Power Train Problems of Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - part 2

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the infotainment center intermittently went black, and there was water leaking into the vehicle through the top and lower center of the front windshield and the rear windshield. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where the rear windshield was replaced without a diagnostic being performed; however, the failures persisted. Additionally, the side view mirrors intermittently failed to unfold when starting the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph, white smoke emitted from the exhaust, the vehicle hesitated, and it lost power. The check engine warning light illuminated, along with "service electronic stability control", "trailer brake system", "steering assist reduced", "service brake assist", and "brake system failure" messages, and the vehicle failed to exceed 40 mph. The vehicle was towed to a second dealer, arcadia Chevrolet Buick (210 s brevard Ave, arcadia, FL 34266), where it was diagnosed that the lifter and torque converter had failed. The lifter and torque converter were replaced, and the system was flushed. Approximately 800 miles later, the engine failed again. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the torque converter and transmission had fractured. The torque converter and transmission were replaced; however, the warning lights and messages illuminated again, and the vehicle continued to hesitate when driven over 42 mph. After being parked for a few days, the warning lights were no longer illuminated and the mirrors opened, but the engine hesitation persisted. The vehicle was not further diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.

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The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, all warning lights illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that after several seconds, the vehicle was restarted and shifted into park(p). The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 300.

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 55-65 mph, a rattling sound was heard coming from the front passenger-side of the vehicle. No warning light illuminated; however, the contact noticed that the voltage levels were between 9 and 11 volts. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and filed a case. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.

The engine in my 2023 silverado zr2 (6. 2l l87 v8) failed. It is available for inspection at rick hendrick Chevrolet ([xxx]). On xxx at about 67,000 miles, and the days leading up to it, the truck repeatedly struggled to start due to metal on metal contact, almost leaving me and my family stranded multiple times. Driving the vehicle produced a loud rattling noise at 2200 to 2700 rpm, and felt unsafe to drive. Especially with my family. The problem was reproduced and confirmed to be an engine failure by the rick hendrick chevy dealership a week after being dropped off with an appointment. I have been told the engine needs to be replaced under the special coverage program (n252494003). The l87 recall inspection and oil change was completed on xxx also by rick hendrick chevy. There were not warning lights or other symptoms leading up to this engine failure. The symptoms of struggling to start and the ticking noise as 2200 to 2700 rpm started that weekend before I brought to dealership. They got progressively worse. Dealership has said I will receive a new engine under warranty but no timeline for completion. Additionally I have not been furnished with a service loaner or option for one. Leaving me with no vehicle to replace it. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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My head, my transmission in my Silverado 1500 6 speed has had rough shifting since I bought it had 29,000 miles on it. It also has been looked at for the rough and they said it was normal now at 100,000 miles by train ships out of gear while driving and coming to an idle at random spots, took it into a train shop westland transmission. They said I need all new transmission which I think this should've been fixed a long time ago with the rough shifting the recall and lawsuit needs to add the six speed trans to the eight speed intense speed that gm is officially getting served on.

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The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving 10 mph, the message “push start and shift to neutral to continue driving” was displayed. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The failure mileage was approximately 11,000.

While driving on the road, the transmission in my truck completly neutralized all the gears (meaning it just started revving and slowing down rapidly in the middle of the road with cars in front of and behind me). And almost got me hit by several cars. I got the vehicle towed to the chevy dealership it was bought from. The mechanics then confirmed the code was for a failed valve body in the trucks transmission. Which they had recalled in all the diesels but not gas engines.

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My truck suddenly stopped, received a message on the dashboard that said transmission hot. Idle engine. I was unable to remove my key. Minutes later it started up like nothing.

This vehicle is a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 featuring a 6. 2l v8 engine and a 10 speed transmission, currently at 58,136 miles. The vehicle was experiencing a severe shudder. An official gm technical assistance case (tac) engineering case was opened on July 30, 2026 confirming a verified dfm cylinder deactivation or valve train malfunction. However, on August 21, 2026 the dealership falsified the repair log by printing ‘concern not duplicated’ to the manufacturer, while physically installing an unapproved aftermarket range technology dfm eliminator module into the vehicle’s engine harness to artificially override the factory emissions and cylinder deactivation programming to mask the mechanical failure. This vehicle is part of the active NHTSA engineer analysis ea26005, and the manufacturer’s dealer network is actively using unapproved third party hardware shortcuts to evade mandatory warranty repairs before the vehicle’s 60,000 mile factory powertrain limit expires. I called gm to report and request a warranty freeze and regional field engineer to go to a different dealership and was told they can’t freeze a warranty because the tac was closed on August 28, 2026 as resolved even though it was not resolved.

