2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Engine is the leading concern among 382 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 12th highest complaint count among 19 Silverado 1500 model years with reports.
Of the 2023 reports, 7 involved a crash and 6 involved a fire. 2 people were injured.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Engine and engine cooling, engine, hard parts internal/mechanicalApr 24, 2025
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. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
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. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.
Campaign 25V274000 on NHTSA.gov
Service brakes, hydraulic, brake fluid low warning, lampSep 12, 2024
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.
Campaign 24V674000 on NHTSA.gov
Exterior lighting, lighting control module, softwareDec 8, 2022
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. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.
Campaign 22V903000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints
382 reports, newest first.
Power train, Jan 8, 2024
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The transmission "shifter" has a Parking switch on top of the shifter. Pushing the shifter full forward results in the transmission being in REVERSE. Vehicles have had full forward result in PARK for as long as the automatic transmission has been around, creating a dangerous conflict between muscle memory and function. There have been two close-calls where my mind has considered it to be in PARK and when letting off the brake, the truck began moving in reverse. Luckily, I would have only hit a parked car but if there was a person behind me? Things could turn bad, quickly. Demonstration: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Structure, Jan 3, 2024
My tailgate has opened without activation 3 times while on roadways sending cargo to the road. This fortunately has not causes an accident (that I know of) but the potential obviously does exist as a vehicle may need to make an emergency lane change to avoid hitting a toolbox, crate, or other cargo that I may be carrying as I use my truck to work with. 2 of three times I was made aware and returned to clear the roadway further endangering myself. I have current cleared my pickup bed of all cargo as I no longer trust the tailgate from spewing cargo to the roadway.
Electrical system, Other or unspecified, Dec 28, 2023
GM Infotainment Center unreliable and comes on when it feels like causing a panic while you are driving. I have taken it to the dealer twice and was told it is a known issue with no help in sight. The truck has less than 2000 miles on it.
Vehicle speed control, Dec 26, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing unintended acceleration. The contact stated while pulling into his driveway and slightly depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle speed increased continuously. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle responded as needed. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times while driving, and nearly caused a crash with another vehicle on one occasion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times; however, the dealer could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000.
Power train, Dec 9, 2023
I am writing to bring to your attention a recurring issue with my recently purchased 2023 Chevrolet Silverado, documented in detail here: [XXX] . Despite the evidence presented in the document and my personal experience, Chevrolet claims there is no known issue with my vehicle. The persistent problem involves a front-end squeak chirp, which significantly impacts the driving experience. There is less than 7000 miles on my new 2023 Silverado. I am reaching out to seek your assistance in addressing this matter, as it appears to be a broader concern affecting multiple Silverado models. I believe your involvement can help ensure that both my specific case and the larger issue are thoroughly investigated, and appropriate actions are taken to rectify these ongoing problems. Your prompt attention to this matter is greatly appreciated, and I look forward to a resolution that ensures the safety and performance of my vehicle. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Vehicle speed control, Dec 7, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to complete a turn, due to the placement of the controls on the steering wheel, the contact unintentionally activated the cruise control. As a result, the vehicle quickly accelerated to the speed last set that had been stored in the memory, almost causing a collision with the vehicle ahead. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200.
Latches/locks/linkages, Nov 22, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the tailgate independently opened, causing tools to fall onto the roadway. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the failure was due to a faulty switch on the tailgate. The tailgate switch was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in a recall related to the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,500. The VIN was not available.
Electrical system, Exterior lighting, Nov 19, 2023
Turn signal indicator on front passenger side has already failed and the vehicle has less than 4000 miles on it
Suspension, Nov 10, 2023
There is a noticeable clunking or knocking noise from the rear suspension, possibly the leaf springs
Engine, Nov 2, 2023
Engine oil cooler lines began leaking oil at 800 miles. Oil leak appears to be at engine connection for line. Took to dealer where vehicle was purchased. They added dye to engine oil and clean up evidence of leaks. Told me to drive for 300 miles and call if it leaked again. It leaked again and dealer is non responsive to request for repair. Will try another dealer. Leak is significant.
Visibility/wiper, Oct 27, 2023
Windshield wipers have stopped/paused during operation on two occasions midway through clearing rain from the windshield while driving down the road during rain events. Each time this has happened, the wipers have paused for approximately 2 seconds and then continued working without adjusting the controls. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. If the wipers had not started working again, I could have lost the ability to see while driving on the roadway. This could have put me and family at risk of crashing, as well as other motorists on the roadway. The problem has not been evaluated at the dealership yet. There has been no lights, lamps or warnings this was going to occur either time it has happened.
