Owners have reported 6 crashes, 5 fires and 3 injuries to NHTSA for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado. These are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defect rates.
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POWER TRAIN
Owners report several powertrain issues with the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado, primarily involving transmission failures and engine problems. Complaints frequently mention symptoms such as sudden loss of power, stalling, rough shifting, and unexpected downshifting, often accompanied by check engine lights and warning messages. These issues typically arise around 15,000 to 35,000 miles, with some occurring as early as 900 miles after repairs. Safety implications include instances of vehicles stalling in traffic, losing propulsion on highways, and rear wheels locking unexpectedly, posing risks of collisions and loss of control. Potential buyers should be aware of these recurring issues and their associated safety risks when considering this vehicle.
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ENGINE
Owners report frequent engine failures in the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado, particularly involving the 6.2L engine. Complaints frequently mention sudden engine stalls, loss of propulsion, and engine seizures, often occurring without warning and sometimes while driving at high speeds. Typical symptoms include engine rattling, low oil levels, and misfires, with some reports indicating issues as early as 1,000 miles after a recall inspection. Safety implications include loss of control and inability to restart the vehicle, with one report involving a fire. Buyers should be aware of these issues, especially in models with the L87 engine, and consider the potential for significant repair needs.
Severity signals: 0 crash, 1 fire, 0 injury reports
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owners of the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado frequently report issues with the vehicle's electrical system, particularly involving the tailgate and instrument cluster. Complaints often describe the tailgate opening unintentionally, sometimes while driving, which has led to at least one crash. Additionally, multiple owners mention the instrument cluster failing, displaying a black screen, or the vehicle shutting off unexpectedly, sometimes accompanied by loss of power steering and brakes. These issues typically occur around 18,000 to 54,000 miles. Safety implications include the potential for vehicle control loss, as indicated by reports of brake and steering failures, and the risk of collision due to malfunctioning tailgates and non-functional cameras.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 1 fire, 0 injury reports
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Owners report several issues with the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado, notably involving the infotainment system, which frequently experiences audio cutouts and connectivity problems with Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth. Complaints commonly describe the vehicle unexpectedly shutting off or entering neutral while driving, with some incidents occurring at speeds of 35-40 mph, posing potential safety risks. Multiple reports highlight problems with the OnStar module becoming non-functional, leaving owners without access to navigation and emergency services. Additionally, two complaints involve fires, although specific details are limited. These issues appear across various mileage ranges, with some occurring as early as 19,000 miles.
Severity signals: 0 crash, 2 fire, 0 injury reports
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Owners of the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado frequently report engine and cooling system issues, with common symptoms including engine overheating, stalling, and abnormal noises such as ticking or knocking. Several complaints involve the engine failing to start or seizing, often accompanied by smoke or warning messages about high engine oil temperature. These issues often occur at mileages ranging from 18,000 to 66,410 miles. Safety implications include instances of engine stalling while driving, leading to loss of motive power and requiring towing. Buyers should be aware of potential ongoing issues with engine components and delays in recall repairs due to parts availability.
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SERVICE BRAKES
Owners of the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado frequently report issues with the service brakes, with symptoms including abnormal metal-to-metal sounds, increased braking distance, and brake pedal resistance. Complaints often describe these issues occurring around 11,000 to 29,000 miles. Two incidents involve crashes, with one resulting in an injury, highlighting significant safety implications. Additionally, there are reports of automatic emergency braking and other safety features failing to operate as intended, sometimes accompanied by warning lights. Buyers should be aware of these potential brake system malfunctions and the possibility of unresolved safety recalls.
Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports
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FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Owners of the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado report multiple issues related to the fuel/propulsion system. Common symptoms include sudden engine shutdowns while driving, often without warning, leading to loss of power steering and braking assist, as well as incidents of fuel leakage near the engine. These problems occur at various mileage points, with some as low as 2,500 miles and others around 14,000 miles. Safety implications are noted, such as the risk of accidents due to unexpected deceleration on highways and potential fire hazards from fuel leaks. Buyers should be aware of these issues, particularly if the vehicle is intended for towing or frequent highway use.
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Owners report several issues with the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado related to vehicle speed control. Complaints frequently mention unintended acceleration, often occurring when using cruise control or while performing low-speed maneuvers like parking. Some owners describe the cruise control engaging unexpectedly due to steering wheel control placement, leading to sudden acceleration. Another common issue is reduced engine power, with the vehicle capping speed at 55 MPH and overheating, particularly on highways. These problems typically occur at low mileages, around 2,000 to 9,000 miles, and pose safety risks, such as potential collisions and loss of control in challenging driving conditions.
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FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Owners report issues with the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado's forward collision avoidance system, particularly when using adaptive cruise control. Complaints frequently mention unexpected hard braking with no apparent obstacles, occurring in clear conditions and on highways, which has led to near-miss situations with vehicles behind. Two reports involve crashes where the system failed to disengage or incorrectly accelerated, resulting in rear-end collisions. These incidents typically occur during highway driving, often after prolonged use of the adaptive cruise control. Safety implications include potential accidents due to unexpected braking or acceleration, posing risks for drivers and surrounding traffic.
Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
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STEERING
Owners report several steering-related issues with the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado. Complaints frequently mention power steering failure, with symptoms including difficulty maneuvering the steering wheel and sudden loss of steering assist, leading to situations where the vehicle veers off course. One incident involved a crash and injury, highlighting potential safety risks. Another issue described is vehicle swaying or wobbling on grooved pavement, particularly when towing, which is attributed to tire selection. These issues appear at various mileages, with one case noting failure at approximately 16,000 miles. Buyers should be aware of these potential steering concerns when considering this model.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports