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I experienced a crankshaft bearing failure while driving my 6. 2l v8 Chevrolet silverado on the highway / freeway. Thankfully I was able to exit highway / freeway to avoid a car collision due to loss of power. My truck was towed to a certified chevy dealer. This is a known issue for 2019-2026 6. 2l v8 l87 engines. The truck was previously inspected by a certified chevy dealer for prior l87 engine recall. It passed and they changed the oil type to 0w-40. Prior to this event, my truck was at the dealer for a low oil pressure issue / oil pan replacement. I picked it up from the dealer after the vehicle was repaired and drove it for about three days and then experienced the crankshaft bearing failure. No warning lamps illuminated prior to failure. My truck is currently at the dealer waiting for a new engine.

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"the transmission valve body is failing, causing the rear wheels to violently lock up while driving.

Shuddering at 25 to 50 mph, harsh shifts, hesitation.

The transmission has failed, it is a 2022 chevy silverado, which other VIN numbers have federal recalls regarding the same issue our truck is having. The truck locks in place while driving and then gives a jolt. The manufacturer has the vehicle who we bought it from. I also have been in touch with gm regarding this issue as well.

My husband was driving his 2021 chevy trailboss when it went into limp mode. It had to be towed to the dealership and it was uncovered that his truck was throwing out codes p0700 p2732 which is a known issue with this truck, resulting in internal valve body hydraulic failure. Since his vehicle is at 70k miles, and over the 60k, the dealer is pushing back and trying to say they don’t have to cover it. Gm states that we should pay and then submit a reimbursement form. This is a $3800 fix. This is not our responsibility and this is unsafe. This should be a safety recall for all vehicles of this make, model, and with this transmission. Additionally, he had to have his engine replaced on this truck (we bought it brand new in 2021) with only 10k miles on it. This truck should not be built anymore and anybody facing these issues should not be held liable for them. This is a manufacturing issue and it is only one company’s fault, general motors!.

45,000 mile 2022 chevy Silverado 1500 lt - vehicle began rough shifting, slipping gears, failing to engage into drive, and shuddering at constant acceleration. Transmission valve body failure and replacement needed - confirmed by certified chevy dealer. Awaiting receipt of warranty valve body from gm, but part has not been released by gm - estimate from dealer is 5+ weeks for receipt of the part based on recent experience with another customer requiring the same repair.

I own a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 that is jumping and jolting. There is currently a federal recall and the dealership is denying to fix it for free under recall because our VIN is not yet listed, despite the vehicle suffering from the exact transmission failure reported for the same year, make and model. This matches the exact parameters of safety recall n252516560. The vehicle is unsafe to drive.

Transmission failed at 38,000 miles. Downshifted violently while driving and couldn't keep up with the 35mph speed limit. Was luckily not on a highway or far from home. Dealership noted it's a common valve body issue in the transmission. No inspections, vehicle has a branded title (hail) and chevy claims no responsibility for the transmission failure. 0 warning signs or issues.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled while attempting to accelerate, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the rear wheels locked up due to the failure. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road but was unable to exceed 3 mph. The vehicle was restarted. There was a burning oil odor, but the contact was unsure if the odor was coming from the vehicle or another vehicle nearby. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, and dtc: p0700 (transmission control system) and p2714 (pressure control solenoid performance/stuck off) were retrieved. The contact was informed that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by phone, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA hotline for further assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 81,700.

