2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 384 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, most often about engine. There are 3 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
384
Recalls
3
Crashes
7
Fires
6
Injuries
2
Median mileage
31,500 mi
at time of problem

Key facts

  • Engine is the most-reported problem area, named in 173 of 384 complaints (45%).
  • Transmission & Drivetrain (106) and electrical system (62) follow.
  • Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 31,500 mi.
  • Owners reported 7 crashes, 6 fires and 2 injuries.
  • The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has 3 recalls on file.
  • NHTSA has opened 4 defect investigations covering this vehicle.
  • It ranks 10th of 22 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
  • That is 40% fewer complaints than the 2022 model year (640).

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 problems by category

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Engine150
Power train105
Electrical system60
Unknown or other45
Fuel/propulsion system33
Engine and engine cooling24
Service brakes17
Vehicle speed control17

When problems happen (mileage)

9Under 10k1710k–30k2030k–60k560k–100k100k–150k1150k+
Mileage at the time of the problem, for 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 complaints that list mileage.

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls (3)

  • Recall 25V274000Apr 24, 2025597,571 vehicles
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

    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 defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.

    Risk: 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 letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.

  • Recall 24V674000Sep 12, 2024449,671 vehicles
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. 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."

    Risk: Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.

  • Recall 22V903000Dec 8, 2022740,108 vehicles
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. 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."

    Risk: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • EA26005Opened Aug 20, 2026Open

    Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy

    On January 16, 2026, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query RQ26001.  This investigation was opened to assess the remedy effectiveness of Recall 25V-274. ODI has received complaints alleging engine failure in vehicles after the recall remedy had been completed, whether that remedy involved an oil viscosity change or a complete engine replacement. General Motors (GM) issued Recall 25V-274 to address concerns of engine failure in the L87 engines produced between March 1, 2021 and May 31, 2024. GM cited the root cause as a supplier manufacturing and quality issue. GM’s reca…

  • RQ26001Opened Jan 16, 2026Closed Aug 20, 2026

    Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy

    On January 16, 2026, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query RQ26001.  This investigation was opened to assess the remedy effectiveness of Recall 25V-274. ODI has received complaints alleging engine failure in vehicles after the recall remedy had been completed, whether that remedy involved an oil viscosity change or a complete engine replacement. General Motors (GM) issued Recall 25V-274 to address concerns of engine failure in the L87 engines produced between March 1, 2021 and May 31, 2024. GM cited the root cause as a supplier manufacturing and quality issue. GM’s reca…

  • EA25007Opened Oct 23, 2025Open

    Loss of motive power due to engine failure

    The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 1,157 reports of engine bearing failure failures in the L87 6.2L engine produced by General Motors (GM). Of the 1,157 reports received, 173 are outside of the scope of recall 25V-274. These engines are installed in Model Years (MY) 2019–2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, and 2021-2024MY Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe, GMC Yukon/Yukon XL, and Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV vehicles. The subject engine failures were investigated as part of a Preliminary Evaluation (PE25001).  GM determined that these engine failures were due to…

  • PE25001Opened Jan 16, 2025Closed Oct 23, 2025led to recall 25V274

    Loss of motive power due to engine failure

    On January 16, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE25001 after receiving complaints and field reports concerning engine failures in MY2019-2024 GM’s full-size truck and SUV T1XX platform equipped with the L87 6.2L V8 engine. These complainants alleged engine bearing failures resulting in knocking and growling noises from the engine’s bottom end and in some cases more severe consequences such as broken connecting rods leading to engine damage, or engine failure. If the engine fails during vehicle operation, the vehicle will lose propulsion, increasing…

NHTSA 5-Star safety ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC 4WD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC RWD★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★☆
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC 4WDNot RatedNot Rated★★★★★★★★★☆
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC RWDNot RatedNot Rated★★★★★★★★★☆
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC 4WDNot RatedNot Rated★★★★★★★★★☆
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC RWDNot RatedNot Rated★★★★★★★★★☆

Recent 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Sep 29, 2026NCEngine
    I have received a voluntary recall notice on my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado. The recall states that the vehicle may have a condition which can cause the Fuel Pump power control module to fail. If this happens fuel flow to the engine could be interrupted causing the motor to shut off. Would this be considered a safety concern if the engine shuts down on th highway?
    NHTSA complaint #11767744 · source
  2. Filed Sep 24, 2026TXEngineTransmission & Drivetrain
    I drive a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 3.0L Diesel with the 10-speed transmission. The transmission control software failed to monitor/detect valve body wear or trigger a 5th-gear 'limp mode' safety net, resulting in three separate instances of sudden rear-wheel lockup at speed. The dealer was unable to replicate the issue during a service visit from 6/10 - XXX. The issue was raised as the transmission was shifting increasingly badly leading up to this service visit. The…
    NHTSA complaint #11766750 · source
  3. Filed Sep 24, 2026WAEngine
    Engine failure on our 4-cylinder- it just quits same problem as on the 6-cylinder - it just stops running or runs rough. No warning signs and no indication that it is about to fail. Hazardous on the freeway. Vehicle has been at the mechanics for a month now and GM keeps saying the engine is on backorder.
    NHTSA complaint #11766691 · source
  4. Filed Sep 22, 202658,010 miTXFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact's daughter owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While the contact's daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed evaporative emission purge pump. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was…
    NHTSA complaint #11766151 · source
  5. Filed Sep 22, 2026MIFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    Evaporative emissions purge pump failed at 18,473 miles. As the bumper-to-bumper warranty has expired GM refused to cover this repair. As this is a known problem with certain GM vehicles, the repair is covered for older model year out-of-warranty cars and for residents of other states (California, for example). This repair is covered by the emissions warranty in some states (California), but not Michigan.
    NHTSA complaint #11766113 · source
  6. Filed Sep 21, 2026MIFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    While driving at Interstate speeds, the engine abruptly stalled, causing an immediate loss of motive power. I was able to coast off the Interstate to a surface street then into a gas station parking lot. Once stopped, the engine would not start again. It would crank repeatedly but never fire, like it was out of gas, but I had nearly 1/2 tank still. This is a safety concern having a 3yr old truck just die on you at highway speeds. This vehicle matches the exact year, make,…
    NHTSA complaint #11765758 · source
  7. Filed Sep 20, 2026NCElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain
    This truck and hundreds, if not thousands of others has many issues with the electronic shifter. Not only do they frequently fail, but Chevrolet does not have any parts available to the dealerships for weeks. These Duramax 3.0 diesel engines are also a huge problem with the emission system and DEF. They constantly fail and we are spending thousands to repair. My truck is stuck at a dealership in [XXX]. I had to rent a vehicle to drive back home to [XXX]. The dealer has no…
    NHTSA complaint #11765693 · source
  8. Filed Sep 18, 202622,500 miPAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light and towing a camper the vehicle suddenly stalled. At the time of the failure the vehicle had a quarter tank of fuel. After several attempts the vehicle restarted and was driven to a gas station and was refueled. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on one other occasion. The vehicle was not hauling a trailer at the time, and the grandson was inside the vehicle.…
    NHTSA complaint #11765242 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology