What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado?

Steering leads with 427 complaints, then the electrical system and brakes.

Does the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado have recalls?

Yes. The by-year facts show 19 recalls for this model year. See the Recalls section for the full list.

What is the gas mileage of the 2014 Silverado?

See the fuel economy section on this page for the EPA figures.

Is the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?

Owners report steering, electrical and brake trouble most often. Compare it with other years in the by-year section on this page.

2014 Chevrolet Silverado Problems, Recalls and MPG

Q: How many complaints does the 2014 Silverado have?

NHTSA has 1,560 owner complaints on file.

NHTSA has 1,560 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado^[1]. Steering is the group named most often, with 427 complaints^[2].

1,560owner complaints^[1]

19recalls^[3]

17–20MPG combined (EPA)^[4]

5★NHTSA overall rating^[5]

Problems
Recalls
Fuel economy
Safety
Engine and size
By year
Verdict
FAQ

Most reported problems

Here are the complaint groups owners name most often, biggest first.

Steering. 427 complaints^[2]. Owners describe a wheel that sticks and does not come back to center after a turn, shaking at highway speed, and a few stories of power assist cutting out.
Electrical System. 361 complaints^[6]. In the stories we read, owners describe gauges and lights going dark for a moment, a truck that would not crank, and driver assist features that work only some of the time.
Brakes. 290 complaints^[7]. Owners describe a pedal that feels weak, a truck that slows later than expected, and a shifter that did not seem to hold park.
Engine. 216 complaints^[8]. Owners describe stalling when shifting into reverse, surging power after a light press of the pedal, and smoke from the exhaust.
Unknown or other. 204 complaints^[9]. These reports do not point to one clear part.
Power train. 191 complaints^[10]. These cover the parts that send power to the wheels.
Electronic stability control. 166 complaints^[11]. These involve the system that helps keep the truck steady in a slide.
Structure. 106 complaints^[12]. These involve the body and frame of the truck.

Recalls

Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2014 Silverado is necessarily included.

Seat Belts › Front (21V245), April 2021. About 2,568 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[13]
Service Brakes (19V761), October 2019. About 652,967 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[14]
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum (19V645), September 2019. About 3,456,719 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[15]
Seat Belts › Pretensioner (17V437), July 2017. About 40,683 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[16]
Steering › Electric Power Assist System (17V414), June 2017. About 690,685 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, steering problems. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[17]
Seat Belts › Pretensioner (16V651), September 2016. About 3,640,162 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[18]
Seat Belts (16V209), April 2016. About 895,232 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, parts separating. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[19]
Equipment › Other › Labels (13V544), October 2015. About 1,808 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[20]
Electrical System › Ignition (15V640), October 2015. About 3,073 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, steering problems, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[21]
Electrical System (14V614), October 2014. About 106,307 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, stalling. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[22]
Seats (14V446), July 2014. About 124,007 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[23]
Power Train › Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive) (14V374), June 2014. About 392,459 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, reduced braking, the car rolling away. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[24]
Equipment (14V345), June 2014. About 184 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[25]
Electrical System › Software (14V301), June 2014. About 57,512 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, the car rolling away. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[26]
Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly (14V246), May 2014. About 477 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, loss of steering, steering problems, parts separating. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[27]
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Cooling Unit And Lines (14V152), March 2014. About 489,936 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[28]
Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System (14V007), January 2014. About 325,213 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[29]
Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint (13V488), October 2013. About 18,972 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[30]
Air Bags (13V315), July 2013. About 843 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[31]

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version	City / highway / combined MPG	Annual fuel cost
Silverado C15 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, Rear-Wheel Drive^[32]	16 / 23 / 19	$3,550
Silverado K15 4WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, 4-Wheel Drive^[33]	16 / 22 / 18	$3,700
Silverado C15 2WD, 4.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, Rear-Wheel Drive^[4]	18 / 23 / 20	$3,350
Silverado K15 4WD, 4.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, 4-Wheel Drive^[34]	17 / 22 / 19	$3,550
Silverado K15 4WD, 6.2L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive^[35]	14 / 20 / 17	$3,950

Safety ratings

Version	Overall	Frontal	Side	Rollover	Rollover risk
PU/RC 4WD^[5]	5	5	5	4	17.4%
PU/EC 4WD^[36]	5	5	5	4	17.4%
PU/CC 4WD^[37]	5	5	5	4	17.4%
PU/EC RWD^[38]	5	5	5	4	17.9%
PU/RC RWD^[39]	5	5	5	4	17.9%
PU/CC RWD^[40]	5	5	5	4	17.9%

Engine and size

These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.

