Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls by year & common problems

NHTSA safety recalls and owner-reported complaints for every Chevrolet Silverado 1500 model year from 2010 to 2025. Real, government-sourced figures — use them to gauge how common a problem actually is before you spend on parts.

Pickup Truck Model years 2010–2025 50 NHTSA recalls 10,157 owner complaints
50 NHTSA recalls
10,157 owner complaints
16 model years covered
341 citing a crash
109 citing a fire
229 citing an injury

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls & complaints by model year

Every Silverado 1500 model year from 2010–2025. Pick yours to jump to its recall list.

Model year Recalls Complaints Details
2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 3 363 2010 recalls ↓
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4 563 2011 recalls ↓
2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2 216 2012 recalls ↓
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2 301 2013 recalls ↓
2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 6 1,436 2014 recalls ↓
2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 11 1,110 2015 recalls ↓
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 12 796 2016 recalls ↓
2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 7 714 2017 recalls ↓
2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 7 520 2018 recalls ↓
2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 10 1,092 2019 recalls ↓
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 12 741 2020 recalls ↓
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 8 846 2021 recalls ↓
2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 6 650 2022 recalls ↓
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 3 388 2023 recalls ↓
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2 315 2024 recalls ↓
2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 0 106 No recalls

A recall campaign that covers several model years is counted in each of them, so the yearly figures add up to 95 while NHTSA lists 50 separate campaigns.

Most-reported systems on the Chevrolet Silverado 1500

The component categories Chevrolet owners file the most complaints about with NHTSA, summed across model years 2010–2025.

Recent recalls on the Chevrolet Silverado 1500

The most recent NHTSA recall campaigns on file across every model year. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your specific vehicle is affected and unrepaired.

Every Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recall, year by year

Each NHTSA recall campaign listed for that model year, newest first. A recall applies to specific VINs, so enter yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your vehicle is included and still unrepaired.

2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (3)

  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Feb 2021

    These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

    NHTSA campaign 21V054000 · also 2011–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Feb 2021

    Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2010 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL…

    NHTSA campaign 21V053000 · also 2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Feb 2021

    Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in…

    NHTSA campaign 21V050000 · also 2011

2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (4)

  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Feb 2021

    These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

    NHTSA campaign 21V054000 · also 2010 and 2012–2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Feb 2021

    Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in…

    NHTSA campaign 21V050000 · also 2010
  • SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › SPINDLE Jan 2011

    THE REAR AXLE CROSS PINS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD FRACTURE AND BECOME DISPLACED WITHIN THE REAR AXLE. SHOULD THE PIN SHIFT OUT OF POSITION, IT COULD CREATE AN INTERFERENCE CONDITION AND CAUSE THE REAR AXLE TO LOCK.

    NHTSA campaign 11V007000
  • SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › SPINDLE Dec 2010

    THE REAR AXLE CROSS PINS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD FRACTURE AND BECOME DISPLACED WITHIN THE REAR AXLE. SHOULD THE PIN SHIFT OUT OF POSITION, IT COULD CREATE AN INTERFERENCE CONDITION AND CAUSE THE REAR AXLE TO LOCK.

    NHTSA campaign 10V643000

2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (2)

  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Feb 2021

    These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

    NHTSA campaign 21V054000 · also 2010–2011 and 2013
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Feb 2021

    Virgin Islands or "Zone A." These vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated passenger frontal inflators containing phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant.

    NHTSA campaign 21V051000

2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (2)

  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Feb 2021

    These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

    NHTSA campaign 21V054000 · also 2010–2012
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Feb 2021

    Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2010 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL…

    NHTSA campaign 21V053000 · also 2010

2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (6)

  • SEAT BELTS › FRONT Apr 2021

    The flexible steel cable connecting the driver's seat belt to the outboard side of the seat may be repeatedly bent over the seat side shield as the driver enters and exits the vehicle causing the cable to fatigue and separate.

    NHTSA campaign 21V245000 · also 2015–2016
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING Oct 2019

    If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.

    NHTSA campaign 19V761000 · also 2015–2018
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM Sep 2019

    The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.

    NHTSA campaign 19V645000 · also 2015–2018
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL Jul 2017

    While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition.

    NHTSA campaign 17V437000 · also 2015–2017
  • STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM Jun 2017

    The vehicles may have a temporary loss of electric power steering (EPS) assist, especially during low-speed turning maneuvers.

    NHTSA campaign 17V414000
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL Sep 2016

    In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test.

    NHTSA campaign 16V651000 · also 2015–2017

2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (11)

  • AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN › INFLATOR Jul 2021

    The roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

    NHTSA campaign 21V504000 · also 2016
  • SEAT BELTS › FRONT Apr 2021

    The flexible steel cable connecting the driver's seat belt to the outboard side of the seat may be repeatedly bent over the seat side shield as the driver enters and exits the vehicle causing the cable to fatigue and separate.

    NHTSA campaign 21V245000 · also 2014 and 2016
  • AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN › INFLATOR Nov 2020

    The roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator.

    NHTSA campaign 20V736000 · also 2016
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING Oct 2019

    If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.

    NHTSA campaign 19V761000 · also 2014 and 2016–2018
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM Sep 2019

    The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.

    NHTSA campaign 19V645000 · also 2014 and 2016–2018
  • STEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM Sep 2018

    Electric power steering (EPS) assist may be lost momentarily, followed by a sudden return of EPS assist.

    NHTSA campaign 18V586000
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES Aug 2018

    The brake pedal pivot nut may loosen, causing the brake pedal to be loose or inoperative.

    NHTSA campaign 18V578000 · also 2016
  • SEAT BELTS › FRONT May 2018

    The flexible steel cable connecting the driver's seat belt to the outboard side of the seat may be repeatedly bent over the seat side shield as the driver enters and exits the vehicle causing the cable to fatigue and separate.

    NHTSA campaign 18V291000 · also 2016
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL Jul 2017

    While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition.

    NHTSA campaign 17V437000 · also 2014 and 2016–2017
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL Sep 2016

    In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test.

    NHTSA campaign 16V651000 · also 2014 and 2016–2017
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES Feb 2016

    On the affected vehicles, the brake pedal pivot nut may loosen, causing the brake pedal to be loose or inoperative.

    NHTSA campaign 16V069000 · also 2016

2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (12)

  • AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN › INFLATOR Sep 2026

    The left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

    NHTSA campaign 26V611000 · also 2017
  • AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN › INFLATOR Jul 2021

    The roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

    NHTSA campaign 21V504000 · also 2015
  • SEAT BELTS › FRONT Apr 2021

    The flexible steel cable connecting the driver's seat belt to the outboard side of the seat may be repeatedly bent over the seat side shield as the driver enters and exits the vehicle causing the cable to fatigue and separate.

    NHTSA campaign 21V245000 · also 2014–2015
  • AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN › INFLATOR Nov 2020

    The roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator.

    NHTSA campaign 20V736000 · also 2015
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING Oct 2019

    If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.

    NHTSA campaign 19V761000 · also 2014–2015 and 2017–2018
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM Sep 2019

    The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.

    NHTSA campaign 19V645000 · also 2014–2015 and 2017–2018
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES Aug 2018

    The brake pedal pivot nut may loosen, causing the brake pedal to be loose or inoperative.

    NHTSA campaign 18V578000 · also 2015
  • SEAT BELTS › FRONT May 2018

    The flexible steel cable connecting the driver's seat belt to the outboard side of the seat may be repeatedly bent over the seat side shield as the driver enters and exits the vehicle causing the cable to fatigue and separate.

    NHTSA campaign 18V291000 · also 2015
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL Jul 2017

    While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition.

    NHTSA campaign 17V437000 · also 2014–2015 and 2017
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL Sep 2016

    In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test.

    NHTSA campaign 16V651000 · also 2014–2015 and 2017
  • SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM Apr 2016

    The front upper control arms may have inadequate welds near the control arm bushing.

    NHTSA campaign 16V256000 · also 2017
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › PEDALS AND LINKAGES Feb 2016

    On the affected vehicles, the brake pedal pivot nut may loosen, causing the brake pedal to be loose or inoperative.

    NHTSA campaign 16V069000 · also 2015

2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (7)

  • AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN › INFLATOR Sep 2026

    The left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

    NHTSA campaign 26V611000 · also 2016
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING Oct 2019

    If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.

    NHTSA campaign 19V761000 · also 2014–2016 and 2018
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM Sep 2019

    The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.

    NHTSA campaign 19V645000 · also 2014–2016 and 2018
  • CHILD SEAT › TETHER › CONNECTOR/CLIP Aug 2017

    The owner's manual for the affected vehicles may be missing instructions on how to use the tether anchorage and child restraint anchorage systems.

    NHTSA campaign 17V487000
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL Jul 2017

    While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition.

    NHTSA campaign 17V437000 · also 2014–2016
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL Sep 2016

    In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test.

    NHTSA campaign 16V651000 · also 2014–2016
  • SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM Apr 2016

    The front upper control arms may have inadequate welds near the control arm bushing.

    NHTSA campaign 16V256000 · also 2016

2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (7)

  • AIR BAGS May 2026

    The left-side or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

    NHTSA campaign 26V325000
  • AIR BAGS Mar 2026

    The left or right-side roof rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

    NHTSA campaign 26V166000
  • AIR BAGS Jun 2025

    The left or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

    NHTSA campaign 25V432000
  • AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN › INFLATOR Oct 2024

    The left or right-side roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

    NHTSA campaign 24V756000
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM Oct 2020

    The output of the mechanical vacuum pump can decrease over time, decreasing the amount of vacuum/power brake assist.

    NHTSA campaign 20V603000
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING Oct 2019

    If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the driveline-protection system.

    NHTSA campaign 19V761000 · also 2014–2017
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST › VACUUM Sep 2019

    The amount of vacuum created by the vacuum pump may decrease over time.

    NHTSA campaign 19V645000 · also 2014–2017

2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (10)

  • TIRES › TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE Dec 2021

    The 17" spare tire provided with the vehicle is not compatible for use with the accessory wheels, which can cause the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to not function properly under certain conditions.

    NHTSA campaign 21V985000 · also 2020–2021
  • TIRES Jun 2021

    The affected tires were cured for too long during production.

    NHTSA campaign 21V423000
  • TIRES Feb 2021

    The affected tires were cured for too long during production.

    NHTSA campaign 21V115000 · also 2020
  • SEAT BELTS Dec 2020

    The seat belt brackets may not be secured to the seat frame in the front-row center seating position.

    NHTSA campaign 20V792000 · also 2020–2021
  • POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT Oct 2020

    One of the driveshaft joints may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate while the vehicle is moving.

    NHTSA campaign 20V650000 · also 2020
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST Jan 2020

    These vehicles received updated software for the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM). This software has an error, and as a result, the vehicle's electronic brake assist may be disabled.

    NHTSA campaign 20V055000
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › ABS WARNING LIGHT Dec 2019

    Due to an Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) software error, the vehicle's Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Antilock Brake System (ABS) may become disabled.

    NHTSA campaign 19V889000
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES Dec 2019

    The battery positive (B+) cable rings may have been manufactured with excessive glue, potentially causing an intermittent electrical connection between the B+ cable and alternator.

    NHTSA campaign 19V888000 · also 2020
  • SEAT BELTS › PRETENSIONER Nov 2019

    When the front seat belt pretensioners deploy, hot gas may vent through an opening in the pretensioner bracket, possibly igniting the carpet.

    NHTSA campaign 19V814000 · also 2020
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE Dec 2018

    The passenger-side frontal air bag module may have been damaged during assembly, possibly resulting in the air bag not inflating properly in the event of a crash.

    NHTSA campaign 18V868000

2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (12)

  • POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE Feb 2026

    The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up.

    NHTSA campaign 26V083000 · also 2021–2022
  • POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE Oct 2024

    The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.

    NHTSA campaign 24V797000 · also 2021–2022
  • TIRES › TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE Dec 2021

    The 17" spare tire provided with the vehicle is not compatible for use with the accessory wheels, which can cause the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to not function properly under certain conditions.

    NHTSA campaign 21V985000 · also 2019 and 2021
  • TIRES Feb 2021

    The affected tires were cured for too long during production.

    NHTSA campaign 21V115000 · also 2019
  • SEAT BELTS Dec 2020

    The seat belt brackets may not be secured to the seat frame in the front-row center seating position.

    NHTSA campaign 20V792000 · also 2019 and 2021
  • TIRES Nov 2020

    The vehicles may have been manufactured with Continental tires that were overcured.

    NHTSA campaign 20V684000 · also 2021
  • POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE › DRIVESHAFT Oct 2020

    One of the driveshaft joints may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate while the vehicle is moving.

    NHTSA campaign 20V650000 · also 2019
  • AIR BAGS › SIDE/WINDOW › CURTAIN › INFLATOR Jul 2020

    The diffuser component of the Roof-Rail Air Bag (RRAB) inflator may not have been properly crimped to the inflator and could separate from the inflator during air bag deployment.

    NHTSA campaign 20V446000
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › CALIPER Feb 2020

    The bolts used to attach the front and/or rear brake calipers may have not been heat treated and may break under load.

    NHTSA campaign 20V116000
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES Dec 2019

    The battery positive (B+) cable rings may have been manufactured with excessive glue, potentially causing an intermittent electrical connection between the B+ cable and alternator.

    NHTSA campaign 19V888000 · also 2019
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP Nov 2019

    The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.

    NHTSA campaign 19V837000
  • SEAT BELTS › PRETENSIONER Nov 2019

    When the front seat belt pretensioners deploy, hot gas may vent through an opening in the pretensioner bracket, possibly igniting the carpet.

    NHTSA campaign 19V814000 · also 2019

2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (8)

  • POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE Feb 2026

    The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up.

    NHTSA campaign 26V083000 · also 2020 and 2022
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL Apr 2025

    The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

    NHTSA campaign 25V274000 · also 2022–2024
  • POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE Oct 2024

    The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.

    NHTSA campaign 24V797000 · also 2020 and 2022
  • TIRES › TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE Dec 2021

    The 17" spare tire provided with the vehicle is not compatible for use with the accessory wheels, which can cause the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to not function properly under certain conditions.

    NHTSA campaign 21V985000 · also 2019–2020
  • AIR BAGS › FRONTAL Jul 2021

    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.

    NHTSA campaign 21V495000
  • SEAT BELTS Dec 2020

    Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 20V811000
  • SEAT BELTS Dec 2020

    The seat belt brackets may not be secured to the seat frame in the front-row center seating position.

    NHTSA campaign 20V792000 · also 2019–2020
  • TIRES Nov 2020

    The vehicles may have been manufactured with Continental tires that were overcured.

    NHTSA campaign 20V684000 · also 2020

2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (6)

  • POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE Feb 2026

    The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up.

    NHTSA campaign 26V083000 · also 2020–2021
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL Apr 2025

    The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

    NHTSA campaign 25V274000 · also 2021 and 2023–2024
  • POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION › CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE Oct 2024

    The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.

    NHTSA campaign 24V797000 · also 2020–2021
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING › LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE Dec 2022

    The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    NHTSA campaign 22V903000 · also 2023
  • AIR BAGS › AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE Nov 2022

    The sensing diagnostic module (SDM) was left in manufacturing mode and not activated at the assembly plant prior to shipment.

    NHTSA campaign 22V873000
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS Jun 2022

    General Motors (GM) has decided that certain 2022 model year Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra vehicles equipped with an accessory sport bar. The accessory sport bar contains a high-mounted brake light that may not function.

    NHTSA campaign 22V463000

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (3)

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL Apr 2025

    The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

    NHTSA campaign 25V274000 · also 2021–2022 and 2024
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING › LAMP Sep 2024

    The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

    NHTSA campaign 24V674000
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING › LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE › SOFTWARE Dec 2022

    The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    NHTSA campaign 22V903000 · also 2022

2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (2)

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL Apr 2025

    The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

    NHTSA campaign 25V274000 · also 2021–2023
  • TRAILER HITCHES Aug 2024

    The rear bumper mounting bracket may not be sufficient for towing, which can allow the towed trailer to detach from the vehicle.

    NHTSA campaign 24V626000

No recalls on file as of October 2026 for the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.

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Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls: frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have?

NHTSA lists 50 recall campaigns for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 across model years 2010–2025 (16 model years covered here). The 2016 and 2020 model years have the most, with 12 each. A recall is an official safety action with a free remedy at a franchised dealer.

Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 year has the most recalls?

The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the most NHTSA recalls (12), followed by 2016 (12) and 2015 (11). A campaign that covers several model years counts toward each of them.

Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 years have no recalls?

As of October 2026, NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Newer model years can still be recalled later, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 year has the most complaints?

Owners have filed the most NHTSA complaints about the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (1,436), followed by 2015 (1,110) and 2019 (1,092). Older and higher-volume model years collect more reports simply by being on the road longer.

What are the most common problems on the Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

Across 10,157 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for model years 2010–2025, the most-reported systems on the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 are Engine (2,366), Power Train (2,125), Electrical System (1,617), Service Brakes (1,566), Steering (1,033) and Air Bags (876).

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public recalls and complaints databases, model years 2010–2025, as of October 2026. A complaint is an unverified owner report; a recall is an official safety action with a free remedy. High complaint counts often reflect high sales volume.