Chevrolet Silverado Classic Problems by Year
NHTSA has 31 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet Silverado Classic, across 4 model years (2004–2007). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (24). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes.
Chevrolet Silverado Classic years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Silverado Classic year: 2007. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 Silverado Classic: 24 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2006 Silverado Classic: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2005 Silverado Classic: 3 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 Classic problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 12 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chevrolet Silverado Classic model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Silverado Classic | 24 | 0 | — | Service Brakes | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2006 Silverado Classic | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2005 Silverado Classic | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2004 Silverado Classic | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Silverado Classic years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2007 (24) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Silverado Classic 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 Classic?
Service Brakes, with 12 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Silverado Classic have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.