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while attempting to make a left turn from a complete stop, the vehicle lost motive power while depressing the accelerator pedal and was stranded in the middle of traffic. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was placed in neutral(n) and pushed to the shoulder of the road. The contact's husband arrived at the scene and restarted the vehicle; however, while driving at low speeds, the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with metal shavings in the transmission. The dealer informed the contact that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the repair costs. The check engine warning light illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

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I just purchased this vehicle on xxx and on xxx, with less than 300 miles on it, we were in a parking garage at the galleria mall in [xxx]. While driving slowly uphill in the garage looking for a parking space, the vehicle suddenly went into neutral and the engine shutoff. After verifying all was well, I restarted the truck and continued to drive. It happened two more times with the same situation, low speed going uphill. I have not taken it to a chevy dealer yet for diagnostic as there were no lights like the check engine light and no codes presented. My onstar app reports that all is well and no issues, so I know it will not be something they can find when they try to pull the codes. I did a search on the internet for this issue and found others with the same problem, no known fix, and in one case the person was able to return the truck and they purchased a different truck from a different manufacturer. That gentleman said he did try to work with gm at the regional level with a service rep. He said something is causing the voltage to drop in lower gears, causing it to invoke a safety feature to stop the vehicle by going into neutral and shutting off the engine. On an incline, with no engine, the brakes become very hard to push and the vehicle could roll back. In a parking garage, that could mean rolling back into a person or another car. When it happens there are in internal codes that do not show up, but are wiped when you re-start. There are threads on reddit and in facebook groups that discuss this issue as well for further evidence. My purpose is to get this documented outside of gm, it seems like a niche problem, but one that could be dangerous in the right circumstances. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Had the motor replaced under recall / warranty at a certified chevy dealer. ~41k miles. 6. 2l l87. Graff chevy of chesterton indiana. After long lead times and getting the run around, the truck was "done". Picked it up and many things were still wrong/incorrect. They were able to take care of it. A day later, the truck died in the road. Towed to another graff dealer. 2 days later it was found to be a bad ground. Fixed. Fast forward ~3k miles later. The transmission went out and locked up on a main roadway. Towed to another dealer (west herr chevy orchard park NY). They found the root cause was due to transmission cooler lines coming loose from faulty installation during motor swap. There were also many other items found that were broken or loose under the hood of the vehicle from faulty workmanship. I am being told it is not covered under warranty because of the previous dealer's workmanship (graff indiana) I was able to get the truck put of the roadway and to a safe place, but this very well could've caused an accident, and I would like to document it.

I have a 2022 silverado ltd with the 6. 2. I purchased the truck about a month and a half ago the previous owner had the 40 weight oil recall completed prior to my purchase. I had the oil changed when it said 45 percent life remaining far before it was due a certified chevy dealer completed the oil change with the 40 weight correct oil. Well about 8 days ago I went out and started the truck and heard a clunk sound like a failing starter would make. So later that day I notice a ticking noise as well as a chirping noise. Coming from engine bay. I made note of it. Ever since the noise began I have kept close eyes on it the ticking and chirping rise and fall when I give it gas. Yesterday when I started it the clunk noise happened but this time I felt a shudder or stutter I looked at the rpms and they didn't move at all with the shudder. I have an appointment Monday morning to take it to the dealer I looked into the recall for the thicker oil. And learned that this motor is pretty much junk and multiple issues I haven't driven it since yesterday because the issues I'm having correspond with complete engine failure at any point and I do not want to be on the highway and it happen that would put me and other motorist at risk injury. There has been no warning lights no engine light just the initial clunk the first time and since that it's just been getting worse.

My truck has been shuttering when accelerating and hard shifts periodically. The engine is also tapping. I have right at 74000 miles. Regular oil changes and maintenances.

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I was driving my 2019 chevy silverado trailboss with 81,000 miles at 65mph on I-80 east in omaha, ne, when 3 warning lights came on. The first was the service parking brake. The second was service esc. The final was a flashing check engine light. My truck started backfiring/misfiring, making a loud ticking noise, and running extremely rough. I was trying to merge off the interstate, but it was running so rough that it made it very difficult to do so safely. Eventually, I just had to finish going where I was headed and park it in the lot. I did some research and called my local shop. They said to stop driving immediately and have it towed to them for inspection. They used a diagnostic tool and diagnosed the issue as a dfm lifter failure. But they could not fix it there and recommended I take it to a different shop. I had it towed again, and they did their own diagnostics and have the same idea, but without taking the engine completely apart, they can't tell for sure. They want to charge me $1,250. 00 to inspect it further. I called the dealer where I purchased the truck back in 2019 and am working with them on next steps. The last shop quoted me $7,800 repair if it is indeed the dfm lifters. Based on what I know, this is a known issue with these trucks. Gm has an "out of warranty policy assistance" in place just for these know lifter issues. This is very concerning that gm hasn't done a recall on these parts as it has shown to be a safety issue when driving the vehicle in traffic on the interstate. I just hope that gm assists me with the repair costs because it is not guaranteed and I cannot afford $7,800 right now.

Vehicle bucks upon acceleration in the rear end. Dealer recommends replacing the transmission.

2021 silverado engine failure. Yes it was inspected by a dealership and my extended warranty company and serviced by the dealership. Back on August 5th I experienced a misfire cylinder 3 and felt loss of power. On August 7th the dealership diagnosed both camshafts, 1 lifter, 1 valve, and 1 fuel injector was damaged and never received at warning lights or messages on the dashboard. I was without the vehicle for 39 days and within 10 hrs after picking up the truck I got an engine light on and several new codes on it and can not be driven and being towed. I feel these engines need a recall as it is well documented that these engines go between 60 and 80,000 miles and some a lot less than that, mine has 70,800 and went and now being towed with in less than 24 hrs after engine repair. I will be in contact with a lawyer to follow up on this matter.

Third transmission failure in 10 months on this vehicle (8-speed automatic). (1) oct 2025, 67,885 miles: transmission shuddering; dealer replaced the complete transmission with a gm remanufactured unit under extended warranty (ro 240481, nucar lannan Chevrolet of woburn, MA). (2) Jul 2026, 82,439 miles: vehicle would not shift on the highway while driving; dtc p2824 stored; dealer replaced the transmission valve body under warranty (ro 248929). (3) Aug 3, 2026, approx. 82,500 miles — three days after the valve body repair was returned to me — the transmission locked up and the vehicle would not shift gears while in traffic. Loss of gear engagement while driving creates risk of a crash from sudden loss of propulsion. Vehicle is back at the dealership now for the third repair. This vehicle's 8-speed transmission (8l90/8l45 family) is the subject of known shudder/valve-body defect litigation covering 2015–2019 silverado models.

From a stop during fast acceleration made a left turn and rear section or rear axle sounded like it went over a speed bump or wheels locked up, then transmission felt like it was in high gear, did not want to move , or very slowly , I accelerated rpm was 2k or 3k still moving very slowly, this was in heavy traffic. I notice that check engine light went on with tc, parking brake service , some pad lock ( dont know what the ped lock is). 2nd time this happen the parking light service light went on and the brakes locked up again in traffic. 0.

In reference to 2024 Chevrolet pickup, 6. 2l engine, 10 speed transmission. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. I believe the transmission is going into "partial lock-up" at full/highway speed. When traveling on highway with cruise control engaged, the vehicle suddenly acts as though the brakes are being strongly applied, slowing the vehicle at a very rapid rate, down as low as about 40 mph. The vehicle slows quickly enough that the driver and passengers are thrown forward to the extent allowed by the seat/safety belts. The issue terminates itself at various times. The vehicle has been inspected by gm mechanics several times, but they cannot find the problem. There were no warning lamps, messages, service engine lights, etc. This has occurred on at least five (5) different occasions. The first occasion was at approximately 7000 odometer miles. The vehicle now has 25,100 miles. All incidents have been reported to gm dealership mechanics.

Special coverage program" (n242454441 while driving, the vehicle experienced sudden, severe shifting issues and entered a dangerous transmission "limp mode" severely limiting vehicle speed and power in live traffic. An obd-ii diagnostic scan retrieved active trouble code p0747 (pressure control solenoid 'a' stuck on). This indicates a well-documented mechanical defect in the transmission valve body covered under gm special coverage program n242454441. [1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8] upon contacting my local Chevrolet dealership service department, I was informed that due to catastrophic backlog and part constraints, the dealership cannot physically scan or diagnose the vehicle for six months. The manufacturer's network is actively failing to provide a timely safety remedy for a known powertrain defect, leaving a hazardous, malfunctioning vehicle on the road without a resolution or substitute transportation.

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the transmission upshifted as intended; however, the vehicle then suddenly downshifted to a lower gear. No warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the failure worsened and jolted the occupants inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed; however, no cause for the failure was found. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 47,278.

Around 60k miles my truck started shifting rough and at odd times. Then it went into “limp” mode. I took it to the dealership and they replaced my battery and a solenoid. I asked about the transmission and they told me it was because it was in “limp mode”. I’ve continued to have issues with it then a couple of months ago while driving to work at around 60mph the truck harshly downshifted into a low gear causing the rear tires to break loose on the wet roads and sending me into an extended spin. I had the truck towed home and then to the local dealership. After researching, I have found that this is very common with the same vehicles in this year and that there are multiple recalls to address the issues. Unfortunately my VIN is not included. I believe the needed repairs and the associated costs should be gm’s responsibility under special coverages: n242454441 and n242454440-03.

While operating the vehicle, the front electric drive motor suffered a failure, triggering reduced propulsion warnings and rendering the primary electric powertrain inoperable. The vehicle was towed to an authorized gm dealership service center, where the defect was confirmed. To replace the failed front drive unit, technicians had to drop the front subframe cradle and completely dismantle the front suspension and steering assembly. During inspection of the disassembled components, severe mechanical galling and metal scoring were documented on the cast aluminum front steering knuckle mounting boss. Reinstalling suspension and steering hardware against structurally compromised, gouged aluminum presents a severe safety hazard of metal fatigue, stress fracture, or joint failure under dynamic loads. This vehicle is factory-rated to tow heavy loads. Dynamic cyclic forces transferred through a compromised front knuckle assembly—particularly when towing on a weight-distribution hitch—create an acute risk of structural failure and loss of directional control at highway speeds. The vehicle has remained grounded and out of service at the dealership for over 50 continuous days undergoing this high-voltage and chassis teardown.

Vehicle: 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, VIN [xxx] defect: transmission suddenly, violently downshifts from a high gear to a much lower gear with no driver input, at highway speed. Causes rpm spike, violent jerking, check engine light, loss of vehicle control. Occurred 5 times. Not fixed despite 4 dealer repairs, 61 days out of service. 5/12/26 - 1st failure, 70+ mph on I-5, stuck in low gear. 5/14-6/8/26 - repair 1, bud clary Chevrolet: valve body solenoid replaced. 6/13/26 - 2nd failure days later, hwy 12 (no cell service), spouse + [xxx] infant in vehicle, forced to keep driving to reach safety. 6/13-6/17/26 - repair 2, harvest Chevrolet: same fault codes; valve body connector found loose. 6/17/26 - 3rd failure, same day picked up, same [xxx] location. 6/19-6/26/26 - repair 3, [xxx] Chevrolet diagnosed by TSB#25-na-301: wiring found chafed/pinched. Dealer's own paperwork says cause of fault codes could not be determined. I requested full internal transmission inspection; declined. 6/26/26 - 4th failure, same day picked up, ~100 mi later, [xxx] [xxx], family in vehicle. Dealer denied promised tow after 4-hr wait; transport arranged. 7/1-7/17/26 - repair 4, [xxx]: gm's national technical assistance center directed wiring circuit replacement (gmtac case #xxx). Again requested internal inspection; again declined. Service tech said gm engineering was dictating repairs and I'd "just need to drive it until it fails again. " 7/20/26 - 5th failure: xxx near mile marker 24 (kalama/woodland, wa), ~75 mph, [xxx] in vehicle. Uncommanded downshift nearly forced my truck into an adjacent semi-truck. Same day picked up from repair 4. Summary: code p0776 present at every repair; p0716/p0717 recur. 4 fixes attempted, none resolved it. Internal inspection requested twice, denied twice. Near-collisions xxx and xxx. Infant in vehicle for 2 incidents. 2nd owner; active gm powertrain warranty through xxx. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Vehicle: 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4x4 lt (5. 3l v8 engine) component: engine (piston rings, lifters, and motor assembly) / powertrain component availability: yes, the failed components/vehicle are available for inspection upon request. What happened and safety risk: while operating the vehicle on prince street in clovis, nm, the engine suddenly began knocking violently without any prior warning or symptoms. Immediately following the mechanical failure, dashboard warning lights illuminated (including the check engine light, abs, and traction control) and the vehicle dropped into "reduced engine power" mode. This caused an immediate and hazardous loss of acceleration on an active roadway, forcing an emergency maneuver to navigate out of traffic and pull over safely. This sudden powertrain failure poses an unreasonable and severe safety risk to the driver and surrounding traffic. Confirmation and inspections: the mechanical failure has been confirmed and diagnosed by hamilton chevy in portales, new mexico, and sanders repair services in portales, new mexico. The vehicle and components have not been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives. There were no warning lamps, messages, or symptoms of any kind prior to the sudden failure.