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.

Complaints by model year
  1. 382

Of the 2023 reports, 7 involved a crash and 6 involved a fire. 2 people were injured.

Primary concernEngine149 reports · 39% of complaints
Owner complaints382Filed with NHTSA
Recall relationship3 safety recallsNHTSA campaign records

What owners report most often

  1. Engine149
  2. Power train106
  3. Electrical system62
  4. Other or unspecified45
  5. Fuel/propulsion system33
  6. Engine and engine cooling26
  7. Service brakes24
  8. Forward collision avoidance20

Recalls and investigations

  1. 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

  2. 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

  3. 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.

  1. Other or unspecified, Jun 7, 2023

    The backup camera intermittently turns off in low light, thus rendering it ineffective at night. It's been identified with NHTSA ID Number: 10234211. However, there is no fix. I feel this is a safety issue as the camera does not work correctly in low light. It has been this way for approximately 6 months, since I purchased the vehicle.

  2. Engine, May 20, 2023

    The PCV system plugs up in below zero weather casing the main rear engine seal to blow and leak. Currently waiting for gmc to manufacture the seal as it’s been back ordered due to so many engines needing this part. Estimate is 2 months or more wait. A loud ‘pop’ was heard the day before leaking. It sounded like an object hit under the truck. Oil drops were found the next day and dealership found the leak. Gateway in Fargo, ND is the mechanic and GMC is paying for repairs. If we were to of driven for a prolonged time, the leak could have poured most of all of the oil out of the blown seal and ruined the engine. There were no warning signs. The oil pressure seemed unstable the immediate days afterwards before being looked at. It was going down and coming back up after warming. The oil began leaking faster and in larger amounts as weather warmed above freezing.

  3. Equipment, May 10, 2023

    The contact owns 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the radio volumes went from 0 to 100 spontaneously. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 4,000.

  4. Power train, Mar 29, 2023

    The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated and was jerking when shifting between the first and second gear. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission control module (TCM) needed to be reset. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact stated that the failure reoccurred while driving into his driveway, with the vehicle lunging forward. The vehicle was then taken to Murdock Chevrolet (2375 S 625 W, Woods Cross, UT 84010), where the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired and had remained at the local dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 1,000. The VIN was not available. The contact has refused to take the vehicle home until the dealer can provide them with a remedy and repair for the failure.

  5. Fuel/propulsion system, Mar 3, 2023

    DEF system has malfunctioned. It is not recognizing a full tank and proceeds to regulate how many miles you can go at a lower speed. The final speed drops to 5 mile an hour, not allowing you to go any faster. This is a brand new truck with less than 2,500 miles on it.

  6. Vehicle speed control, Service brakes, Forward collision avoidance, Feb 16, 2023

    Truck does not brake when any object enters the saftey brake zone leading driver to loose safe distance while driving. Dealer unable to fix.

  7. Electrical system, Vehicle speed control, Service brakes, Feb 14, 2023

    Started truck and dash lit up like a Christmas tree service brakes trailer brake failure do not exceed 43 mph. Check engine light was on multiple other lights were on truck is currently at dealership and gm doesn’t have a fix for issue. Part that is needed is on National back order. Haven’t made first payment and truck is Already in the shop and is not safe to drive due to this issue.