Chevrolet

Silverado 1500 (T1XX)

2019-2025 · Full-Size Truck · 11 engines
Best Engine Recommended (4.6)
4,745 NHTSA Complaints
0 Recalls
50 Fire Reports
110 Crash Reports

Engine Reliability Comparison

L8T

6.6L 8-cyl
Recommended (4.6)
5 complaints 2.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

exterior
2
transmission
1
brakes
1
engine
1
electrical
1

Known Issues

Exterior Issues (2 complaints)
Transmission Issues (1 complaints)
Brakes Issues (1 complaints)

Also found in

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LV3 - GEN 5, SIDI, VVT, OHV, E85 MAX ALUM

4.3L 6-cyl
Recommended (4.6)
4 complaints 2.0 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
2
body
2

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (2 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (2 complaints)

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CHEVROLET Silverado 1500 (2019-2025)

L59

5.3L 8-cyl
Recommended (4.6)
4 complaints 2.0 per year Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV)
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
2
cooling
2
body
2

Known Issues

Engine Issues (2 complaints)
Cooling System Issues (2 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (2 complaints)

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XRJ + ETN

Recommended (3.7)
36 complaints 10.5 per year Electric
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
15
other
10
body
7
safety systems
5
exterior
4

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (15 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (7 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (5 complaints)

Also found in

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L5P - DI, DURAMAX, GEN 5, VAR. 1

6.6L 8-cyl Turbo
⚠️ Caution (2.9)
15 complaints 2.7 per year Diesel
2 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
5
body
4
electrical
3
transmission
3
brakes
2

Known Issues

Engine Issues (5 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (4 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (3 complaints)

Also found in

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LV3 - GEN 5, SIDI, VVT, E85 MAX, ALUM

4.3L 6-cyl
⚠️ Caution (2.8)
167 complaints 55.7 per year Gasoline
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Complaint Breakdown

transmission
45
engine
40
electrical
39
brakes
26
other
16

Known Issues

Transmission Issues (45 complaints)
Engine Issues (40 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (39 complaints)

Also found in

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L87

6.2L 8-cyl
⚠️ Caution (2.5)
1,043 complaints 93.0 per year Gasoline
2 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
772
transmission
182
cooling
118
electrical
107
brakes
60

Known Issues

Engine Issues (772 complaints)
Transmission Issues (182 complaints)
Cooling System Issues (118 complaints)

Also found in

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LZ0

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo
Avoid (1.9)
128 complaints 32.0 per year Diesel
3 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
47
transmission
38
electrical
20
other
16
fuel system
15

Known Issues

Engine Issues (47 complaints)
Transmission Issues (38 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (20 complaints)

Also found in

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LM2 - CRI, VGT, ALUM

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo
Avoid (1.7)
265 complaints 50.0 per year Diesel
6 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
85
transmission
80
electrical
67
brakes
40
fuel system
24

Known Issues

Engine Issues (85 complaints)
Transmission Issues (80 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (67 complaints)

Also found in

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L84 - DI, DFM, ALUM, GEN 5, VAR 2

5.3L 8-cyl
Avoid (1.3)
2,516 complaints 474.0 per year Gasoline
23 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

transmission
828
engine
699
electrical
574
brakes
449
steering
194

Known Issues

Transmission Issues (828 complaints)
Engine Issues (699 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (574 complaints)

Also found in

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L3B - SIDI, VVT, ALUM

2.7L 4-cyl Turbo
Avoid (1.3)
458 complaints 63.2 per year Gasoline
13 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
162
transmission
156
electrical
111
brakes
62
fuel system
30

Known Issues

Engine Issues (162 complaints)
Transmission Issues (156 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (111 complaints)

Also found in

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Vehicle-Level Issues

These issues affect the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 regardless of engine variant.

Engine Issues (1,812 complaints)
engine critical
Transmission Issues (1,330 complaints)
transmission critical
Electrical System Issues (938 complaints)
electrical critical
Brakes Issues (638 complaints)
brakes critical
Steering Issues (194 complaints)
steering serious

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 problems?

The 2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has accumulated 4,745 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Engine, Transmission, Electrical System. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 engine is most reliable?

The 2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 was offered with 11 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 5.3L 8-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.

Is the 2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 a good used car?

The 2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 4,745 total NHTSA complaints on record, prospective buyers should review the known problem areas and check for open recalls before buying.

How many NHTSA complaints does the 2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have?

The 2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has 4,745 complaints filed with NHTSA as of our latest data pull. Complaint counts reflect owner-reported issues and do not necessarily indicate defects or safety risks on their own.

What recalls affect the 2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

There are 0 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles. Recall status varies by VIN — check the NHTSA recall database at recalls.nhtsa.dot.gov with your specific VIN to confirm which campaigns apply.

What should I check before buying a used Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

Before buying a used Chevrolet Silverado 1500, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Engine, Transmission, Electrical System, which are the most commonly reported problem areas. Request maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle, and run a vehicle history report to check for prior accidents or title issues.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 4,745 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-06.

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