2021 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

8 recalls — 1,006 complaints — 1,601 TSBs — 4/5 safety rating

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY

Defect Description

General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, 3500, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 24V797. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to l... Read more

Consequence

Rear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252516560.... Read more

1,055 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

Defect Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing d... Read more

Consequence

Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification le... Read more

597,571 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Defect Description

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The transmission control valve may fail and caus... Read more

Consequence

Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge. GM will provide a special coverage program to cover the repair of transmissions that are identified by the remedy software as containing a defective control valve. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 202... Read more

463,295 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Defect Description

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2021 GMC Sierra 1500 and Silverado 1500 vehicles equipped with certain accessory road tires and a 17" spare tire. The 17" spare tire provided with the vehicle is not compatible for use with the accessory wheels, which can cause the anti-lock brake syste... Read more

Consequence

An ABS system that does not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will provide a new 17" spare tire and wheel assembly that is compatible with the accessory wheels, free of charge. Dealers will also apply a new spare tire information label, and provide owners with an owner's manual insert clarifying which spare tire to use with the accessory road tires a... Read more

626 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Defect Description

General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles. The front driver's side air bag module may be missing one or more metal tabs that secure the plastic air bag cover to the housing.

Consequence

The missing tabs may prevent the air bag from deploying properly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the driver frontal air bag, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 16, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212336560.

12 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

SEAT BELTS

Defect Description

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts m... Read more

Consequence

If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recal... Read more

470 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

SEAT BELTS

Defect Description

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, 2021 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe and GMC Yukon XL and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The seat belt brackets may not be secured to the seat fram... Read more

Consequence

If a seat-belt bracket is not secured, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the front-row center seat position, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect left-side and right-side front-row center seat-belt bracket attachments and reassemble it correctly as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 26, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service... Read more

624,216 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

TIRES

Defect Description

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse vehicles and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The vehicles may have been manufactured with Continental tires that were overcured.

Consequence

Overcured tires may experience a carcass break in the sidewall resulting in a sudden air loss or could develop a belt edge separation which could lead to partial or full tread/belt loss. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect vehicles and replace tires that have DOT number and production mold number combinations identified by Continental, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service a... Read more

7,516 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Complaint Statistics

1,006 total complaints 45 crashes 16 fires 33 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	210
POWER TRAIN	123
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	112
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	81
SERVICE BRAKES	61
STEERING	50
AIR BAGS	37
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	37
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	32
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	28

Incident date: Jun 6, 2026

The truck started backfiring and shuddering. Took it to the mechanic and with only 112000 miles I am being told it needs a new engine. It is the 6.2l motor.

Incident date: Jun 6, 2026

The truck started backfiring and shuddering. Took it to the mechanic and with only 112000 miles I am being told it needs a new engine. It is the 6.2l motor.

Incident date: May 2, 2026

Loud ticking noise and power loss. Transmission shift slips from 2nd to 3rd . Called factory and dealership for check up. Said no problem… Told to Change oil. Did this, NO CHANGE.

Incident date: May 2, 2026

Loud ticking noise and power loss. Transmission shift slips from 2nd to 3rd . Called factory and dealership for check up. Said no problem… Told to Change oil. Did this, NO CHANGE.

Incident date: May 2, 2026

Loud ticking noise and power loss. Transmission shift slips from 2nd to 3rd . Called factory and dealership for check up. Said no problem… Told to Change oil. Did this, NO CHANGE.

Incident date: Jun 3, 2026

On June 3, 2026, my 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Trail Boss, which has a 6.2L L87 V8 engine, stalled and shut off unexpectedly while I was stopped at a traffic light on a public highway. The engine died without warning, leaving me stranded in traffic and creating a serious safety risk for me and... Read more

Incident date: Aug 8, 2025

When i first purchased the vehicle off the lot a few years back (its a 21, so probably in 22?) Brand new off the lot minimal miles. Within the first few months we started having issues with the power wanting to shift down. We took it in, the dealership found nothing wrong with it and cleared the cod... Read more

Incident date: Aug 8, 2025

Incident date: Oct 1, 2025

Loud ticking noise and power loss. Transmission shift slips from 2ed to 3rd .Recall to factory for check up. Said no problem? Changed oil. They say it was good. It is not.

Crash

Incident date: Oct 1, 2025

Loud ticking noise and power loss. Transmission shift slips from 2ed to 3rd .Recall to factory for check up. Said no problem? Changed oil. They say it was good. It is not.