Version	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight
SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB M/BOX 2WD^[41]	235 in	80 in	74 in	153 in	5,115 lb
SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB M/BOX 4X4^[42]	235 in	80 in	74 in	153 in	5,311 lb
SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB S/BOX 2WD^[43]	226 in	80 in	74 in	144 in	5,055 lb
SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB S/BOX 4X4^[44]	226 in	80 in	74 in	144 in	5,243 lb
SILVERADO 1500 DOUBLE CAB M/BOX 2WD^[45]	226 in	80 in	74 in	144 in	4,960 lb
SILVERADO 1500 DOUBLE CAB M/BOX 4X4^[46]	226 in	80 in	74 in	144 in	5,203 lb

How 2014 compares with other years

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Silverado model year. The 2014 is highlighted^[3].

Show the numbers

Model year	Complaints	Recalls
1999	2,247	5
2000	1,919	8
2001	1,344	4
2002	1,219	4
2003	1,500	6
2004	1,420	8
2005	844	8
2006	547	4
2007	1,056	3
2008	1,076	4
2009	520	3
2010	425	3
2011	638	6
2012	284	4
2013	365	5
2014	1,560	19
2015	1,186	18
2016	802	14
2017	839	7
2018	524	7
2019	1,096	10
2020	747	12
2021	847	8
2022	650	6
2023	388	3
2024	342	6
2025	120	1
2026	126	6

NHTSA's counts for the Silverado show 1,560 complaints and 19 recalls for 2014^[3]. Among the 28 model years listed, 25 have fewer complaints than 2014 and 2 have more^[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2025 (120) and the most are for 1999 (2,247)^[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2014 Silverado?

The 2014 Silverado has a large pile of owner complaints, 1,560 in all^[1]. Steering, electrical and brake reports lead the list^[2]^[6]^[7]. Some complaints mention crashes or fires, so these reports deserve a close look^[1]. These are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for how many trucks were sold^[1]. Check the recalls section and have a mechanic look over any truck you plan to buy.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado?: Steering leads with 427 complaints, then the electrical system and brakes^[2]^[6]^[7].
Does the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado have recalls?: Yes. The by-year facts show 19 recalls for this model year^[3]. See the Recalls section for the full list.
How many complaints does the 2014 Silverado have?: NHTSA has 1,560 owner complaints on file^[1].
What is the gas mileage of the 2014 Silverado?: See the fuel economy section on this page for the EPA figures.
Is the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?: Owners report steering, electrical and brake trouble most often^[2]^[6]^[7]. Compare it with other years in the by-year section on this page.

Keep exploring

Other model years of the Chevrolet Silverado

2000 1,919 complaints, 8 recalls
2004 1,420 complaints, 8 recalls
2014 this page
2015 1,186 complaints, 18 recalls
2016 802 complaints, 14 recalls
2017 839 complaints, 7 recalls
2018 524 complaints, 7 recalls
2022 650 complaints, 6 recalls
2025 120 complaints, 1 recall

Compare all model years of the Chevrolet Silverado

Other Chevrolet models from 2014

2014 Chevrolet Camaro 188 complaints, 3 recalls
2014 Chevrolet Cruze 702 complaints, 10 recalls
2014 Chevrolet Equinox 548 complaints, 1 recall
2014 Chevrolet Malibu 363 complaints, 6 recalls
2014 Chevrolet Traverse 548 complaints, 7 recalls

