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Safety ratings
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC 2WD
- Lane departure warningOptional
- Forward collision warningOptional
- Electronic stability controlStandard
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC 4WD
- Lane departure warningOptional
- Forward collision warningOptional
- Electronic stability controlStandard
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC 2WD
- Lane departure warningNo
- Forward collision warningNo
- Electronic stability controlStandard
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC 4WD
- Lane departure warningNo
- Forward collision warningNo
- Electronic stability controlStandard
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC 2WD
- Lane departure warningOptional
- Forward collision warningOptional
- Electronic stability controlStandard
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC 4WD
- Lane departure warningOptional
- Forward collision warningOptional
- Electronic stability controlStandard
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Recalls (12)
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATORCampaign 20V446000 · 30/07/2020
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5 and XT6, Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500 and Traverse and GMC Acadia and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The diffuser component of the Roof-Rail Air Bag (RRAB) inflator may not have been properly crimped to the inflator and could separate from the inflator during air bag deployment.
Risk: If the diffuser separates from the inflator during deployment, RRAB performance may be degraded, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect RRAB modules, free of charge. The recall began September 3, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N202305380.
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPERCampaign 20V116000 · 27/02/2020
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The bolts used to attach the front and/or rear brake calipers may have not been heat treated and may break under load.
Risk: Broken caliper bolts can reduce brake performance or interfere with wheel rotation and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake caliper bolts, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202294420.
- TIRESCampaign 21V115000 · 25/02/2021
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARECampaign 24V797000 · 24/10/2024
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.
Risk: Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge. GM will provide a special coverage program to cover the repair of transmissions that are identified by the remedy software as containing a defective control valve. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, GMC customer service at GMC 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242454440.
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFTCampaign 20V650000 · 22/10/2020
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 and 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 trucks. One of the driveshaft joints may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate while the vehicle is moving.
Risk: If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N202314870.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPCampaign 19V837000 · 21/11/2019
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
Risk: Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192283991.
- SEAT BELTSCampaign 20V792000 · 17/12/2020
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, 2021 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe and GMC Yukon XL and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The seat belt brackets may not be secured to the seat frame in the front-row center seating position.
Risk: If a seat-belt bracket is not secured, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the front-row center seat position, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect left-side and right-side front-row center seat-belt bracket attachments and reassemble it correctly as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 26, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202314670.
- TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRECampaign 21V985000 · 16/12/2021
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2021 GMC Sierra 1500 and Silverado 1500 vehicles equipped with certain accessory road tires and a 17" spare tire. The 17" spare tire provided with the vehicle is not compatible for use with the accessory wheels, which can cause the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to not function properly under certain conditions.
Risk: An ABS system that does not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will provide a new 17" spare tire and wheel assembly that is compatible with the accessory wheels, free of charge. Dealers will also apply a new spare tire information label, and provide owners with an owner's manual insert clarifying which spare tire to use with the accessory road tires and with the 17" original tires. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2022. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212346510.
- SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONERCampaign 19V814000 · 14/11/2019
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, and 2020 Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 vehicles equipped with carpet floor covering. When the front seat belt pretensioners deploy, hot gas may vent through an opening in the pretensioner bracket, possibly igniting the carpet.
Risk: A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will close off the opening in the pretensioner bracket, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192270600.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLESCampaign 19V888000 · 12/12/2019
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks. The battery positive (B+) cable rings may have been manufactured with excessive glue, potentially causing an intermittent electrical connection between the B+ cable and alternator.
Risk: An intermittent electrical connection between the B+ battery cable and the alternator could cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. The intermittent connection could also lead to electrical arcing, which could generate sufficient heat to damage surrounding material, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for the presence of glue or other contamination at the B+ cable attachment to the alternator and clean the connection and reattach the B+ cable connection, as necessary. If arcing has damaged the cable, nut, or alternator, the dealer will replace the damaged components. All services will be performed free of charge. GM issued owners an interim notification on February 4, 2020. GM issued second notice and the recall began March 9, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192273510.
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARECampaign 26V083000 · 12/02/2026
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, 3500, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 24V797. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up.
Risk: Rear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252516560. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 12, 2026.
- TIRESCampaign 20V684000 · 05/11/2020
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse vehicles and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The vehicles may have been manufactured with Continental tires that were overcured.
Risk: Overcured tires may experience a carcass break in the sidewall resulting in a sudden air loss or could develop a belt edge separation which could lead to partial or full tread/belt loss. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect vehicles and replace tires that have DOT number and production mold number combinations identified by Continental, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202319030.
Owner complaints
Most-reported areas
- ENGINE160
- POWER TRAIN156
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM71
- SERVICE BRAKES70
- STEERING58
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER54
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM24
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL20
Read individual complaints (50 most recent)
These are unverified consumer reports filed with NHTSA, shown as submitted.
- 12/31/2024· POWER TRAIN
The rear wheels lock and most of the time its hard shifting/ or it feels like it struggling to shift to the next gear
- 12/30/2023· UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rear window leaking
- 12/30/2020· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
THIS TRUCK IS 2 MONTHS OLD AND ONLY HAS 2300 MILES ON IT. ON SUNDAY 12/27, THE TRUCK WOULD NOT START. ALL DASH PANEL AND LIGHT INDICATOR WARNINGS CAME ON INCLUDING 4 WHEEL DRIVE ASSIST FAILURE, BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE, TPS FAILURE, CHECK ENGINE, BATTERY ERROR, ETC. AFTER JUMP STARTING THE BATTERY, THE TRUCK TURNED ON BUT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYED ON ALL DAY. ON MONDAY 12/28, THE TRUCK DID NOT START AGAIN HOWEVER, THIS TIME, NO INDICATOR LIGHTS, DASH PANEL OR ANYTHING CAME ON AND I WAS ALSO UNABLE TO EVEN LOCK THE TRUCK. IT WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP AND AFTER 2 DAYS THEY STILL HAVE NOT FOUND THE PROBLEM WITH THE TRUCK ALTHOUGH THEY HAVE INDICATED THERE IS A CLEAR PROBLEM. THE TRUCK IS STILL CURRENTLY AT THE DEALERSHIP.
- 12/29/2025· UNKNOWN OR OTHER
6L80 transmission shift flared when shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear and shuddered when driving at 45 - 50 mph and about 1400 rpm’s. The Torque Converter Clutch was spasming out causing the the torque converter to shudder which caused the torque converter to overheat at 250 degrees therefore exploding the torque converter that shot metal inside of the transmission blowing it up.
- 12/28/2025· POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Bad shuttering, slow acceleration, clunking noise, check engine light flashing all started while driving home. Took it to a transmission shop and they said it was the TC and transmission. I then called the dealership to see if there was a recall, and looked up any recalls. Since I have had fluid flushed and changed, and still have the problems. This has been an on going problem for a couple of years now. It was just out of warranty for dealership to fix. It started while I was on a highway and had very poor acceleration control.
- 12/28/2023· SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICCrash
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at 30 MPH, the service brakes were inoperable. The contact depressed the brake pedal to the floorboard and the vehicle did not stop or slow down. The contact stated that several warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that due to the service brakes being inoperable, he tried to avoid a crash. While the contact was making a left turn, an oncoming vehicle crashed into the vehicle on the rear passenger side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle continued to roll while he continued to depress the brake pedal and the vehicle finally came to a stop. The axle was fractured and the frame underneath of the vehicle had shifted. The vehicle was undrivable. The contact and the other driver contacted the local police and the incident report was taken over the phone. No injuries were reported. The contact stated that the failure had occurred previously, and the dealer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that a tow truck would be picking the vehicle up. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.