Crash

Incident date: Jun 6, 2026

Was on way to trade truck in onb6/6/26 and got a cylinder #7 misfire. Replaced spark plug and wire and moved coil packs around to trace and stayed on #7. Just had recall completed on 9/25/25 and stated that I've heard a rattling noise in engine area. They performed recall and changed to new oil sugg... Read more

Incident date: Jan 2, 2026

I have fighting this issue since January and have not gotten any help or relief from Chevrolet. This issue caused a significant safety risk and has cost me $12,000. I am writing to formally report a serious safety issue involving my 2021 Chevrolet Silverado that resulted in a sudden loss of power w... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2026

After putting our Silverado in park it will not turn to the off position or release the key from the ignition immediately. We have to wait 1-3 minutes without attempting to turn it in the off position and then the key will release from ignition. No warning lamps. No error codes on reader. Repeatabl... Read more

Incident date: May 29, 2026

Air bag light was on , took to dealership because this was absolutely a safety hazard! The left front crash sensor is defective.

Incident date: May 31, 2026

1. An electrical failure from a component of the main wiring harness causes the ECM to respond with Service ESC, Reduced Engine Power, Service parking brake, service traction control. 2. Interstate driving requires maintaining rate of speed to avoid collision. The vehicle is much more difficult to ... Read more

Incident date: Apr 19, 2026

Incident date: May 12, 2026

Truck started ticking/clicking a few months back and the ESC or ECS light came on took it to the dealer Carl Black Chevrolet in Orlando, where the was supposed to to fix the problem under the previous owner, my boss who gave me the truck and 30 days after receiving the title the motor is bad. Milea... Read more

Incident date: Dec 2, 2025

2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom 2.7 L Turbo 4 cylinder with 34,000 miles When Truck cranks and put in gear begins moving at low speed between 1-2 gear (low speed 5-10 mph forward and also in put into reverse) hard jolted severely injuring passenger. Felt like being rear-ended by another car. Pa... Read more

1 injured

Incident date: Apr 15, 2026

25 to 30 MPH front end collision with no air bag deployment. During repair it showed airbags deployed although none were out.

Crash 2 injured

Incident date: Dec 2, 2025

1 injured

Incident date: Mar 25, 2025

I have a 2021 Silverado LT trailboss. Catastrophic engine failure. Camshaft bearing and lifter failure. First lifter replacement @ 16,000 miles. Second at 104,000 miles. Was told by GM the 6.2L L87 I have is not affected due to a Canadian VIN. The sticker on the truck says Assembled in Kentucky. Gm ... Read more

Incident date: Aug 22, 2025

I was driving and all of a sudden engine and transmission failed many lights appeared on the dashboard brakes were not braking, the truck started to lose power and making weird noises.

Incident date: May 17, 2026

Sudden loss of power steering, usually upon initial start. May return, may not return during drive. Began around 1 week ago. Sudden loss of power steering when turning either right or left has occurred causing a dangerous situation. Upon loss of power steering, 2 warnings appear. One for loss... Read more

Incident date: May 22, 2026

While driving my 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trail Boss, multiple warning lights and messages suddenly appeared related to the ABS and brake system. The brake pedal became extremely difficult to press and the truck became unsafe to drive. The issue happened unexpectedly while the vehicle was in op... Read more

Incident date: Feb 25, 2026

The engine was burning oil, so did a consumption test. The dealer took apart the engine and found the rings for the pistons were leaking and scaring was resulting. This caused me to buy part of a new engine because it was 6days past warranty with only 44,000mi on it. Also, at 18,000mi, a lifter bent... Read more

Incident date: Apr 1, 2022

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a flashing check engine warning light appeared on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the received fault code PO300 which was a general code for a misfire in the engine. Th... Read more

Incident date: Apr 1, 2026

My 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with the 3.0 diesel is experiencing constant high running engine fan, engine power reduced notification on the dash, fluctuating temperature and is showing a P1098 code indicating the coolant control valve needs replaced. GM has issued a special coverage on this part... Read more

Incident date: May 18, 2026

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado LD Crew. The contact stated that while reversing the vehicle, the rear end locked up. Also, when accelerated, the vehicle jerked forward and stalled. When the vehicle is shutdown and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Th... Read more

Incident date: Apr 24, 2026

47,000 miles and the transmission coolant lines are weeping and need to be replaced.

