Body problems of the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2013 silverado has sustained extensive corrosion damage to frame making vehicle unusable. Obviously, extremely widespread problem that gm has acknowledged was caused by improperly treated frames in a technical service bulletin but no recall has been forced upon them like was done to Toyota years ago for the exact same malfeasance. The truck was always cared for. Severe safety hazard being caused by gm’s poor choices.

I was sold a vehicle by a dealership with a completely unsafe frame. The frame is very rotted and has multiple holes and as well as a split open portion on the drivers side that extends down most of the frame. This issue was undisclosed by the dealer. There was also a discovery of rotted suspension components making the vehicle extremely dangerous to myself and others. Another undisclosed issue would be that this vehicles engine does not match the VIN number.

Main frame rails have rusted completely through on both sides. Inside by fuel tank. Many other gm owners have reported this issue online. Truck only has 136k and will not pass inspection. Known defect for the factory undercoating was dealer fixed three times prior to the 6 year warranty being expired. It was noted and fixed on the date of purchase in 2013.

Due to a failure to properly prepare the frame (gm service bulletin 19-na-255), the frame of my 2013 Chevrolet silverado has rusted and cracked due to the extensive rusting. I was made aware of this issue by my mechanic while repairing another unrelated issue. Had I not taken my vehicle in for service, I may not have been made aware and the damage could have gotten detrimental to safely operate. My vehicle only has 122,109 miles on it. This rusting jeopardizes the entire structure of my vehicle and all of the components attached to the frame. Gm is aware that this is an issue for model years 2011-2024 and has yet to recall the vehicles to remedy the problem.

The frame of my 2013 silverado has rusted through and the car is no longer safe to drive. It has 94k miles and is otherwise in perfect condition. Last year I had the cross members of the frame replaced because they were totally rotted through. My truck was the 24th chevy that amherst welding had repaired that year. I traded my 2000 silverado in 2013 to buy my current truck, and the frame on the 2000, was totally sound, and had a lot of life left in it at over 1000k. Toyota replaced the rusting frames on their trucks, and so should chevy. I could provide photos if necessary . . . I saw the rotted frame when the truck was on a lift.

An independent service center noted the integrity of my frame is compromised due to severe rust. The rear passenger side area of the frame near the gas tank is falling off and holes can be poked thru it. My safety is put at risk if I were to get in an accident or even minor collision. Potential for parts to abruptly break due to the rust/corrosion. No warning lamps or messages have appeared.

Truck failed inspection due to cracked frame and excessive rust.

I took my 2013 silverado to my local mechanic for an airconditioning repair. While the mechanic was checking the undercarriage he discovered the frame had cracked due to corrosion on the passenger side just behind the cab. My truck has 144k miles and I am apalled that this has happened so soon. This level of corrosion seems very advanced for a 11 year old truck with below average mileage.

The frame has completely rusted out and the vehicle is no longer roadworthy. Mechanic was shocked it didn’t snap while on the road. Only has 113k miles. Apparently this is a known major issue with these vehicles and costing owners thousands of dollars due to incorrect manufacturing of the frames. Please hold the manufacturer accountable for this defect before someone does get hurt.

I went to get a virginia inspection and found that the frame on both sides near the fuel tank was rusted completely through. The truck has no other rust spots anywhere.

The frame has rusted with holes and is flaking away. The local dealer would not take the truck on trade because of the extensive rust and liability of reselling it.

2013 silverado was in for a fuel leak, which turned out to be a rusted out fuel pump and gas line. However the mechanic found that the frame on either side of the gas tank was severely rusted and recomended to not do the repair because the truck was now worthless and would not pass a safety inspection. The truck has only 53500 miles and has been frequently washed underneath and stored mostly inside. A frame repair shop can weld a steel cap over the frame in the affected areas at a cost of over $2000. Seems like gm should bear some responsibility for such poor quality.

Frame of truck is completely rusted out, truck has only 88,000 miles. The body of the truck is in perfect condition with no rust but the frame is shot! this will be over 4,500 dollars to repair, this seems to be a common issue in the chevy and GMC trucks. I did see on a web site gm had issues on application of a wax sealer on the frames that was thought to be discoverd in 2020. I contacted chevy at 1-800-222-1020 call center and was told at this time it is out of warranty and thank you for being a valued chevy customer! I have never had a vehicle in my life of 63 years have a bad frame like this, my wife and I have had over 19 gm vehicles in our life but never a issue like this! these frames are worse than the toyata tacoma frames! 10 years old well maintained, frame is shot.