- 12/26/2022· POWER TRAIN
Shaking an jerking in transmission in all gears.could be a serious issue if it locks up or stops pulling at speed or in heavy traffic
- 12/26/2019· SERVICE BRAKES
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS TRAVELING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION AT AN UNKNOWN RATE OF SPEED, THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. ALSO, THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND WAS INFORMED NOT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE BECAUSE THE BRAKES WERE DEFECTIVE. THE CONTACT'S WIFE ATTEMPTED TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL DEALER, BUT THE BRAKES FAILED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HERB CHAMBERS CHEVROLET OF DANVERS (90 ANDOVER ST, MA-114, DANVERS, MA 01923) WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED AND THE CONTACT WAS PROVIDED A LOANER VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE CONTACT DID NOT FEEL COMFORTABLE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 738.
- 12/24/2024· POWER TRAIN
First incident was when the vehicle had under 7,000 miles. Transmission module went. Vehicle wouldn't move. A few months prior, when we pulled our camping trailer, the integrated brake didn't work and the truck brakes overheated. Took vehicle to dealer, couldn't find a problem. A few months later the truck would not move, and found to be the transmission module. After a month and they finally got the part and repaired, no problems with pulling the camper. Than last week, we pulled out on the road, and we couldn't accelerate. A little over 45,000 miles on it. Had towed to dealer, they have diagnosed Transmission Valve Body. No warning lights. Maybe the transmission was hesitating some before it went. Waiting for the part, which no clue how long it will take.
- 12/24/2023· ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Check engine light came on. Authorized Dealer Advisor stated "vehicle may shut-off or not start." Took to Authorized Dealer. Dealer found Evap System Error Code P0499. Dealer replaced Evap Valve Harness Connector. Approximately 48hrs Check Engine Light came on again. Will schedule service with Authorized Dealer.
- 12/23/2025· ENGINE
The 6.2L engine failed. The same as the 2021-2024 recalls.
- 12/22/2024· POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 8L90 transmission failure at 40,000 miles and I am now at 90,000 miles with the same issue. I have been working on this truck tirelessly tried to fix the transmission. I’ve had 3 transmission fluid replacements and a full torque converter replacement. General Motors knowingly sold these models to consumers when the transmission was faulty and underperforming. It shudders, shakes, and slips while driving. It’s almost caused me to get into a few accidents. I just want compensation and to be a part of the class action lawsuit they are being filed upon. My phone number is [XXX] And my email is [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
- 12/22/2023· STEERING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Voltage will drop and effects steering, dash lights, radio, headlights
- 12/21/2022· ENGINE
Lifter failure caused several different warning lights and misfiring and chugging. Vehicle never died, but might have if it had continued to be driven.
- 12/21/2022· POWER TRAIN
The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado has a known issue with the torque converters and they are currently on back order and our service manager told us we are able to drive with it messed up and that it would not cause anymore damage but it causes transmission lockup and engine lockup which results in loss of control.
- 12/18/2024· POWER TRAIN
about a month ago, began with a shutter or studder at low speeds. Became worse and a vibration on the interstate as it sounded like i was driving over rough ground. have now seen two mechanics in person and talked to another on the phone and all are saying the torque converter needs to be replaced. the check engine light has not come on which is also a concern as this is a major issue. safety concern is getting on the interstate into traffic and difficulty accelerating. experienced a lockup and swerve when accelerating up a hill which is very scary as my children were in the car. this is a 2020 silverado 1500 purchased new from dealership with 105k miles
- 12/18/2024· POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
My vehicle has an incomplete recall, I am not getting what I paid for, still under warranty, not living up to GM Chevrolet warranty. Doesn't feel safe to drive.
- 12/18/2024· POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Wiring harness defect an on going defect required repair in General Motors products should be a recall. Dealership said a manufacturing error. Now public who buys these vehicles have to pay for General Motors defect. Cylinder cause check engine light to come on. Repairs by Kunes GMC of Beloit WI. invoice [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
- 12/18/2020· SERVICE BRAKES
DROVE TO WORK NO ISSUES NO LIGHTS AFTER WORK I START THE TRUCK CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON SERVICE EBRAKE LIGHT IS ON AND THE EBRAKE LIGHT IS FLASHING TRUCK WILL NOT MOVE EBRAKE IS STUCK ON AND I DID NOT SET THE BRAKE WHEN I PARKED
- 12/16/2025· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle started to hesitate with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that there was a misfire in the engine, and her husband pulled off the roadway and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle was restarted and driven back to the residence at speeds no greater than 50 MPH. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the left engine lifters had collapsed and needed to be replaced. The contact was advised by the dealer that the right-side engine lifters should be replaced while the engine was disassembled. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000.