Incident date: Oct 21, 2025

Once I disengaged the auto stop on my vehicle, I would accelerate from a stop and I would loose my brakes. This happened several times. I took it to the shop and was told it was fine. Finally, one day I was descending on an overpass, disengaged my auto stop and my brakes were complete failure, even ... Read more

Incident date: Oct 21, 2025

Incident date: Mar 31, 2026

I am submitting a formal safety complaint regarding an electrical system failure on my 2021 Chevrolet Silverado with approximately 61,000 miles. I brought the vehicle to Taylor Grubaugh Chevrolet of Waynesville after the check engine light illuminated. The dealership diagnosed a premature wiring har... Read more

Incident date: Oct 21, 2025

Incident date: Mar 31, 2026

Incident date: Mar 28, 2026

Back up camera started getting a fog on it and stopped working. I believe water has seeped into the back up camera. My VIN is not included in recall list and dealerships offer no help. I would have to cover complete cost. This is a safety issue and should be covered

Incident date: Mar 28, 2026

Incident date: Mar 10, 2026

My car is a 2019 Audi Q8 3.0L V6 with only 41,831 miles. My emergency light went on and I brought it my locat Audi Dealer. The inspection revealed that the coolant pump was leaking internally, contaminating the entire vacuum system with coolant. This is not a maintenance failure or the result of o... Read more

Incident date: Apr 30, 2026

Took my car for an oil change and found that the transfer case is leaking its fluid. Known to lead to tranfer case failure.

Incident date: May 2, 2026

My 2019 Ford Mustang Ecoboost Premium Fastback is having an issue with the transmission. When I shift from park to reverse or from reverse to drive, the car makes a clunking noise. There are times when i do a doubletake in my rear view mirror to see if someone has hit me in the back, this happens... Read more

Incident date: Apr 27, 2026

My rear window in Acura RDX 2020 shattered spontaneously.

Incident date: May 2, 2026

This is the recall information on the Honda site. The failure of the backup camera on our vehicle is what is described in the recall, yet the Honda site does not include our vehicle. I request that our vehicle be included in the covered repair. Quoted from the Honda site: 2019-23 Passport/Pilot MOS... Read more

Incident date: May 2, 2026

High-pitched squeal under light braking at low speeds (under 10 mph), typically occurring during the first few stops of the day...Dealer stated TSB Numbers: 20-NA-002 or MC-10232149-0001 only refers to 2020 model year. Please update this TSB so it includes 2024 model year XT4 vehicles. Dealer unabl... Read more

Incident date: Apr 27, 2026

I have a 2019 Nissan Leaf with a recall for the fast charging port stating that I should not use it as it might cause a fire. I purchased the vehicle new and need that fast charging capability. The recall came out on Sep 19 2024 and there is still no fix available. Is there a lemon law I can take ad... Read more

Incident date: May 4, 2026

On April 21, 2026, Go Kia Renton performed an oil change on my 2018 Kia Niro Touring (VIN). The car was in perfect condition just two weeks earlier — North Seattle Transmission did a full service on April 6, 2026 at 283,649 miles with no issues noted. Later that night while driving, the red oil li... Read more

Incident date: Apr 14, 2026

On April 20th while parking the vehicle suddenly had a power surge crossing over multiple curbs and across a parking lot and landscaped areas and hitting a tree. The vehicle refused to brake and the driver airbag never deployed.

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Apr 14, 2026

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Apr 14, 2026

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Apr 24, 2026

The vehicle experiences a drivability issue where it stalls or loses power and is not safe to operate. The vehicle is currently undrivable and has been at the dealership for nearly one month without a completed diagnosis or repair. The dealership has indicated a possible powertrain or transmission-... Read more

Incident date: Apr 18, 2026

The sunroof glass of the vehicle literally exploded on me, while i was driving. Thankfully i had sunshades on which isn't very normal it just happened to be sunnier this morning driving towards work. I had this inspected at Napleton Schaumburg Mazda a dealership, and the point of failure was the veh... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings — 2021 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC 4WD

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash — Driver	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash — Passenger	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash — Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash — Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk	19.8%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Optional
Lane Departure Warning	Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2021 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

1,601 manufacturer communications from 779 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	237
350000 EQUIPMENT	220
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	210
100000 POWER TRAIN	122
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	63
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	49
160000 STRUCTURE	49
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL	42

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

The informational bulletin advises the tech to use the glow plug bore cleaner to reduce the chance of soot building up on the glow plug causing a premature failure.

200000 WHEELS

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This service bulletin provides information on the Transport Mode Feature, also known as Logistics mode, which is used to increase the 12V Battery stand time of the vehicle during transit and or long period of stand time at the dealerships.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This informational bulletin advises the technician to check for faults that may be caused by the trailer otherwise found by a possible faulty trailer connector.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This informational bulletin advises the technician to check for faults that may be caused by the trailer otherwise found by a possible faulty trailer connector.

