Chevrolet

Silverado HD (2nd)

2007-2014 · Heavy-Duty Truck · 11 engines
Best Engine ⚠️ Caution (3.1)
1,903 NHTSA Complaints
0 Recalls
58 Fire Reports
129 Crash Reports
Includes data from: SILVERADO 2500SILVERADO 2500 CREW CABSILVERADO 2500 EXTENDED CABSILVERADO 2500 REGULAR CABSILVERADO 3500SILVERADO 3500 CREW CABSILVERADO 3500 EXTENDED CABSILVERADO 3500 REGULAR CAB
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Engine Reliability Ratings

LY5

5.3L 8-cyl
⚠️ Caution (3.1)
26 complaints 13.0 per year
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L96 - Flex Fuel: Gas/Ethanol, IRON

6.0L 8-cyl
Avoid (1.9)
55 complaints 7.2 per year Gasoline
2 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

brakes
12
electrical
10
safety systems
9
engine
8
wheels tires
5

Known Issues

Brakes Issues (12 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (10 complaints)
Safety Systems Issues (9 complaints)

LC9

5.3L 8-cyl
Avoid (1.8)
498 complaints 50.0 per year Gasoline
6 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

transmission
104
engine
99
electrical
81
body
77
safety systems
71

Known Issues

Transmission Issues (104 complaints)
Typical onset: 4,000–46,075 mi Est. repair: $221–$300 (12 reports)
Engine Issues (99 complaints)
Typical onset: 7,496–90,000 mi
Electrical System Issues (81 complaints)
Typical onset: 33,000–70,000 mi

LML

6.6L 8-cyl Turbo
Avoid (1.5)
255 complaints 59.2 per year Diesel
4 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

fuel system
59
safety systems
51
engine
37
transmission
29
other
29

Known Issues

Fuel System Issues (59 complaints)
Typical onset: 45,160–125,244 mi Est. repair: $1,600–$8,725 (11 reports)
Safety Systems Issues (51 complaints)
Engine Issues (37 complaints)
Est. repair: $900–$7,800 (6 reports)

L96

6.0L 8-cyl / 364 hp
Avoid (1.4)
212 complaints 18.4 per year Gasoline
11 fire reports 1 fatality
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Complaint Breakdown

safety systems
85
electrical
33
body
26
engine
25
transmission
22

Known Issues

Safety Systems Issues (85 complaints)
Electrical System Issues (33 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (26 complaints)
Typical onset: 73,500–153,145 mi

LMM

6.6L 8-cyl
Avoid (1.2)
111 complaints 27.8 per year Diesel
2 fire reports 3 fatalities
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Complaint Breakdown

safety systems
57
other
16
body
10
engine
10
fuel system
7

Known Issues

Safety Systems Issues (57 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (10 complaints)
Engine Issues (10 complaints)

L20

4.8L 8-cyl
Avoid (1.1)
160 complaints 33.2 per year Gasoline
8 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

electrical
40
other
30
body
28
brakes
26
transmission
24

Known Issues

Electrical System Issues (40 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (28 complaints)
Typical onset: 71,000–85,000 mi
Brakes Issues (26 complaints)

LMM - Direct Port Injection

6.6L 8-cyl
Avoid (1.1)
35 complaints 35.0 per year
1 fire report
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Complaint Breakdown

other
10
safety systems
6
body
5
brakes
4
electrical
3

Known Issues

Safety Systems Issues (6 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (5 complaints)
Brakes Issues (4 complaints)

LV3 - VVT, Aluminum, E85 Max

4.3L 6-cyl
Avoid (1.0)
91 complaints 42.0 per year Gasoline
2 fatalities
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Complaint Breakdown

engine
19
body
14
steering
12
transmission
10
electrical
10

Known Issues

Engine Issues (19 complaints)
Body/Trim Issues (14 complaints)
Steering Issues (12 complaints)

L61/LBZ

2.2L 4-cyl
Avoid (1.0)
45 complaints 45.0 per year Gasoline
4 fire reports
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Complaint Breakdown

brakes
13
steering
10
transmission
10
electrical
6
fuel system
4

Known Issues

Brakes Issues (13 complaints)
Steering Issues (10 complaints)
Transmission Issues (10 complaints)

7 additional engine variants with fewer than 10 complaints not shown.

Vehicle-Level Issues

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

Safety Systems Issues (331 complaints)
safety_systems critical
Electrical System Issues (239 complaints)
electrical critical
Body/Trim Issues (225 complaints)
body critical
Engine Issues (222 complaints)
engine critical
Transmission Issues (200 complaints)
transmission critical

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common 2007-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD problems?

The 2007-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD has accumulated 1,903 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Safety Systems, Electrical System, Body/Trim. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.

Which Chevrolet Silverado HD engine is most reliable?

The 2007-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD was offered with 18 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 2007-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD a good used car?

The 2007-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 1,903 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 2007-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD have?

The 2007-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD has 1,903 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 2007-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD?

There are 0 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2007-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD 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 HD?

Before buying a used Chevrolet Silverado HD, verify all open recalls are completed via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool. Pay particular attention to Safety Systems, Electrical System, Body/Trim, 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.

Does the Silverado HD have NHTSA crash test ratings?

NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2007-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 1,903 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-07.

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