Model year record
2017 Chevrolet Silverado recalls & problems
The 2017 Chevrolet Silverado has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA, and 125 owner complaints. The most-reported problem area is power train (34 complaints).
Safety recalls
No safety recalls have been filed for the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado.
Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.
Fuel economy
Silverado 15 Hybrid 2WD Hybrid
| City / highway | 18 / 24 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
5.3 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel
Silverado C15 2WD FFV
| City / highway | 18 / 24 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
4.3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel
Silverado C15 2WD
| City / highway | 16 / 23 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
5.3 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel
Silverado K15 4WD FFV
| City / highway | 17 / 22 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
4.3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel
Silverado C15 2WD FFV
| City / highway | 16 / 23 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
5.3 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel
Silverado 15 Hybrid 4WD Hybrid
| City / highway | 16 / 21 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
5.3 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel
Silverado K15 4WD
| City / highway | 16 / 22 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
5.3 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel
Silverado K15 4WD FFV
| City / highway | 16 / 22 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
5.3 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel
Silverado C15 2WD
| City / highway | 16 / 22 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
5.3 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,700/year to fuel
Silverado C15 2WD
| City / highway | 15 / 21 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
6.2 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $3,950/year to fuel
Silverado K15 4WD
| City / highway | 15 / 20 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
6.2 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,950/year to fuel
Silverado K15 4WD
| City / highway | 15 / 20 mpg |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
5.3 L · 8 cyl · Automatic 8-spd · 4-Wheel Drive · about $3,950/year to fuel
EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.
What owners report
| Problem area | Complaints | Typical mileage* |
|---|---|---|
| Power trainDriveline › Driveshaft; Driveline › Differential unit | 34 | 33,000 mi |
| Service brakes | 31 | 41,000 mi |
| Engine | 16 | 17,000 mi |
| Unknown or other | 11 | 1,010 mi |
| Electrical systemStarter assembly | 10 | 34,000 mi |
| Steering | 8 | 13,000 mi |
| Air bags | 6 | 44,000 mi |
| StructureBody | 6 | 3,000 mi |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 8,450 mi |
| Wheels | 5 | 3,000 mi |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 300 mi |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 4 | — |
*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.
Recent owner complaints
- Power train
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that when driving at various speeds, there were rattling and vibrating sensations coming from the vehicle. In addition, when driving at low speeds there was a thumping noise emitting from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the transmission needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was repaired however the failure persisted. The vehicle was returned to the dealer who reprogrammed and drained the transmission fluid. The dealer informed the contact that when draining the transmission, metal shavings were discovered and that it was common. The failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to a transmission…
- Power train
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated when the vehicle was started, there was a grinding noise coming from the engine and transmission area. The contact stated when driving the vehicle there was a hard shift when shifting gears. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who performed a diagnostic stating the transmission failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 89,900.
- Power train › Driveline › DriveshaftFire
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle made grinding sounds. The contact pulled over on the side of the roadway. Upon inspection, the contact noticed flames coming from the rear differential, and the driveshaft had detached. The contact extinguished the flames with bottled water. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the rear axle had detached and the driveshaft had struck the transfer case. The contact was informed that the rear end and transfer case needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The…
- Engine
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shut off and the entire instrument panel started flickering. In addition, the wheel would independently turn itself. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a lot. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulicCrash
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, the braking system suddenly failed causing the brake pedal to become extremely hard to press and the vehicle would not immediately stop. As a result, the contact crashed into a utility pole. During the incident, no injuries were reported and no police report was filed. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The contact indicated that the vehicle was previously serviced under the NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V761000(Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact indicated that the vehicle had…
- Steering
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and turning, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 91,000.
- Engine
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled, and the gear shifter became inoperable. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 92,564.
- Service brakesCrash1 injury
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V761000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics, Service Brakes, Electronic Stability Control). The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to reduce speed and stop immediately, which caused the contact to rear-end another vehicle. The contact sustained injuries and received medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow shop. The vehicle has not been deemed totaled. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made…
Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.