030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

This informational bulletin advises the technician to check for faults that may be caused by the trailer otherwise found by a possible faulty trailer connector.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.

200000 WHEELS

This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to program the TCM and replace the control valve body if the conditions are found to be the cause of the failure of the valve body.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to program the TCM and replace the control valve body if the conditions are found to be the cause of the failure of the valve body.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct the condition of Inadvertent/Unwanted Tail Gate Opening.

160000 STRUCTURE

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct the condition of Inadvertent/Unwanted Tail Gate Opening.

162510 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct the condition of Inadvertent/Unwanted Tail Gate Opening.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct the condition of Inadvertent/Unwanted Tail Gate Opening.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.

160000 STRUCTURE

This preliminary informational bulletin provides frame coating repair information to correct a customer concern of wax coating on frame peeling, metal shows corrosion/rusting (U.S. and Canada Only).

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Preliminary information communicates to dealer that GM is aware of the issue and is working on a resolution.

160000 STRUCTURE

This preliminary informational bulletin provides frame coating repair information to correct a customer concern of wax coating on frame peeling, metal shows corrosion/rusting (U.S. and Canada Only).

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on submitting quality Photos of Various Vehicle Concerns to the GM Technical Assistance Center (TAC).

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin advises the technician of possible coolant entering the areas of the engine, either through failed parts or defects in the castings, that may be the cause of the concerns related to the MIL or the engine running rough.

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concerns of Radio Software issues.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concerns of Radio Software issues.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concerns of Radio Software issues.

081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

This informational bulletin provides information on availability for a locking gas cap for trucks are operated in high amount of dirt or dust which can migrate to the filler cap area.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This informational bulletin provides information on availability for a locking gas cap for trucks are operated in high amount of dirt or dust which can migrate to the filler cap area.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to program the TCM and replace the control valve body if the conditions are found to be the cause of the failure you the valve body.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to program the TCM and replace the control valve body if the conditions are found to be the cause of the failure you the valve body.

045200 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS

This Preliminary information communicates an issue with premature brake pad life and engineering is working on release new pad lining material.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin advises the tech to inspect deeper into what may be the main cause of an engine failure.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin advises the tech to inspect deeper into what may be the main cause of an engine failure.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin advises the tech to inspect deeper into what may be the main cause of an engine failure.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Body Control Module Programming due to Window Motor Changes Related to Microprocessor Shortage.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Body Control Module Programming due to Window Motor Changes Related to Microprocessor Shortage.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Preliminary information communicates that some customers may comment that after an auto-stop event the engine does not restart and to inspect the engine ground strap. Temporarily on hold while PIE0572 is active. PIE0572 has now ended

080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

This bulletin advises the tech that there are extra characters on the fuel injector and to ignore the last numbers when identifying flow rate.

132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct the condition of Suction Cup Marks on Window Glass.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This Preliminary information communicates to the dealers information related to a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated During Cold Ambient Temperatures with DTCs P30C3 and/or P30BF P30C7 P30CB Setting.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This Preliminary information communicates to dealers? information related to a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated due to a U0672 setting. Advises the technician to perform Electric Engine Coolant Pump connection inspections. To cl

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on All hazmat parts being returned to the Warranty Parts Center (WPC) must be shipped using Central Transport. Hazardous materials should never be sent by air transportation to the WPC.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel pressure situation.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel pressure situation.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician with a tip when the vehicle stops running after it has been idling for 2.5 hours. This is normal operation of the vehicle built with regular production code BTM and without R

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Preliminary information communicates to have the dealer contact TAC with the transmission TUN number prior to transmission installation.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Evaporative DTCs P0442, P0446, P0455 or P0449, Caused by Dust Intrusion into the Evaporative Canister.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This service bulletin advises the technician to check if the transmission cooler lines are twisted to correct customer concerns of Harsh Shift, Shudder, Surge, Stall, Transmission Overheating and/or High Transmission Fluid Temperature.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides a procedure to replace the valve lifter and guides to correct customer concerns of Poor Engine Performance, Engine Misfires, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated - DTC P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct the condition of Inadvertent/Unwanted Tail Gate Opening.

162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct the condition of Inadvertent/Unwanted Tail Gate Opening.

170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct the condition of Inadvertent/Unwanted Tail Gate Opening.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Preliminary information communicates that some customers may comment that after an auto-stop event the engine does not restart and to inspect the engine ground strap. Temporarly on hold while PIE0572 is active. PIE0572 has now ended a

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Preliminary information communicates Diagnostic aids for a no start or DTC'S following a transmission replacement

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides a repair procedure to correct customer concerns of Service Emissions System Displayed on DIC, MIL Illuminated with DTC P249C and/or P20E8 Set.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.