- 12/16/2024· STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
Driving at the speed limit 65-70 miles ph my truck started to slow in speed the tire sensor came on then the truck began to smoke and the brakes locked up at a high speed, lucky for me there was no one behind me. I was able to limp to a safe spot and park the truck would not MOVE at all..After an hour I tried to move it again it would not go into drive. Had to tow it to the dealership..$$$$ later they say well we can't recreate the problem so it's drivable. I drive 2 blocks and it stops in traffic almost causing a collision. Had it towed home and for 3 moths now it has sat while I have to continue paying payments on a NON running 2020 with only 102 thousand miles on it this is CRIMINAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! was told possible $62k to repair but no guarantee it would stay fixed!!!!!!!!!! Criminal and should not be on me I am paying still. But if something is not done I will let it get repo..I am [XXX] old this was to be my last newer vehicle I have had to borrow money again and bought an older 03 silverado that is running great. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
- 12/16/2020· POWER TRAIN
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH DOWNHILL, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL WITH AN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO YOUNG BUICK GMC (325 OVERLAND AVE, BURLEY, ID 83318) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 21,000. ## VIN PASSED ## CHEVROLET 2020 SILVERADO ##
- 12/15/2025· ENGINE
The truck had a lifter failure which caused the pushrod to bend damaging the camshaft as well. I spent $5000 dollars just for the problem to happen again. I’ve have spent nearly $10000 on this issue. This not something you expect from a truck that you pay nearly $60000 for.
- 12/14/2025· STEERING
Intermittent and sudden loss of power steering. The only message displayed briefly then went out was “service trailer brake controller”. Brought vehicle to Dealership. The grounding strap behind the front right wheel that goes to the frame (Earth Strap) was rotted. This seams to be a very common problem with this model truck and is dangerous.
- 12/14/2020· POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
IN MAY I PURCHASES A 2020 SILVERADO. ON DECEMBER 05TH, 2020. I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE HEADING HOME FROM MY SON'S FOOTBALL GAME . THE "SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM" MESSAGE DISPLAYED ON THE VEHICLE'S DASHBOARD. BRAKING BECAME SLUGGISH AND STIFF. I INITIAL THOUGHT THE BRAKE FLUID HAD HAD LEAKED OUT. THE VEHICLE MAINTAINED POWER TO ALL OTHER SYSTEMS. ONCE HOME I CHECKED THE ENGINE BAY AND BRAKE CALIBERS AND FOUND THEM TO BE INTACT. AT THIS TIME THE VEHICLE HAS 12,400 MILES. AFTER A INITIAL ASSESSMENT, WAS INFORMED THAT IT WAS DETERMINED TO BE A "COMPUTER GLITCH" THAT WAS EFFECTING THE TRANSMISSION AND BRAKE SENSORS. THE BRAKE MODULE WAS REPLACED AND TRANSMISSION "SOFTWARE" WAS UPDATED. THIS WAS COMPLETED ON DECEMBER 09TH, 2020. UPON COMPLETION THE TECHS CONDUCTING A "DRIVE TEST", AT WHICH TIME THE WARNING APPEARED AGAIN. MY VEHICLE REMAINS AT THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT, WHILE THEY "TROUBLESHOOT" THE PROBLEM. DUE TO THE VAGUE RESPONSES BEING PROVIDED BY THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE STAFF AND THE LACK OF AN ESTIMATED TIME LINE FOR THE COMPLETION OF THE REPAIRS. I BELIEVE THERE IS A MUCH LARGER ISSUE THAT THEY DON'T WANT TO REVEAL.