All Chevrolet models

Similar cars from 2014: pickup trucks

2014 Nissan Titan 10 complaints, 2 recalls
2014 Ram 1500 1,775 complaints, 16 recalls

All pickup trucks we cover

Facts and sources

NHTSA has 1,560 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado (75 mention a crash, 18 a fire, 41 injuries, 4 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
427 complaints name the steering component group (16 crashes, 1 fires, 6 injuries, median mileage at failure 63,000). NHTSA vehicle records
Owner complaints and recalls for every Chevrolet Silverado model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Silverado C15 2WD, 4.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, Rear-Wheel Drive: 18 city / 23 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/RC 4WD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.4%. NHTSA vehicle records
361 complaints name the electrical system component group (12 crashes, 10 fires, 8 injuries, median mileage at failure 60,602). NHTSA vehicle records
290 complaints name the brakes component group (26 crashes, 1 fires, 6 injuries, median mileage at failure 70,000). NHTSA vehicle records
216 complaints name the engine component group (4 crashes, 6 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 54,546). NHTSA vehicle records
204 complaints name the unknown or other component group (6 crashes, 4 fires, 4 injuries, median mileage at failure 60,000). NHTSA vehicle records
191 complaints name the power train component group (9 crashes, 0 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 30,000). NHTSA vehicle records
166 complaints name the electronic stability control (esc) component group (7 crashes, 1 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 65,000). NHTSA vehicle records
106 complaints name the structure component group (8 crashes, 2 fires, 6 injuries, median mileage at failure 35,000). NHTSA vehicle records
Recall 21V245, filed April 8, 2021: Seat Belts › Front. NHTSA recall database
Recall 19V761, filed October 24, 2019: Service Brakes. NHTSA recall database
Recall 19V645, filed September 6, 2019: Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum. NHTSA recall database
Recall 17V437, filed July 10, 2017: Seat Belts › Pretensioner. NHTSA recall database
Recall 17V414, filed June 29, 2017: Steering › Electric Power Assist System. NHTSA recall database
Recall 16V651, filed September 8, 2016: Seat Belts › Pretensioner. NHTSA recall database
Recall 16V209, filed April 12, 2016: Seat Belts. NHTSA recall database
Recall 13V544, filed October 30, 2015: Equipment › Other › Labels. NHTSA recall database
Recall 15V640, filed October 9, 2015: Electrical System › Ignition. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V614, filed October 1, 2014: Electrical System. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V446, filed July 23, 2014: Seats. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V374, filed June 27, 2014: Power Train › Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive). NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V345, filed June 18, 2014: Equipment. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V301, filed June 6, 2014: Electrical System › Software. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V246, filed May 14, 2014: Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V152, filed March 31, 2014: Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Cooling Unit And Lines. NHTSA recall database
Recall 14V007, filed January 13, 2014: Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System. NHTSA recall database
Recall 13V488, filed October 17, 2013: Seats › Front Assembly › Head Restraint. NHTSA recall database
Recall 13V315, filed July 19, 2013: Air Bags. NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Silverado C15 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, Rear-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 23 highway / 19 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Silverado K15 4WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, 4-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 22 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Silverado K15 4WD, 4.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, 4-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 22 highway / 19 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Silverado K15 4WD, 6.2L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 14 city / 20 highway / 17 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/EC 4WD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.4%. NHTSA vehicle records
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/CC 4WD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.4%. NHTSA vehicle records
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/EC RWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/RC RWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/CC RWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB M/BOX 2WD: length 235 in, width 80 in, height 74 in, wheelbase 153 in, curb weight 5,115 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB M/BOX 4X4: length 235 in, width 80 in, height 74 in, wheelbase 153 in, curb weight 5,311 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB S/BOX 2WD: length 226 in, width 80 in, height 74 in, wheelbase 144 in, curb weight 5,055 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB S/BOX 4X4: length 226 in, width 80 in, height 74 in, wheelbase 144 in, curb weight 5,243 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, SILVERADO 1500 DOUBLE CAB M/BOX 2WD: length 226 in, width 80 in, height 74 in, wheelbase 144 in, curb weight 4,960 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, SILVERADO 1500 DOUBLE CAB M/BOX 4X4: length 226 in, width 80 in, height 74 in, wheelbase 144 in, curb weight 5,203 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

2014 Chevrolet Silverado: problems, recalls and fuel economy