2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 555 |
| 1998 | 361 |
| 1999 | 587 |
| 2000 | 611 |
| 2001 | 468 |
| 2002 | 509 |
| 2003 | 805 |
| 2004 | 797 |
| 2005 | 525 |
| 2006 | 357 |
| 2007 | 849 |
| 2008 | 912 |
| 2009 | 444 |
| 2010 | 360 |
| 2011 | 562 |
| 2012 | 214 |
| 2013 | 300 |
| 2014 | 1429 |
| 2015 | 1091 |
| 2016 | 787 |
| 2017 | 706 |
| 2018 | 507 |
| 2019 | 1033 |
| 2020 | 686 |
| 2021 | 757 |
| 2022 | 569 |
| 2023 | 344 |
| 2024 | 276 |
| 2025 | 80 |
| 2026 | 52 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
28% of complaints: air bags — 83 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Was involved in an MVA at @ 40 MPH no air bags were deployed
NHTSA ODI report, 20260529
TRUCK WAS HIT ON FRONT DRIVER SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE FRAME WAS BENT AND THE LEFT SIDE WAS ALSO DAMAGED. AIRBAGS WERE RELEASED. FRONT TIRES WERE DAMAGED. THIS OCCURRED ON JULY 9, 2020.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200802
ROLLED TRUCK, ONLY AIRBAG THAT WENT OFF WAS PASSENGER DOOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200726
19% of complaints: structure — 56 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
TRUCK WAS HIT ON FRONT DRIVER SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE FRAME WAS BENT AND THE LEFT SIDE WAS ALSO DAMAGED. AIRBAGS WERE RELEASED. FRONT TIRES WERE DAMAGED. THIS OCCURRED ON JULY 9, 2020.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200802
11% of complaints: engine — 33 distinct reports on file.
INJURY6% of complaints: suspension — 19 distinct reports on file.
4% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 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 vehicles...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 24, 2021.
Campaign 21V053000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2021.
Campaign 21V054000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Pedestrian alert sounds
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (83 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (56 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (33 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 21V053000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V054000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.