- 12/13/2024· FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Fuel pump module failure. Car stop working while driving. Immediately downshifted to a lower gear and would no longer drive above 10mph without shutting down
- 12/13/2024· ENGINE
Main bearing on crankshaft when out
- 12/13/2020· STEERING
DROVE TO SAMS CLUB AND RETURNED TO MY TRUCK AN HOUR LATER. TURNED ON THE TRUCK AND I HAD A SERVICE POWER STEERING MESSAGE, DRIVE WITH CARE WARNING AS WELL AS SERVICE ESC. IT WAS REALLY HARD TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. I TURNED OFF THE TRUCK AND PULLED OUT THE MANUAL. AFTER 5 MINUTES, I TURNED THE TRUCK ON AND NO CHANGE. I KEPT READING AND ABOUT 15 MINUTES LATER I TURNED ON THE TRUCK AGAIN AND THIS TIME THE STEERING WAS BACK TO NORMAL WITH NO DASH MESSAGES. I DROVE HOME AND SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT FOR 12/14/202 WITH MY DEALER, ANCIRA CHEVROLET, SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS. I READ ON THE INTERNET THAT OTHER SILVERADO OWNERS ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. MY TRUCK ONLY HAD 4,529 MILES WHEN THIS HAPPENED.
- 12/12/2024· SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the brake pad sensor warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the vehicle was not yet diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.
- 12/12/2024· SUSPENSION,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal sound emanating from the rear end suspension. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that fuel leak from the fuel delivery system resulted corrosion of the left side leaf spring grummet. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000.
- 12/11/2025· ENGINE
GM declared my original engine as unfixable and decided to replace my engine luckily with 2 weeks remaining in warranty. It had similar clicking noise to everything else I've seen related to this 6.2L having issues. It currently has a new engine that can be inspected if need be. As well as receipt given to me from Klein Chevy from engine replacement. My engine could've failed while driving if I didnt notice the clicking noise prior to getting it looked at. Putting other in danger if driving on a public roadway. Yes the noise/defect was reproducible upon dealer looking at it. Unsure if the vehicle was inspected by the actual manufacturer but they removed my motor and sent it back to the factory. Was never inspected by police or insurance that im aware of There was no check engine light or warning lamps, only thing I noticed was a clicking noise that the common layman would have probably missed, they appeared roughly around 46,000 miles.
- 12/11/2025· ENGINE
Driving on highway truck lose power, engine lights start to flash and cracking noises start to come from engine. The lose of speed almos cause another vehicle to rear end me, Truck gave no signs or warnings before. Truck was delivered to a local shop and due abundant amount of metal flakes in oil engine need to be replaced
- 12/11/2025· ENGINE
Engine Failure 6 Nov 2025 Yes, engine is available for inspection. Possible loss power, unable to control the vehicle. Vehicle engine failure has been confirmed by dealership, Ruben Milton Chevrolet and Jim Hudson Cadillac in Augusta Georgia. Vehicle has not been inspection by manufacturer, police, insurance representatives. No warning light, no knocking noise, no messages on dashboard.
- 12/11/2023· POWER TRAIN
torque converter and transmission. For more than a year truck would lunge or jump forward when stopped at light or sitting in traffic, brought truck back to dealer several times for this problem each time they would tell me nothing wrong with truck. problems continued to happen and Truck started hesitating when accelerating then jumping into gear also while driving on highway truck felt like it was slipping out of gear and RPMs would jump up. Brought truck back to dealer again 3 months ago and they said torque converter was going bad and they would call me when part was in. two months later and they kept saying it was back ordered, now while driving going down steep incline into busy intersection felt like i got rear ended by another car, when looking back no car was close me truck stalled and started rolling into intersection I slammed on brake and got truck started again only to find transmission had failed and it slammed into gear when accelerating put my flashers on and got off road . Brought truck back to dealer to have them tell me transmission was now gone. truck has now been sitting on dealer lot for a month now with them telling me they can't get parts or transmission to fix. Very dangerous situation with this transmission and them knowingly kept sending me away in this truck. I feel that they knew about transmission problem over a year ago when I was bringing it in for the lunging forward after coming to complete stop at traffic light and kept saying nothing wrong. Truck was still under original warranty and only has 62k miles on truck.
