Chevrolet Silverado EV problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 46 owner complaints and 9 recalls on file for the Chevrolet Silverado EV (2024–2026). The 2024 Silverado EV has the most serious complaints, most often about electrical system.
- Complaints
- 46
- Recalls
- 9
- Model years
- 3
- Worst year
- 2024
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Worst Chevrolet Silverado EV years to buy
Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).
- 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV — 25 complaints, 1 crash; top problem: Electrical System
Every Chevrolet Silverado EV model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Silverado EV | 7 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | Driver Assistance & Safety Tech |
| 2025 Silverado EV | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Driver Assistance & Safety Tech |
| 2024 Silverado EV | 25 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | Electrical System |
Most common Chevrolet Silverado EV problem areas (all years)
- Electrical System18 complaints
- Driver Assistance & Safety Tech11 complaints
- Body & Structure7 complaints
- Acceleration & Cruise Control6 complaints
- Visibility & Wipers6 complaints
- Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion4 complaints
- Lighting4 complaints
- Brakes4 complaints
- Transmission & Drivetrain4 complaints
- Airbags2 complaints
Complaint trend
Chevrolet Silverado EV recalls
Risk: A cracked wheel may lead to disc separation and a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loose component may move and damage the high voltage battery, increasing the risk of a fire.
Risk: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Risk: An indicator light that does not illuminate may fail to warn the driver of an ESC system issue, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: An improperly secured seat belt assembly may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Risk: A vehicle that fails to make sufficient sound may result in pedestrians being unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: A torn or damaged seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: An improperly tightened seat belt buckle may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Other Chevrolet models
- Chevrolet Silverado 15007,823 complaints
- Chevrolet Malibu4,321 complaints
- Chevrolet Equinox3,815 complaints
- Chevrolet Traverse2,943 complaints
- Chevrolet Tahoe2,333 complaints
- Chevrolet Colorado1,808 complaints
- Chevrolet Suburban1,338 complaints
- Chevrolet Volt1,329 complaints
- Chevrolet Cruze1,130 complaints
- Chevrolet Corvette997 complaints
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology