NHTSA has 839 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado[1]. Most of them fall under a handful of parts groups, and the sections below walk through each one.
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups in the NHTSA record, biggest first.
- Power Train. 224 complaints[5]. Owners describe transmissions that shift hard, clunk when slowing down, or seem to jump into a low gear. Some say dealers told them the behavior was normal. One story is about a truck that rolled away while parked on a slope.
- Brakes. 223 complaints[6]. Owners describe a pedal that turns stiff and loses its power help, so the truck barely slows. Others report warning lights for anti lock brakes and stability control that come on with no clear cause and that dealers could not reproduce.
- Electrical System. 133 complaints[7]. In the stories we read, owners mention instrument panel lights that all come on at once, a driver door that will not open from inside, a rear camera that glares at night, and a radio screen that acts on its own.
- Engine. 133 complaints[8]. Owners describe stalling in hot weather, a rough idle that shakes the truck, shuddering at low engine speed, and worries about low oil pressure.
- Unknown Or Other. 88 complaints[9]. These reports do not name a clear parts group.
- Steering. 66 complaints[10].
- Air Bags. 36 complaints[11]. This group has the most crash reports for its size, so it is worth a careful look.
- Fuel/Propulsion System. 34 complaints[12].
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2017 Silverado is necessarily included.
- Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator (26V611), September 2026. About 1,559 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]
- Child Seat › Tether › Connector/Clip (17V487), August 2017. About 29,647 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, stalling. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[16]
- 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.[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]
- Suspension › Front › Control Arm (16V256), April 2016. About 3,738 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, steering problems, parts separating. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[19]
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 15 Hybrid 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive[3] | 18 / 24 / 20 | $3,350 |
| Silverado C15 2WD, 6.2L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive[20] | 15 / 21 / 17 | $3,950 |
| Silverado C15 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive[21] | 16 / 23 / 19 | $3,550 |
| Silverado C15 2WD, 4.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, Rear-Wheel Drive[22] | 18 / 24 / 20 | $3,350 |
| Silverado 15 Hybrid 4WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive[23] | 16 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 |
| Silverado K15 4WD, 6.2L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive[24] | 15 / 20 / 17 | $3,950 |
| Silverado K15 4WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive[25] | 15 / 20 / 17 | $3,950 |
| Silverado K15 4WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive[26] | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 |
| Silverado K15 4WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, 4-Wheel Drive[27] | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 |
| Silverado K15 4WD, 4.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, 4-Wheel Drive[28] | 17 / 22 / 19 | $3,550 |
| Silverado K15 Cab Chassis 4WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive[29] | 15 / 19 / 17 | $3,950 |
| Silverado C15 Cab Chassis 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive[30] | 15 / 20 / 17 | $3,950 |
| Silverado C15 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, Rear-Wheel Drive[31] | 16 / 23 / 19 | $3,550 |
| Silverado C15 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive[32] | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 |
Safety ratings
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[39] | 235 in | 80 in | 74 in | 153 in | 5,161 lb |
| SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB M/BOX 4X4[40] | 235 in | 80 in | 74 in | 153 in | 5,359 lb |
| SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB S/BOX 2WD[41] | 226 in | 80 in | 74 in | 144 in | 5,073 lb |
| SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB S/BOX 4X4[42] | 226 in | 80 in | 74 in | 144 in | 5,278 lb |
| SILVERADO 1500 DOUBLE CAB M/BOX 2WD[43] | 226 in | 80 in | 74 in | 144 in | 5,002 lb |
| SILVERADO 1500 DOUBLE CAB M/BOX 4X4[44] | 226 in | 80 in | 74 in | 144 in | 5,216 lb |
How 2017 compares with other years
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 839 complaints and 7 recalls for 2017[2]. Among the 28 model years listed, 14 have fewer complaints than 2017 and 13 have more[2]. The fewest complaints are for 2025 (120) and the most are for 1999 (2,247)[2]. 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 2017 Silverado?
The 2017 Silverado has a sizable complaint record, with 839 reports on file[1]. Power train and brakes lead the list, followed by electrical and engine reports[5][6][7][8]. These are unverified owner reports, so they show what people raised and not how often a fault happens. Seven recalls are tied to this year[2], and the Recalls section above lists them. Check the recall and by-year sections before you buy, and ask a mechanic to test the transmission and brakes on a drive.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado?
- The largest groups in the NHTSA record are power train[5] and brakes[6], followed by electrical and engine reports[7][8].
- Does the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado have recalls?
- Yes. The by-year record shows 7 recalls for 2017[2], and each one is listed in the Recalls section of this page.
- How many complaints does the 2017 Silverado have?
- NHTSA has 839 owner complaints on file[1]. They are unverified and are not adjusted for sales.
- What is the gas mileage of the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado?
- See the fuel economy section of this page for the EPA figures.
- Is 2017 a good year for the Chevrolet Silverado?
- The by-year comparison section shows how 2017 stacks up against other years of this model.
Keep exploring
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 839 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado (49 mention a crash, 15 a fire, 21 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Chevrolet Silverado model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Silverado 15 Hybrid 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 18 city / 24 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 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
- 224 complaints name the power train component group (1 crashes, 2 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 46,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 223 complaints name the brakes component group (23 crashes, 0 fires, 5 injuries, median mileage at failure 44,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 133 complaints name the electrical system component group (1 crashes, 12 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 35,650). NHTSA vehicle records
- 133 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 2 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 48,117). NHTSA vehicle records
- 88 complaints name the unknown or other component group (2 crashes, 2 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 10,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 66 complaints name the steering component group (5 crashes, 0 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 39,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 36 complaints name the air bags component group (19 crashes, 0 fires, 9 injuries, median mileage at failure 46,075). NHTSA vehicle records
- 34 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 30,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 26V611, filed September 24, 2026: Air Bags › Side / Window › Curtain › Inflator. 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 17V487, filed August 3, 2017: Child Seat › Tether › Connector / Clip. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 17V437, filed July 10, 2017: Seat Belts › Pretensioner. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 16V651, filed September 8, 2016: Seat Belts › Pretensioner. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 16V256, filed April 28, 2016: Suspension › Front › Control Arm. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Silverado C15 2WD, 6.2L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 15 city / 21 highway / 17 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Silverado C15 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, 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 C15 2WD, 4.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, Rear-Wheel Drive: 18 city / 24 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Silverado 15 Hybrid 4WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 21 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Silverado K15 4WD, 6.2L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 15 city / 20 highway / 17 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Silverado K15 4WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 15 city / 20 highway / 17 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Silverado K15 4WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, 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, 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 Cab Chassis 4WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 15 city / 19 highway / 17 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- EPA rating for Silverado C15 Cab Chassis 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 15 city / 20 highway / 17 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 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 C15 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 22 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,700. 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 17.9%. NHTSA vehicle records
- 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
- 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
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/EC RWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.4%. NHTSA vehicle records
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, HYBRID PU/CC 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
- 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 5,161 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 5,359 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 5,073 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 5,278 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 5,002 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 5,216 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov