Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD Problems by Year
NHTSA has 182 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD, across 5 model years (2001–2005). The 2003 model year has the most complaints (101). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Silverado 1500 HD year: 2003. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2003 Silverado 1500 HD: 101 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2005 Silverado 1500 HD: 26 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2002 Silverado 1500 HD: 22 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 52 | 5 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 43 | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 37 | 5 | 0 |
| Steering | 16 | 4 | 1 |
| Power Train | 12 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 8 | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Silverado 1500 HD | 26 | 0 | — | Electrical System | More complaints than other years |
| 2004 Silverado 1500 HD | 17 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2003 Silverado 1500 HD | 101 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2002 Silverado 1500 HD | 22 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2001 Silverado 1500 HD | 16 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | Fewer complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2003 (101) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Silverado 1500 HD year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD?
Service Brakes, with 52 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.