2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2017
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 61 |
| 1998 | 67 |
| 1999 | 47 |
| 2000 | 80 |
| 2001 | 72 |
| 2002 | 50 |
| 2003 | 42 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2005 | 46 |
| 2006 | 52 |
| 2007 | 39 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 52 |
| 2016 | 51 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 42 |
| 2021 | 40 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 50 |
| 2025 | 12 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 13 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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Recall was announced feb 7, 2019 my complaint is why is it taking so long to obtain parts and get the vehicle repired it has been three months
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-09
Engine
2 of 13 total reports mention: engine.
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The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to upshift while depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light was illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-25
Also filed under Power train
Power train
2 of 13 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing torque converter.
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The return line from the transmission cooler is rubbing on the bumper mount bracket. My vehicle has just over 9000 miles on it and the cover around the line is already worn through.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-21
Equipment
2 of 13 total reports mention: equipment, most commonly citing engine block heater.
Tires
1 of 13 total reports mentions: tires.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 equipped with goodyear wrangler sr-a tires, size: 275/55/R20. While driving 50 MPH on a mountainous road, the front passenger side tire blew out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-11-16
Safety timeline
6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-10-13Air bags, seat belts16V651000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016.
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2019-07-30Fuel system, gasoline19V088000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 GMC Sierra 3500 and Chevrolet Silverado 3500 trucks equipped with gasoline engines and dual fuel tanks.
Remedy: GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear-tank fuel-pump module, inspect the front tank and, if necessary, replace the front tank, free of charge. The recall began July 30, 2019. GM's number for this recall is N182204190.
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2019-12-11Engine19V328000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500, 5500 and 6500 vehicles and 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with Duramax 6.6 liter diesel engines and an...
Remedy: GM will contact owners, dealers will replace the engine block heater, free of charge. Additionally, in Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles, dealers will install a new rerouted heater cord. The recall began December 11, 2019.
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2021-03-24Seat belts17V567000 General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks. The front seat belt retractor assemblies were built with the incorrect torsion bar.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front seat belt retractor assemblies, free of charge. The recall began March 24, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
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2022-04-04Equipment21V496000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500 and 2017-2019 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with a Duramax diesel 6.6 liter engine and an optional engine-block heater cord.
Remedy: Dealers will replace engine block heaters and heater cords.
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2023-06-21Fuel system, diesel23V047000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 vehicles equipped with a dual fuel tank option.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and fuel pump module, replacing them as necessary. Dealers will also add a vent hose to the rear tank assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge.
Buy-smart checklist
2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V651000 · Air bags, seat belts
- Recall 19V088000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 19V328000 · Engine
- Recall 17V567000 · Seat belts
- Recall 21V496000 · Equipment
- Recall 23V047000 · Fuel system, diesel
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- Is the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 15% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have?
- 6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.