Power train, Engine, Oct 26, 2023
2023 Silverado 1500 3.0 Duramax. Transmission failure and engine overheating at 5k miles. I was towing a trailer when the 1st transmission failure occurred. The engine shut off, and said shift to N to start while coasting with loss of power braking. I was able to get started but transmission would slip when shifting above 1st gear. I had to tow to the nearest level point to safely park the vehicle, for fear of rolling backwards down 8% grade. At that point the computer was showing engine overheat loss of power warnings. GM roadside assistance towed to nearest dealer, refilled transmission with fluid, and put me back on the road for it to fail again in traffic (loss of power / unable to move). I have now been without vehicle going on 30 days and worry there is more wrong with the vehicle than just a blown transmission (latest GM diagnosis with no repair eta). For a few hours prior to failure I noticed what seemed like the transmission hunting for gears at lower speeds (0-25) with hesitation. Could have been slipping. And also noticed strange / louder than usual turbo noises. I worry the system is generating too much pressure or has mixed oil with coolant somewhere, based on finding atf, coolant, and engine oil near the overflow and all over the bottom of the vehicle. GM support has been atrocious and someone should step in.
Other or unspecified, Oct 8, 2023
The audio from the stereo will cut out for all services, FM, Sirius XM, Apple CarPlay , phone. It’s happened twice within two weeks. Once I reset the stereo in safe mode., it works again.
Exterior lighting, Oct 4, 2023
Front left turn signal doesn't work all the time
Steering, Wheels, Other or unspecified, Oct 1, 2023
Vehicle sways/wobbles on grooved pavement. Magnified immensely when towing a trailer. Threatens to pull you into other driving lanes. Service technician and service manager at dealership state it is a known condition with the type of tires Chevrolet has put on the vehicle and that Chevrolet is refusing to do anything about it. Multiple dates and is repeatable.
Visibility, Sep 25, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the rear passenger’s side window suddenly shattered. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who had not yet determined the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.
Service brakes, Forward collision avoidance, Sep 16, 2023
The automatic emergency breaking never worked. I took it to the dealership and they told me the computer didn't show anything wrong. I could tell the safety features weren't behaving properly though. While I was driving the breaks completely failed. Luckily I controlled the vehicle to a stop. Every light on the dash was on. I turned the of and restarted it. When I did the break peddle pumped repeatedly on its own hard back at me and made an awful noise. The check engine light came on and stayed on. From that point I tried to get to a safe location to call a tow truck to take the truck back to the dealership. While I drove I managed to get some video of the detection system as I closed distance to the vehicle ahead it saying the gap was widening and the car right in front of me would disappear. Then as the vehicle would pull away, the sensors would say the gap was closing. My safety and others was absolutely put at risk. If anyone would have been ahead of me when the breaks failed it would have been a deadly colission. After I told the dealership there was an issue and they told me I was wrong, then this happened, they have confirmed there is a problem and have had the truck for over a week trying to repair it. It has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance reps. There was no warning lamps prior to the failure. The only symptom was that the safety features that were stated to be on the vehicle never worked. The truck was specifically marked to have automatic breaking, safety assist, front pedestrian breaking, following distance indicator, and forward colission alert that never worked on a brand new vehicle that never worked from the day I purchased the vehicle. I did report it by calling and even bringing the truck in to be looked at and I was told there was "no issue" by the dealership. Then the break failure took place.
Electrical system, Sep 14, 2023
GM Infotainment system repeated intermittent malfunctions. Safety concern: Repeatedly (~20%) while driving, the audio from the car radio will spike to full volume for about 5 seconds, then the infotainment system will reboot. THIS IS VERY UNSAFE as it is startling to the driver, nearly resulting in multiple crashes. This is an issue reported by multiple owners, as evidenced by a simple Google search of '2023 silverado volume spike'. GM has refused to acknowledge this and has not issued a fix.