118410 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:SOFTWARE

This Preliminary information communicates information on how to disable the Side Blind Zone Detection and Park Assist systems when a customer removes the pickup box from the vehicle to install an aftermarket bed or body.

118420 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:SENSORS

106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

This Preliminary information communicates how to isolate a tick noise from the rear axle housing.

260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

This Preliminary information communicates a "Forward Collision System Reduced" message displayed on the DIC when the Forward Automatic Braking has been set to the "Alert" setting. This is normal when the FAB has been set to "Alert".

273000 LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION

251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unwanted Stability Activation and/or a Service Stability message on the Driver Information Center. Technician may find a Diagnosti

118510 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE

118520 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin helps diagnose/reduce possible CCND issues on Transfer Cases - Service 4WD on DIC, Intermittent Failures, Noise Concerns, Driveline/Steering Vibration/Shudder, Intermittent DTCs/MIL Illuminated, Engagement/Disengagemen

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

100000 POWER TRAIN

010000 STEERING

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides a repair procedure to correct customer concerns of Service Emissions System Displayed on DIC, MIL Illuminated with DTC P249C and/or P20E8 Set.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This service bulletin provides a repair procedure to correct customer concerns of Service Emissions System Displayed on DIC, MIL Illuminated with DTC P249C and/or P20E8 Set.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about fluid leaking from the brake caliper piston area found during a service of the vehicle. The substance is actually excess assembly grease from the calipe

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to program the Reductant Control Module and Setup and Perform the Reductant Fluid Tank Level Reset.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to program the Reductant Control Module and Setup and Perform the Reductant Fluid Tank Level Reset.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle

100000 POWER TRAIN

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This Preliminary information communicates an issue where the vehicles wireless charger no longer works with certain ISO updates on Apple 15 phones and advises customer to update their phone to the lastest ISO update.

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

This Preliminary information communicates an issue with poor heater performance and advises dealerships to inspect the heater core inlet and outlet hoses for being twisted or kinked.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Preliminary information communicates an issue with poor heater performance and advises dealerships to inspect the heater core inlet and outlet hoses for being twisted or kinked.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This service bulletin provides information on the EL-52800 Diagnostic & Charge Battery Station (DCBS) a?? FAQs.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides information on the EL-52800 Diagnostic & Charge Battery Station (DCBS) a?? FAQs.

162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE

This Preliminary information communicates an issue where the minor tailgate will not open due to an aftermarket device installed on the vehicle.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Preliminary information communication provides information to the technician on installing Regular Production Option Code 9L7 Up-fitter Auxiliary Switches. Technician will need to reference the latest version of General Motors Up-fitte

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin assists technicians in setting up PicoScope hardware/software to monitor CAN bus traffic (voltage patterns) to aid Technical Assistance (TAC) and Field Service Engineers (FSEs) in diagnosing electrical issues present o

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides Information on Purge Pump Part Replacement and Purge pump Part Number Interchangeability.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This informational bulletin provides Changes to the Automatic Stop/Start feature for Certain 2021 Escalade models, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, Sierra 1500, Yukon models Equipped with RPO NSS.

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CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 across all model years (1997–2026).

110 Total Recalls

23,020 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

1,161 Reported Crashes

369 Reported Fires

56 Reported Deaths

CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	3	59	View
2025	0	122	View
2024	2	370	View
2023	3	471	View
2022	6	781	View
2021 (current)	8	1,006
2020	12	1,000	View
2019	10	1,502	View
2018	7	731	View
2017	6	950	View
2016	11	1,041	View
2015	11	1,410	View
2014	6	2,190	View
2013	2	390	View
2012	2	276	View
2011	4	697	View
2010	3	449	View
2009	3	553	View
2008	3	1,091	View
2007	2	1,055	View
2006	0	462	View
2005	0	643	View
2004	0	951	View
2003	0	960	View
2002	0	620	View
2001	0	627	View
2000	0	731	View
1999	2	711	View
1998	2	452	View
1997	2	693	View
1996	0	10	View
1995	0	6	View
1994	0	10	View

Other CHEVROLET Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
SUBURBAN	246	10,458	View
TAHOE	240	12,622	View
MALIBU	216	29,080	View
CORVETTE	187	6,308	View
CAMARO	179	4,298	View
SILVERADO	159	10,964	View
SILVERADO 3500	152	1,409	View
EXPRESS	151	838	View

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