- 12/10/2025· POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Back in 7/2025, I was going to a Dr appt in Chandler, Az. When I arrived in Maricopa, Az, my truck stalled at the first stop light and would not start. I went over Kraegan Auto parts and bought a battery. After about 10 days, I was having to jump start my truck for the next few days. I took the battery back and they realized that it wasn’t the battery my truck called for. So, now I have the correct battery and everything working like it supposed to. In Nov 2025, my battery was starting to drain like overnight, and jump starting my truck every morning. I also told them, that the transmission was acting up. When I got on the highway my truck would be at 5000 rpm while doing 60 mph. I be would have to pull over to side of the highway, shut the engine down, and restart. Usually it would be good after the first time. So, up until now, I have no heater, no AC, my windows don’t go up or down, cruise control don’t work, l can’t move my power seat, so my wife has to put a pillow behind her and a pillow beneath her when she drives our truck. And I be still haven’t mentioned all be the little icons that are lit on the steering column. My truck is at the Jerry Seiner Casa Grande, Az. I have the protection plus coverage on my truck with GA Security, and I was told that because it’s a battery issue and found me at fault, they won’t cover me and I need to pick up my truck, because I can’t afford a $680.00 price tag. I’m on Medicare. That’s why I paid the $3500 for the protection plus coverage. So I guess it’s my fault or fault of my battery, my transmission doesn’t shift gears, power windows don’t work, heater or AC don’t work, can’t forget the cruise control. They said they are not covering nothing, to come get my truck.
- 12/10/2025· POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
While driving at highway speeds, multiple warning lights illuminated on the dashboard at the same time, including engine and powertrain warnings. The vehicle suddenly began operating abnormally, with loss of power and unstable driving behavior, making it unsafe to continue driving. This same issue has occurred multiple times previously and the vehicle has been taken to an authorized Chevrolet dealership for repairs on three separate occasions. Each time, repairs were performed, but the problem returned. The most recent incident occurred while driving on the highway and created a serious safety risk to the driver and other vehicles. The vehicle is not safe to drive.
- 12/09/2025· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormally loud engine camshaft bearing sound coming from the engine. The engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and after three days, it was determined that the camshaft bearing had failed, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact linked the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and NHTSA Action Number: EA25007 (Engine and Engine and Engine Cooling). The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.
- 12/09/2025· STEERING
On Sunday Nov. 16th, my steering wheel felt like it was "slipping", akin to how it feels when your serpentine belt tensioner is failing. I checked it out while wife turned the wheel, didn't see any problem, and we went on our way. Later in the day as we were leaving a parking lot, the problem occurred again but worse. And we got a warning about trailer brake controller needs repair. After reviewing similar problems on Reddit, I found it was still safe to drive, so we drove home without further incident. Monday I decided to take it to O'Reilly auto parts and have a code scan done. Except, as soon as I turned out of the driveway, my wheel completely froze up solid. I could NOT move the wheel (q2)! Since the wheel was still turned, I backed it into the driveway and we took our car to buy our own code scanner. It showed more than just one fault code for the brakes, there were 5. I called Fox Chevrolet to schedule al appointment for the next day. Fortunately, the failure occurred as the Advisor attempted to turn the wheel (q3). Long story short: problem was a rusted/rotted out ground wire (q1)! Behind the front driver side tire, encased in a boot. Tech told the Advisor he'd never seen that one before. $40 part, and $400 to install it (q4). I was happy it wasn't a power steering rack failure (electric) but the more I thought about it, felt I needed to report this. You needed a dealer scanner to catch this and trace it to a ground fault. Probably better for you to contact dealer Advisor and Tech to get a better breakdown on this (q1). Dealer was great, they could have sold me an $1800 steering rack and I'd have never known. Could this failure have happened to someone driving on the street and this pop up all of a sudden (q2)? I believe so. Glad I didn't find out firsthand. The problem went away overnight twice, and then all of a sudden your wheel is LOCKED. I'm curious as to if others are or have faced this, thus my submittal. Thanks for your time.
