2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Common Problems
Ranked from 128 federal NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
12 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Power Train Issues
28complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe power train components, including the transmission and engine, frequently experience failures leading to stalling and reduced performance.
- 2
Engine Failure During Operation
23complaintsSafety riskEngineThe engine suddenly stops working while driving, putting the driver and others at risk.
$4,000–$8,000est. engine replacement · 12–20 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V274000
- 3
Engine and Engine Cooling Issues
21complaintsSafety riskOtherThe engine frequently stalls or experiences reduced power, often accompanied by check engine lights and warning messages.
- 4
Engine Loss of Propulsion
19complaintsSafety riskEngineThe engine unexpectedly stalls or loses power, often without warning lights, posing a safety risk during operation.
Related recall: 25V274000
- 5
Transmission Control Module Failure
17complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission control module failed, causing the vehicle to be unable to shift properly.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Electrical System Issues Causing Random Malfunctions
15complaintsMedium severityElectricalRandom malfunctions occur in the electrical system, such as infotainment system failures and unexpected resets.
- 7
Transmission Shuddering and Shaking at Highway Speeds
10complaintsSafety riskTransmissionThe transmission shudders and shakes at highway speeds, causing the vehicle to lose control and potentially leading to accidents.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Brake Malfunction During Operation
9complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brakes fail or lock up unexpectedly, posing a safety risk.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 24V674000
- 9
Engine Coolant Control Valve Failure
9complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe engine coolant control valve fails, causing the engine to overheat and reducing power, potentially leading to engine damage.
- 10
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
4complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle when the stop-start system malfunctions, causing the vehicle to lose power and become inoperable.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V274000
- 11
Electrical System Failure During Operation
3complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe electrical system malfunctions, leading to the loss of vehicle functions and warning lights.
- 12
Tailgate Opening Without Activation
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe tailgate opens independently, potentially causing cargo to fall and posing a safety hazard.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.