Engine Cooling System Problems of Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owners have reported 33 problems related to engine cooling system (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chevrolet Silverado 1500 based on all problems reported for the Silverado 1500.

1 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 09/04/2025

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, there was a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment before the vehicle went into "limp mode" and decelerated to approximately 35 mph. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the local dealer, who diagnosed that the engine "crank shaft" had failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 165,000.

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2 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 08/23/2025

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, there was a chirping sound coming from the engine. A dealer was contacted. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road and waited for tow truck assistance. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then towed to the dealer the following day to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure had occurred at least two or three times per week. The contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 27,900.

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3 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 05/15/2025

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

4 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 05/15/2025

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

5 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 05/15/2025

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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6 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 05/12/2025

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact was notified of NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

7 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 05/07/2025

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle jerked and failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the engine seized. The check engine warning light was illuminated before the failure. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to midas, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel pump control unit had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 57,000.

8 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 05/01/2025

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was driven to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. No further information was available. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed of NHTSA action number: pe25001 (engine, engine and engine cooling). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 60,000.

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9 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 04/21/2025

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

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10 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 03/08/2025

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message “engine oil too hot” was displayed. While driving 60-70 mph, the vehicle lost motive power while driving uphill. The vehicle failed to shift into neutral. The contact went underneath the vehicle and removed the drive shaft. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA action number pe25001 (engine, engine, and engine cooling). The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that parts were on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 66,410.

11 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 10/15/2024

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph and depressing the accelerator pedal, the engine failed and shut off independently. An independent mechanic and dealer were contacted. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, and the contact was informed that the crankshaft had melted. The vehicle was then towed to dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the crankshaft had melted and there was a rod bearing failure. The engine was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact was referred to the NHTSA hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 76,000.

12 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 06/30/2024

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 65 mph, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine before the engine seized. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over immediately and attempted to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to restart. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there were metal fragments in the oil filter and that the engine and the starter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling) as a possible cause for the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 74,000.

13 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 01/19/2024

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power before the engine seized. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to restart. The contact stated there was an abnormal burning odor coming from the engine. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, that the rod bearings had failed and damaged the engine. The contact was advised that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the engine and battery were replaced. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while driving 70 mph, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power before the engine seized. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact towed the vehicle to another dealer. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired for the most recent failure. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 27,300. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

14 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 01/18/2024

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a popping sound coming from the engine compartment, and the vehicle decelerated unintendedly and started driving rough. The vehicle was driven to the local mechanic who diagnosed an engine cylinder misfire. The mechanic replaced the fuel injector and engine lifter, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that recently while driving, the same popping sound reoccurred, and the vehicle started to lose motive power. The vehicle was towed to the local mechanic who determined that the engine had failed. The exact cause of the engine failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA campaign number: 25v274000 (engine and engine cooling). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 42,239.

15 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 12/08/2020

I was driving up a hill at approx. 5 miles an hour, with coworker in vehicle. The transmission could not find a gear and the vehicle lost momentum and rolled backwards down the hill. I had to slam on my breaks before I hit another vehicle. We were at kaiser hospital assisting with the cooling towers of the hospital. I had to turn the vehicle off and then on, and slow make my way to the parking area. My coworker was extremely worried and felt the vehicle was unsafe, as did I. This problem has happened several times.

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16 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 05/13/2019

Tl the contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle shook and shimmied extensively. Also, the check engine indicator flashed while the vehicle was being driven. The vehicle was quickly maneuvered off the road. The vehicle was turned off and restarted. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and found two unknown diagnostic trouble codes. The contact was informed to check with the dealer. Keyes Chevrolet (5949 van nuys blvd, sherman oaks, CA 91401, (818) 933-3000) indicated that the vehicle was not under warranty or included in a recall. The dealer stated that the engine would need to be taken apart for further extensive diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v007000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not available.

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17 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 04/03/2016

Tranny, abs, cooling system, tailgate, etc. I bought the truck 2003 didn't exchange title until later recall when I first bought it under 50,000 mile warranty. I file an complain recall repair still having same problem. Sad thing my father is an retired employee in dallas location. Researched the recalls from previously and present same results. They have until 2 days to contact me @ 214-438-9575 in going to the warehouse and return the vehicle to the owner, cfo, ceo whomever and ask for a full refund or I'm filing an complaint and small clams for 30 yrs worth. Je.

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18 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 11/16/2015

Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving, the abs, service engine and the air bag warning lights flashed and then remained illuminated. The contact mentioned that prior to the failure being experienced, the dealer reset the unknown codes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was informed that the anti-lock brake system was disconnected and that there was an internal disconnection for the air bags to function properly. The mechanic advised the contact to have the vehicle diagnosed and repaired by the dealer. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 06v417000 (air bags), 06v289000 (engine and engine cooling), 05v043000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 04v045000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 186,502. Djr.

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19 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 07/21/2011

On July 21 my 2004 Chevrolet silverado overheated and had a sudden loss of power. The problem was a direct result of a cracked head that leaked all of the engine coolant into the oil pan. This defect is a known defect to gm per a technical service bulliten that was issued in 2007. The bulliten number is #06-06-01-019b and covers engines manufactured from 2001 to 2006. Chevrolet has offered to only replace the cracked heads which does not address the issue of the coolant that entered the oil system which can and will cause severe safety issues later in the vehicles life.

20 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 06/29/2011

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph he began to smell the odor of burning plastic and the fan stopped functioning. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostics. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the fan resister module needed to be replaced. The wiring harness, which was connected to the module, was also melted. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

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21 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 12/08/2010

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While reversing and attempting to brake, the pedal extended to the floorboard which caused the vehicle to crash. There were no injuries. The contact noticed brake fluid draining from under the driver seat. The brake line ruptured. Whenever the air conditioner was turned on, it blew hot air on the driver side and cold on the passenger side. The contact had to turn the vehicle off and back on to reset the problem. The vehicle was towed to a local repair shop but had not been inspected. The vehicle had previously been taken to an authorized dealer for a brake failure and the contact was informed that the problem was due to a lack of maintenance on his part. Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer had been notified. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

22 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 04/06/2010

The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The vehicle was parked outside of his residence. The contact observed that flames ignited from underneath the hood. The contact was able to extinguish the flames with a fire extinguisher and garden hose. There were damages to the vehicle and no injuries. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that there would be a response within a couple of days. The failure and current mileages were was 120,000.

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23 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 03/19/2010

Vehicle throws code p0128 (coolant temperature sensor). Fans run on high, loses power, check engine light comes on. It happens at random. We replaced sensor with a new gm one. . . But it did not help. Vehicle still having the same problem and is still throwing the same code.

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24 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 01/22/2010

There is a major problem with my '07 chevy Silverado 1500 z71 4dr pick-up. The truck has been eating it's own oil. It also had transmission leak due to defective part causing the vehicle to loose oil for no reason and there is no gm parts to fix the problem. This has happened twice and after investing alot of money and taking care of vehicle maintenance properly, I am truly upset and this is a serious problem.

25 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 01/20/2010

2006 Chevrolet silverado. Blower motor resistor shorts out and melts wires, have replaced twice - once a burning smell was noticed. The same problem happened with an 04 and an 05 silverado at my job. Despite fire hazard, inability to use defrost causes visibility problems.

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26 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 12/19/2009

I hear a high pitched whining noise under the hood. Varies with engine rpm, vehicle can be parked and you'll still hear it. Only happens in extreme cold situations, usually sub zero. I live in fairbanks. Other than the noise, vehicle operates just fine. It can be quite loud. This problem is intermittent. Haven't been able to make it to the dealership while it's happening. Dealership suggested changing the heat setting from floor/dash to just floor. That fixes it. Apparently this isn't enough info for them as they don't know what to fix. I wanted this on record in the event something broke just after it went out of warranty. Currently approaching 25k miles on the truck.

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27 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 05/10/2009

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the harness and resistor fan for the air condition were replaced three times, as it continued to burn out. The contact stated that the resistor fan caught on fire and smoke was seen coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the repair was $100 each time the failure occurred. The manufacturer was contacted who advised that the vehicle be taken to the dealer for a fee of $89 for them to inspect and replace the parts. The failure mileage was 67,000 and the current mileage was 89,000.

28 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 05/25/2008

Thermostat defective and replaced at 5-6,000 miles. Waterpump went at 40,000 miles. Parts were replaced by dealer. Water pump replaced by my mechanic at my cost. 40,000 miles seems like a low amount for a waterpump.

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29 Engine Cooling System problem of the 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 05/21/2008

The contact owns a 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the radiator, transmission, water pump and intake manifold gasket were replaced because of the dexcol anti-freeze the dealer used in the vehicle. The contact was told by the manufacturer that the anti-freeze was not compatible with the vehicle and that there had been issues with using the dexcol anti-freeze with their vehicles in the past. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 75,900.

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30 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 06/01/2007

Foul smell from air vents due to no replaceable cabin filter or accumulation of moisture in ducts or a/c coils.

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31 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 04/30/2007

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. At 4,000 miles the indicator light for the four wheel drive illuminated and stayed on for 2 to 3 days until it was repaired. At 11,000 miles the vehicle over heated, and the water pump had to be replaced. Under 20,000 miles the front brakes failed, and it was hard to stop the vehicle at a normal distance. On 04/30/2007 while driving 75 mph, the abs indicator light came on, an hour later the right front end of the truck shook and the engine shut off. The vehicle currently has 52,000 miles , and began failing at 4,000 miles.

32 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 02/10/2007

I have a 2005 chevy silverado crew cab 4 door with 48000 miles and I have noticed the transmission hesitating on take off . I have a keyless entry and sometimes my rear doors will not unlock with remote or door switches an I have to manually un lock them . I also notices last night in traffic with a/c off the temp got above 210 deg. F.

33 Engine Cooling System problem of the 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Failure Date: 05/01/2001

Cooling system plugged up on 1997 chevy w/t 4. 3 v6 dexcool took to dealer- flushed system- ruined truck (used coolant with gasoline from that point forward had to refill coolant constantly) I gave up on truck and traded it in. Amount of loss- paid 9000. 00- owned 13 months- got 4300. 00 for net trade. 4700. 00 loss.


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