- 12/09/2025· ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal odor coming from the vehicle. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware of coolant leaking from the front of the vehicle near the transmission, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact retrieved DTC: P0016. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the coolant control valve, motor mount, and camshaft timing had failed. The dealer informed the contact that the coolant control valve, motor mount, and wiring harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for further assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.
- 12/09/2025· POWER TRAIN
My 2020 Chevy Silverado needs a torque converter replacement. My truck is at 90k miles and out of drivetrain warranty. However, this is a known GM problem with trucks (and other vehicles in this class of engine/transmissions). I have talked to GM corporate and they are only willing to rebate 20% of the cost of this repair. I believe they should pay for the entire repair since this is a known problem for all these vehicles in this class. Please help me to get GM to understand this and fix this known problem.
- 12/09/2024· POWER TRAIN
The specific issue that is being recalled is malfunctioning on my vehicle. I have taken to the dealership but they won’t help because the solution hasn’t been identified. My truck has suffered repeated failures resulting in excessive wear and tear on the transmission. I’m afraid a catastrophic failure will occur if I have to keep driving, without a solution. The dealer simply cleared the code. They should replace the part that is failing at a minimum. Even if it might happen again down the road. They will have a solution by then.
- 12/09/2023· FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
While driving the engine jumps/jerks then goes back to normal, it continuously happens every 3-5 minutes while driving. A friend had his exact issue with exact make model year vehicle and it ended up being the gas sensor. Please look into this issue for this vehicle. Our local dealer will not fix it because the sensor doesn’t show the issue but that is the issue. The dealer knows it does it but won’t fix it.
- 12/09/2020· STEERING,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
TRAVELING AT ABOUT 75-80MPH, ON A HIGHWAY, - BRAKES ENGAGED, SLOWING VEHICLE BY ABOUT 15MPH CAUSING THE TRUCK TO JERK AS IF IT MISSED A GEAR. "SERVICE ESC" DIAGLOGUE, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON.
- 12/09/2020· POWER TRAIN
IM GETTING A HARD CLUNK SOUND WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE. IT JUST STARTED HAPPENING AND ITS NOT FREQUENT ENOUGH TO TAKE IT IN TO REPLICATE.
- 12/08/2025· STEERING
Sudden intermittent loss of power steering, issue confirmed by Chevy Dealership. No warning lights were displayed.
- 12/08/2023· ENGINE
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the engine misfired and the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the engine springs and rocker arms were bent. The contact replaced the lifters due to the failure. The manufacturer and the dealer were notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
- 12/08/2022· SERVICE BRAKES
Brake system failure. While driving vehicle, brake system and traction control stopped working. Vehicle was then limited to 62 MPH. Almost no braking available and pedal needed to be pushed very hardly to the floor.
- 12/07/2024· VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dealership attempting to sell a vehicle with an open recall was more than prepared to let me drive and potentially sell a vehicle with a recall open causing the rear tires to randomly lock up. Made problem known to salesman and said they'd take it off the market. Now, they lowered the price by $2600 as it was previously listed at $25,571, now listed at $22,971. Listing still not down.
- 12/07/2020· UNKNOWN OR OTHERFire
MY NEW 2020 CHEVY SILVERADO TRAIL BOSS TRUCK BURNED DOWN IN MY FRONT YARD. I HAD DRIVEN IT THAT MORNING FOR A SHORT DURATION AND IT WAS OPERATING NORMAL. I ARRIVED HOME AROUND 1:30PM, PARKED IT AND AWOKE TO IT FULLY ENGULFED IN FLAMES JUST BEFORE MIDNIGHT. THE TRUCK HAD BEEN PARKED FOR APPROXIMATELY 10 HOURS BEFORE IT IGNITED.
- 12/05/2025· POWER TRAIN
Transmission, would lock up for no apparent reason . At random speeds, they continue as if nothing was wrong. Took to dealership, couldn't get to it for a week. End up at a transmission shop said it through some code. required rebuilding the transmission . 88,000 miles on truck. From time of first incident to first shop visit one week. Same transmission in similar trucks is under recall but this vin# is not.