2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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 | 358 |
| 2007 | 849 |
| 2008 | 914 |
| 2009 | 444 |
| 2010 | 361 |
| 2011 | 563 |
| 2012 | 216 |
| 2013 | 301 |
| 2014 | 1433 |
| 2015 | 1101 |
| 2016 | 791 |
| 2017 | 711 |
| 2018 | 514 |
| 2019 | 1058 |
| 2020 | 709 |
| 2021 | 792 |
| 2022 | 602 |
| 2023 | 365 |
| 2024 | 288 |
| 2025 | 87 |
| 2026 | 74 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
39% of complaints: engine — 232 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260804
The contact owned a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH, an abnormal, burning plastic odor began to emit from the vehicle coming to a complete stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240517
While traveling at night on the highway at excess of 70mph the engine in my 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 6.2L L87 experienced a sudden, complete mechanical failure and loss of propulsion while driving.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260713
29% of complaints: power train — 173 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and torque converter.
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VEHICLE: 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, VIN [XXX] DEFECT: Transmission suddenly, violently downshifts from a high gear to a much lower gear with no driver input, at highway speed.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260722
The vehicle experiences a sudden, violent drop into "limp mode" during active traffic acceleration.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260721
22% of complaints: electrical system — 131 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing ignition and sensors.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
While parked and not running, this truck started on fire and burned throughout, causing a fire to a truck parked near it and a home near it.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231109
9% of complaints: service brakes — 57 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 38 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles. The sensing diagnostic module (SDM) was left in manufacturing mode and not activated at the assembly plant prior to shipment.
Remedy: Dealers returned the vehicles to the GM assembly plant and the sensing diagnostic modules were activated. The vehicles had not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore no owner letters will be mailed.
Campaign 22V873000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 22V903000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the installation of the accessory bar and provide the correct vehicle wiring, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters advising owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 10, 2022.
Campaign 22V463000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with diesel...
Remedy: Dealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge. GM will provide a special coverage program to cover the repair of transmissions that are identified by the remedy software as containing a defective control valve.
Campaign 24V797000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of motive power due to engine failure
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.
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.
Campaign 25V274000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of motive power due to engine failure
Loss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, 3500, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 24V797.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026.
Campaign 26V083000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (232 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (173 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (131 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 22V873000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V903000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V463000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V797000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V274000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V083000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.