Electrical System Problems of Chevrolet Silverado 2500

Chevrolet Silverado 2500 owners have reported 555 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 22 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (340 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's instrument panel (115 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Chevrolet Silverado 2500

The Electrical System problem

“shift to park” warning light appears even when vehicle is in park. Faulty solenoid in steering column.   Read details...

The Instrument Panel problem

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. While driving approximately 55 mph, the contact was pulled over for speeding. The contact stated that the gauge registered at 55; however, the police stated that he was clocked at 65 mph.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

Dash warning: check engine light, "engine power is reduced!" and traction control. Code reader results: p2138 (app) accelerator pedal position sensors - not plausible. Replaced with new oem part(s) - app, electrical throttle body and m15 fuse - which did not fix issues and now due to   Read details...

The Dashboard Failed problem

Randomly while driving, warning bells & lights flash, message in dic state service stabilitrak/traction control. Instrument cluster goes dead, a/c quits cooling & radio quits. If the vehicle is in motion it will continue to be drivable.   Read details...

The Integrated Trailer Brake Control problem

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that the trailer brake control module failed to operate as needed while hauling a trailer, causing the trailer to lose braking capability.   Read details...




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