In June 2023 I was doing some minor work and inspection on my 2013 silverado, while under the truck looking for possible issues before taking a trip to colorado I noticed the frame had a hole in it, after further inspection of the complete frame and undercarriage I found holes all throughout the frame and also cracks in 2 locations. The truck had 85k, the body is solid, and in great condition, kept in a heated garage. In June I went to a Chevrolet dealer to have an air bag recall repair done, at that time the mechanic did a complete inspection of the undercarriage and never mentioned the safety issue with the rusting frame. I decided to go back to the dealer to question a possible frame recall, in my discussion with 3 service writers they assured me there was no recalls or safety bulletins regarding this. Being highly upset about the frame I started looking for possible issues on the frame. I found hundreds of complaints regarding rusting frames and safety incidents, and a service bulletin that came out in 2014 which has been revised to cover up to 2019 silverados. This bulletin stated the wax protection to prevent the frame from rusting was pealing off and should be repaired, the dealers were cleaning and sealing the rust locations as the bulletin stated. My complaint is, I never received a notice of the bulletin from gm. If I did I could have tried to take precautions to help prevent the rust from spreading. The chevy dealership said there was never any frame bulletin or recall. Now my truck is not reliable and definitely not safe! the body and mechanical parts are in great shape. It’s unbelievable that a $40,000 vehicle is unsafe to drive, 10 years old, 85k miles and now worth nothing due to the bad frame. Not sure, but if you have read some of these experiences with other owners, I think you would not want any of these on the road. Gm should be held accountable for knowing the frames are failing do to a sealer that wouldn’t stay on the frames.

On my 2013 chevy silverado with only 70000 miles I noticed a clunk noise when driving. After bringing it to the dealer I was told the frame was rusted beyond repair. It is not safe to drive at this point. The frame was treated with a wax coating by gm that basically covered the rust for years. It was only till now the wax coating is flaking off exposing holes in the frame. The rear shock mount is barely hanging on to the cross support which is crumbling away. After doing some research I found others silverado owners are experiencing the same thing. I was told by the dealer that it would cost $7000 to put a new frame on. They also told me gm doesn't make that frame anymore and they can't even find any salvage frames. I was planning on towing my travel trailer for many camping trips this year. I can't even imagine what might have happened if I'd never heard the clunk and took it out on the highway. I suspect there are numerous other drivers on the road that don't realize they have the same issue. How a 10 year old vehicle with only 70000 miles on it can have such a rusted out frame is beyond me. This is a junk frame rusted so bad it's a disaster waiting to happen.

Frame is starting to rust after 60,000 miles of being washed regularly. An investigation need to be performed to determine if many similar modles have this issue and issue a free frame replacement if its determined that the anti corrosion coating failed.

The vehicle is unsafe to operate around pedestrians and other roadside objects because of the poor visibility, especially at critical moments where visual confirmation is needed like crosswalks, intersections, and parking lots. The a pillars, side mirrors, and tall front profile, block the driver from visually confirming hazards and pedestrians at crosswalks and intersections. While driving, I made a right hand turn and attempted to park roadside. The vehicle was blocking my view of cement barriers placed in the parking space before mine, and the vehicle collided with the barriers. Also, many times I have had to stop just after entering an intersection to keep from hitting a pedestrian, because the vehicle blocked my view.

The frame of this vehicle is unsafely rusted out, this vehicle has low miles and frame should not have rusted out like it has.

Frame rusted and broke in 2 places!!!!!! 54,000 miles. No accident!!!!.

Frame already has holes from rust after only 8 years and was well kept and washed regularly. The vehicle also has about 85k miles.

Imy 2013 chevy z21 has started leaking sround the light on top and back light on the hood of the truck. I noticed wet spot on back part of headliner and some mold in the area. I have found where other people have said the same problem on their 2013 silverado, I can't found any recalls on this. I feel there needs tio be a recall from what I have found about this. . My 3 year old son rides in the backseat right where the leak is. And I'm afraid it could make him sick.

The driver door handle (both the interior or exterior handles) would not open the door when stopped. The repair shop showed me a small pot metal arm that broke inside the door panel and caused the problem. While not an issue by itself, if the auto was in an accident, this would not have allowed the driver to exit the vehicle, depending on the final resting position. Further adding to this is that the issue appeared for a day, then the door worked fine for 2 more days before becoming permanently non-functioning.

Truck was hit on front driver side by another vehicle. The frame was bent and the left side was also damaged. Airbags were released. Front tires were damaged. This occured on July 9, 2020. Insurance and repair company are trying to fix it with other parts. I was in motion on a side street and a speeding vehicle that I did not see hit me.

