Chevrolet Silverado 3500 owners have reported 91 power train related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 17 most common power train problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's power train (62 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's automatic transmission control module (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
We were pulling a 5th wheel camper on the highway at 62 mph. We experienced a series of sudden breaking sensations. Engine rpms did not change during these events. We had been traveling for 45 minutes and decided to cancel our camping trip and return home because we were afraid of getting stranded Read details...
The sudden rear wheel lock up recall that gm has released for the 2020+ silverado's with the 10-speed transmission does not go far enough. The recall simply reprograms the pcm to alert the driver 10,000 miles prior to the valve in the valve body failing, puts the vehicle into limp mode, and Read details...
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that transmission fluid was leaking from the vehicle. The contact replaced both transmission lines at there expense. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that that they were unwilling to repair the failure. Read details...
Truck had a vibration in 4wd when accelerating since purchased new in September 2018. Found excessive metal on transfer case magnetic drain plug. After several warranty visits to multiple dealership service departments that denied any warranty issue existed, I paid out of pocket to have a reputable Read details...
Valve body failure. Truck is 6 months old. Just hit 37000 miles. Engine brake disengaged, check engine light, trailering option disabled, and would not shift out of 1st gear. Towed to dealership to be told valve body failed. Replacement part has been ordered and no eta on availability. Read details...