2025 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 | 358 |
| 2007 | 849 |
| 2008 | 914 |
| 2009 | 444 |
| 2010 | 362 |
| 2011 | 563 |
| 2012 | 216 |
| 2013 | 301 |
| 2014 | 1433 |
| 2015 | 1101 |
| 2016 | 791 |
| 2017 | 711 |
| 2018 | 515 |
| 2019 | 1066 |
| 2020 | 721 |
| 2021 | 811 |
| 2022 | 612 |
| 2023 | 371 |
| 2024 | 299 |
| 2025 | 93 |
| 2026 | 86 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
52% of complaints: engine — 48 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
Driving south on I95 under normal condition. After driving for about a hour truck started smoking under the hood. I pulled over and turned off vehicle. I released the latch to open hood.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260112
My truck (2025 Chevy Silverado Trail Boss LZ0 Duramax 3.0l) started to have problems when driving. At a stop light, I started to accelerate at about 2000-3000 RPM.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260713
Also filed under POWER TRAIN
25% of complaints: electrical system — 23 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing key/sender and instrument cluster/panel.
FIRE20% of complaints: power train — 19 distinct reports on file.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle was stalling. The message "Transmission Service" was displayed on the instrument panel.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260713
12% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
8% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 7 distinct reports on file.
FIRESAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (48 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (19 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.