Tl-the contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet silverado. The contact stated the trailer break warning light illuminates. However, the vehicle did not have trailer breaks. The vehicle also had a flat spare tire. The vehicle was to towed to the lone star Chevrolet 18900 northwest fwy, jersey village, TX 77065 (844) 891-7243 where the vehicle is being diagnosed and a new module for the black box along with relays are being installed. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and they referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage 68,000. Jw.

Tl-the contact owns a 2013 chevy silverado. The contact stated that the door handle had broken for the second time. The vehicle was taken to the dealer jeff schmitt Chevrolet south 125 s gebhart church rd, miamisburg, OH 45342 (855) 529-1732 who stated that the repairs would done for a charge. The manufacturer was called and stated that the repair would be charged to the contact out of pocket. They offered a claim number to take to the dealer but did not inform the contact what the claim number was for. The failure mileage was 19,787. Tf.

Dash and airbag support system cracked in multiple areas. Posing a safety risk.

I take good care of my dash, I put a blanket over it and a sun visor to protect it from the sun. Yet, it still managed to get a crack. I believe it might be due to gm using cheap material or over tightening the dash. This had to happen on a very hot day when my truck was parked.

Right rear exterior door handle came loose, rarely use back doors went to open one day and it was loose. Then the drivers door handle broke a few months later.

The dashboard around the front passenger airbag is cracked. Unknown when it cracked.

I went to open my drivers side door inside and the handle snapped off in my hand ,I called my dealer and was told they would not cover this under my warranty, I took my truck to a body shop where the owner told me I would have to purchase the whole interior door panel of a list price of 430 dollars , he called a gm dealer to order the panel, and we were both told that this is a very common problem with this truck it is a defect in the manufacturing , and he told me to contact gm and they would help me out with this issue , I did e-mail Chevrolet , and on 12-31-2016, received a phone call from a very nice woman who told me iam covered under my extended warranty that I purchase for this repair , and that I would be hearing back from them on 1-3-2016, well I sure did hear back only instead of a reputable honest and caring company , that actually cares about the customer and would like to see the customer actually want to purchase more gm products, I got the goon squad , hired thugs, who job it is to try and deny all legitimate claims , is it gm policy to tell a customer they are covered , and then only to have some idiot to try and take that away ??? , this genius tries to tell me because a non gm shop made the repair , they will not cover the warranty, well genius !!! how can I take it to the dealer when they said no!!!, and iam a reasonable man , who would like to keep purchasing gm products , well sirs give me a reason that I would want to, and iam not asking for the cost of the labor, iam asking for the cost of a defected door handle panel, that I have read numerous complaints about on line , please google problems with this truck, iam waitin to hear back from you , thank you for your time , and iam hoping you will do the right thing ?.

On 7/14 am I had the Chevrolet dealer put 2 new tires and had an alignment done. We left on trip later that day and in a heavy rain storn near jacksonville, ar, without any warning the truck spun out of control on hwy 167s due to severe hydroplaning. The next day I looked at the tires and they were not the same tires as on the rear or as specified by gm. They should have been p245 and they were ms245. I recall when I first looked at the truck when we picked up at the Chevrolet garage that they did not look "new". They were dusty and dirty and did not have the "new tire stipling" that I have seen on other new tires that I have purchased. I later found out by goodyear that the tires should have been put on the rear of the vehicle. I have done a lot of driving in snow and rain and when I notice hydroplaning, I slow down. But in this accident there was no warning. When I first called the checrolet dealer they said that 245 euro tires were put on my truck and they were better than the p245 tires and to contact there lawyer. I think the tires they put on that they sold as new, were taken off of another vehicle and put on my truck . I asked them if they would show me the order, bill of lading, and packing slip ane again they referred me to their lawyer.

I have a safety issue that I'm not sure what steps I should take in resolving this. Here's what had happen: last Sunday 6-21-15, my husband and I was working in the garden and we heard a loud pop, approx. 30 feet from us was my truck and the passenger back window bowed out with breakage of glass. We were in shock! nothing was around the truck, birds, people, etc. . I took pictures before we did anything. I searched on the web and found this is a common problem (different types of vehicles). I would like to see if there is a investigation or recall on a situation like this. It concerns me because if I had been driving, my passengers (grand child) this would have been a dangerous situation plus the intense sound would had caused an accident. I'm not sure who would be responsible for this? could you please send me some feed back on what I can and can not do in resolving this. Thank you in advance. Sincerely, a concern citizen.

The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the dashboard was fractured in several positions, including over the front passenger side air bag. In the event of a crash, the air bag would not function as intended. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,000.