Silverado HD (4th)
Engine Reliability Ratings
L5P - DI, DURAMAX, GEN 5, VAR. 1
6.6L 8-cyl TurboView details
Complaint Breakdown
Known Issues
L8T
6.6L 8-cylView details
Complaint Breakdown
Known Issues
5 additional engine variants with fewer than 10 complaints not shown.
Battery & Propulsion Reliability
Battery Electric (BEV)
Battery & propulsion complaint analysis for the 2020-2025 Chevrolet Silverado HD
That's below the typical rate for BEVs in this dataset (median 5.5 per year). Battery & propulsion complaints are lower than peer average for this category.
What kind of battery complaint?
Among the 1 battery-related complaints, here's the type mix. These percentages describe what the complaints are about — not how reliable the vehicle is overall.
Low-voltage battery deaths, common on EVs and hybrids that use a 12V for accessories.
Battery & propulsion recalls (1)
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 and 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 trucks. One of the driveshaft joints may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate while the vehicle is moving.
Consequence: If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
Sample complaint excerpts
12V Auxiliary Battery
- [2024] Email Subject I am reporting a serious safety-related defect involving sudden and complete vehicle shutdown while driving in a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST. Component/System Involved: The failure appears related to the 12-volt electrical system and associated vehicle control electronics. When the vehicle detects the 12V battery as dead or critically low, it immediately disables propulsion and
Source: classified from NHTSA complaint and recall data. "Battery-related" includes high-voltage propulsion battery, charging system, hybrid drivetrain, electric propulsion, regenerative braking, 12V auxiliary battery, and thermal-event complaints. Other complaints (suspension, steering, brakes, infotainment) appear in the engine and vehicle-level sections. Rates are absolute counts, not normalized per-VIN — high-volume models naturally produce more raw complaints than low-volume ones. Self-reported death and injury counts are capped per complaint to limit form abuse.
Vehicle-Level Issues
These issues affect the Chevrolet Silverado HD regardless of engine variant.
All Generations
Alternatives in Heavy-Duty Truck
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2020-2025 Chevrolet Silverado HD problems?
The 2020-2025 Chevrolet Silverado HD has accumulated 592 NHTSA complaints. The most frequently reported problem areas are Transmission, Electrical System, Brakes. As with any used vehicle, a pre-purchase inspection and vehicle history report are recommended.
Which Chevrolet Silverado HD engine is most reliable?
The 2020-2025 Chevrolet Silverado HD was offered with 7 engine options. Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 6.6L 8-cyl has the lowest complaint density and is considered the most reliable choice for buyers.
Is the 2020-2025 Chevrolet Silverado HD a good used car?
The 2020-2025 Chevrolet Silverado HD can be a solid used car purchase depending on trim, mileage, and maintenance history. With 592 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 2020-2025 Chevrolet Silverado HD have?
The 2020-2025 Chevrolet Silverado HD has 592 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 2020-2025 Chevrolet Silverado HD?
There are 0 NHTSA recalls affecting some 2020-2025 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 Transmission, Electrical System, Brakes, 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 2020-2025 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. 592 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: high. Last updated: 2026-04-07.