Other or unspecified, Sep 13, 2023
We purchased a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado High County on Thursday, August 10, 2023, at Reed Chevrolet in St. Joseph, MO. On August 19, 2023, the infotainment system failed on the vehicle. It was returned to the dealership for repair. In coordination with General Motors, the dealership could not fix the issue. They said a new infotainment system was required, but they did not have a strategy or solution to our problem. They indicated this was a supply issue, and they could not get an infotainment system as it was back-ordered. On September 11, 2023, the dealership had to trade us vehicles as they could not provide a time frame for repair. We had to give up the 3.0 straight 6 Duramax diesel we wanted and go with a gasoline version. In communication with GM, they were aware of this problem, based on the careful wording of their responses and the 2021-2023 model year Silverado pickups. I researched these model ears and found this was a common problem among many Silverado owners. GM is also well-known for this issue infotainment issue and has settled a previous class action lawsuit for different model years. GM needs to be held accountable for this issue. I look forward to your response. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Power train, Electrical system, Fuel/propulsion system, Sep 5, 2023
We purchased a new 2023 Chevy Silverado in approximately January 2023. The onset of the problems with the new truck was Friday, August 4, 2023. The engine light came on, skipping occurred when accelerating - powertrain issues. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated and was jerking when shifting between the first and second gear. No warning lights were illuminated. Then after arriving home, the truck cut off and I attempted to re-start the car without success. Waited for some time to start the truck, but it would not start. Attempted to start again after several hours. Did not start until the next morning and was able to drive the vehicle to the Chevy dealership service department, The service department kept the vehicle from August 4, 2023, to August 10, 2023. We were not provided with another vehicle, while they worked on mine. The second time occurred 10 days after picking the vehicle up from the service department. Monday, August 21, 2023, to PRESENT. Same issues with the truck continued. This issue has caused a major inconvenience. Not only are we still making payments on the vehicle. We have not been given a date of when the vehicle issue will be resolved. The parts needed are on back order. The truck has been in the dealership service department for 22 days as of 09/05/23.
Forward collision avoidance, Aug 24, 2023, crash
I was driving Eastbound on highway 150 on my way to work. I have adaptive cruise control in my truck and have used it many times before on this exact road with no issues. Traffic was moving slow and the adaptive cruise control was following the car in front of me exactly how it is designed to do (ACC can be turned on at speeds as low as 5 mph in this vehicle and can come to a complete stop and restart movement from a complete stop). I drove through a section of this road right after the lake crossing where the morning sun was pretty bright directly facing us for a few seconds. During this time my foot was off of the accelerator and brake as instructed by the vehicle manual for safe operation of the ACC system. In these few seconds the truck unexpectedly accelerated aggressively with no warning and before I had a chance to react the truck rear ended another vehicle, pushing it into the car in front of them as well. I have been found liable so far by insurance. I am trying to argue on my behalf. I firmly believe I am not personally liable for this accident. The system in the truck is supposed to fail safe (meaning when meeting uncertain variables, such as low camera visibility, the vehicle should disengage the ACC instead of aggressively accelerating with no information of what is in front of it) and it did not in this circumstance. As stated, I had no input to the accelerator or the brake at the time of the accident according to the owners manual safe operation of this system. The vehicle FAILED to disengage the ACC system as it was supposed to and caused an accident I had NO TIME to react to by aggressively accelerating without any warning. The vehicle has been appraised for repair by the insurance company and was found to have $7000 in damages.
Visibility/wiper, Aug 9, 2023
Rear view camera has moisture that builds up within the lens and makes it difficult to see what is behind when reversing. I've read online about many others complaining of similar issues from different source websites.
Other or unspecified, Jun 29, 2023
Vehicle experiences unexpected sudden acceleration, usually at low speeds. Engaging the brake will stop it.
Electrical system, Jun 23, 2023
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH and towing a 4,000-pound travel trailer, the contact noticed that the turn signal warning was illuminated and indicated that the left turn signal was not functioning as needed. The contact drove the vehicle to a small auto parts dealer to purchase a new signal bulb. The contact was changing the turn signal bulb and smelled a burning plastic odor and noticed that the wiring harness connected the trailer to the harness on the trailer hitch appeared to have melted. The contact stated that the connector had melted. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the trailer hitch connector and wires underneath the vehicle had melted also. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer has been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000. The contact stated GM is refusing to fix the problem under warranty.
Structure, Jun 22, 2023
This vehicle is equipped with remote tail gate release which can be activated without the knowledge of the driver allowing items to fall from vehicle and promote a dangerous outcome. An example is this morning the tailgate released after I stopped at a gas station and I had a piece of equipment fall from the vehicle. Thankfully no other vehicle was struck but this does pose a safety risk