MYRModel Year Report

2011 Chevrolet Silverado

▲ Better than typical
2011 Chevrolet Silverado
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:12:31.854Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Silverado Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2011 highlighted. 1980: 2 complaints 1980 1982: 2 complaints 1984: 5 complaints 1985: 3 complaints 1987: 2 complaints 1988: 15 complaints 1988 1989: 22 complaints 1990: 25 complaints 1991: 17 complaints 1992: 40 complaints 1993: 69 complaints 1993 1994: 210 complaints 1995: 263 complaints 1996: 186 complaints 1997: 272 complaints 1998: 279 complaints 1998 1999: 1660 complaints 2000: 1305 complaints 2001: 877 complaints 2002: 710 complaints 2003: 695 complaints 2003 2004: 622 complaints 2005: 316 complaints 2006: 182 complaints 2007: 183 complaints 2008: 162 complaints 2008 2009: 76 complaints 2010: 62 complaints 2011: 75 complaints 2011 2012: 68 complaints 2013: 64 complaints 2013 2014: 124 complaints 2015: 76 complaints 2016: 5 complaints 2017: 125 complaints 2017
2011: 75 complaints
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YearComplaints
19802
19822
19845
19853
19872
198815
198922
199025
199117
199240
199369
1994210
1995263
1996186
1997272
1998279
19991660
20001305
2001877
2002710
2003695
2004622
2005316
2006182
2007183
2008162
200976
201062
201175
201268
201364
2014124
201576
20165
2017125

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

AIR BAGS 17%

17% of complaints: air bags — 13 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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MY VEHICLE WAS FORCED OFF THE ROAD BY ANOTHER VEHICLE CAUSING MY VEHICLE TO HIT A LIGHT POLE HEAD ON. NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. DRIVER AND PASSENGER SUFFERED INJURY. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20140701

See attached document for complaint.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240820

STRUCTURE 15%

15% of complaints: structure — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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WHY IS THE CABLES SUPPORTING THE TAIL GATE TWO DIFFERENT LENGTHS, ONE CABLE IS LOOSE WHEN THE TAIL GATE IS LOWERED AND NOT SUPPORTING ANYTHING, I TALKED WITH MY SALES PERSON AND HE TOLD HE TALKED WITH GM AND THEY ARE NOT GOING TO FIX THE PROBLEM,...

NHTSA ODI report, 20110927

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
ENGINE 9%

9% of complaints: engine — 7 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard a loud abnormal tapping sound at the hood of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231010

SERVICE BRAKES 7%

7% of complaints: service brakes — 5 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION AT TRAFFIC LIGHT APPROX 1.5 VEHICLE LENGTHS BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE. VEHICLE IN FRONT OF MINE DID NOT MOVE. PRESSED BRAKE PEDAL WITH MAX PRESSURE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140701

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20110725 — steering

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV; CHEVROLET SILVERADO HD, SILVERADO LD, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; AND GMC SIERRA HD, SIERRA LD, YUKON, AND YUKON XL VEHICLES. THE INTERMEDI

Remedy: GM DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND ENSURE THAT THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT BOLTS ARE TIGHTENED TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT JULY 13, 2011. OWNERS MAY

Campaign 11V339000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20150212 — electrical system

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ignition lock housing, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on February 12, 2015.

Campaign 14V827000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2011 Chevrolet Silverado — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 11V339000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 14V827000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1992 ▲ 2010 ▲ 2013

WORST YEARS

■ 1999 ■ 2000 ■ 2001

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FAQ

Is the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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.