2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
This year had 30% to 100% more 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
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 3 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 64 |
| 1998 | 73 |
| 1999 | 81 |
| 2000 | 132 |
| 2001 | 300 |
| 2002 | 351 |
| 2003 | 449 |
| 2004 | 368 |
| 2005 | 269 |
| 2006 | 177 |
| 2007 | 204 |
| 2008 | 191 |
| 2009 | 61 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 104 |
| 2012 | 53 |
| 2013 | 51 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 175 |
| 2016 | 122 |
| 2017 | 54 |
| 2018 | 52 |
| 2019 | 74 |
| 2020 | 102 |
| 2021 | 84 |
| 2022 | 94 |
| 2023 | 47 |
| 2024 | 139 |
| 2025 | 28 |
| 2026 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
61% of complaints: service brakes — 80 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TRAVELING ON ROAD AT POSTED SPEED OF 35MPH APPROACHING A HIGHWAY INTERSECTION. TRIED TO MAKE A NORMAL STOP AND BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. TRUCK WENT THROUGH RED LIGHT AND THROUGH INTERSECTION OF A SECTION OF HIGHWAY THAT IS 8 LANES WIDE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130829
STEERING LOCKED UP BRAKE QUIT WORKING. IN MOTION
NHTSA ODI report, 20201114
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE TOOK A LONG TIME TO SLOW DOWN WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190726
14% of complaints: steering — 18 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing pump and steering wheel/handle bar.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ON 09/27/2000 I WAS SLOWING DOWN FOR A DIP,WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. AS I CROSSED THE HIT THE DIP AND/OR JUST AFTER THE DIP, I HEARD A NOISE COME FROM THE LEFT FRONT DRIVERS SIDE OF TRUCK. AT THE SAME TIME THE LEFT FRONT OF TRUCK DROPPED A LITTLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20010122
8% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing exhaust system and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
WHEN THE DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE DRIVER HAD TO USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO SLOW THE VEHICLE. WHEN THE DRIVER TURNED IN A DRIVEWAY HE SAW SMOKE EMITTING FROM HE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20030820
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
7% of complaints: tires — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tread/belt and temporary/emergency spare tire.
Show complaint excerpts
Tire size LT245/75R16 While driving on highway at speeds between 55 and 65 mph, front driver's side tire started to vibrate. Cause of vibration was not known at the time.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230925
5% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and cooling unit and lines.
CRASH INJURYSAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH VACUUM POWER, 4-WHEEL DISC BRAKES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 105, "HYDRA
Remedy: DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM SUPPLY HOSE.
Campaign 00V222000 — check if this car was fixed
HYDRAULIC PUMP SHAFT FAILURES
HYDRAULIC PUMP FAILRES
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. TH
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Campaign 07E088000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (80 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V222000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E088000 (equipment) has been completed.
OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL
BEST YEARS
WORST YEARS
FAQ
Is the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 61% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.