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NHTSA has 120 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Silverado[1]. It also has one recall, which covers certain Silverado EV work trucks[2].

120owner complaints[1]
1recalls[3]
15–26MPG combined (EPA)[4]
5★NHTSA overall rating[5]

Most reported problems

Owners filed 120 complaints with NHTSA[1]. Four mention a crash, four a fire and three an injury. No deaths are reported[1]. These are unverified owner reports, and one complaint can name more than one component.

The largest groups by component:

Brakes (7) and speed control (7) have fewer complaints[11][12]. Fuel and propulsion has 8[13].

We also read a small sample of the complaint texts. This is not a count of all owners, so treat it as a flavor of what people report.

Recalls

NHTSA lists one recall for this model year[3].

This recall names Silverado EV work trucks, so check the VIN of any specific truck.

Fuel economy

The EPA lists many versions of the 2025 Silverado. Here is a sample of gas and diesel versions with combined MPG and the EPA's estimated annual fuel cost. The cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the truck was new.

Version Combined MPG Annual fuel cost
2WD, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel[4] 26 $3,700
2WD, 2.7L 4-cyl turbo[14] 19 $3,550
2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl[15] 18 $3,700
4WD, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel[16] 24 $4,000
4WD, 5.3L 8-cyl[17] 17 $3,950
4WD, 6.2L 8-cyl[18] 17 $4,850
4WD ZR2, 6.2L 8-cyl[19] 15 $5,500

The Silverado EV versions rate 64 to 70 MPGe combined[20][21][22][23][24][25]. Their EPA range runs from 282 miles to 492 miles, depending on the version[20][25].

Safety ratings

NHTSA gives the 2025 Silverado 5 stars overall on every version it rates[5][26][27][28][29][30][31]. Rollover is 4 stars on all of them, with a rollover risk of 19.1% on most versions, 19.8% on PU/CC 4WD and 11.1% on the PU/CC AWD version listed under the Silverado EV[5][27][31]. Frontal crash is 5 stars, except PU/CC 4WD and PU/CC RWD at 4 stars[27][29].

Engine and size

EPA lists these horsepower ratings for test vehicles:

Sizes below are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US trucks.

Version Length Width Height Wheelbase Curb weight
1500 Crew Cab S/Box 2WD[37] 232 in 81 in 76 in 147 in 4,601 lb
1500 Crew Cab S/Box 4WD[38] 232 in 81 in 76 in 147 in 4,815 lb
1500 Crew Cab M/Box 2WD[39] 241 in 81 in 76 in 157 in 4,674 lb
1500 Crew Cab M/Box 4WD[40] 241 in 81 in 76 in 157 in 4,868 lb
EV 4WT[41] 233 in 81 in 78 in 146 in 8,532 lb
EV RST[42] 233 in 84 in 79 in 146 in 9,098 lb

How 2025 compares with other years

1999: 2,247 complaints, 5 recalls19992000: 1,919 complaints, 8 recalls2001: 1,344 complaints, 4 recalls2002: 1,219 complaints, 4 recalls20022003: 1,500 complaints, 6 recalls2004: 1,420 complaints, 8 recalls2005: 844 complaints, 8 recalls20052006: 547 complaints, 4 recalls2007: 1,056 complaints, 3 recalls2008: 1,076 complaints, 4 recalls20082009: 520 complaints, 3 recalls2010: 425 complaints, 3 recalls2011: 638 complaints, 6 recalls20112012: 284 complaints, 4 recalls2013: 365 complaints, 5 recalls2014: 1,560 complaints, 19 recalls20142015: 1,186 complaints, 18 recalls2016: 802 complaints, 14 recalls2017: 839 complaints, 7 recalls20172018: 524 complaints, 7 recalls2019: 1,096 complaints, 10 recalls2020: 747 complaints, 12 recalls20202021: 847 complaints, 8 recalls2022: 650 complaints, 6 recalls2023: 388 complaints, 3 recalls20232024: 342 complaints, 6 recalls2025: 120 complaints, 1 recalls12020252026: 126 complaints, 6 recalls2026
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Silverado model year. The 2025 is highlighted[3].
Show the numbers
Model yearComplaintsRecalls
19992,2475
20001,9198
20011,3444
20021,2194
20031,5006
20041,4208
20058448
20065474
20071,0563
20081,0764
20095203
20104253
20116386
20122844
20133655
20141,56019
20151,18618
201680214
20178397
20185247
20191,09610
202074712
20218478
20226506
20233883
20243426
20251201
20261266

NHTSA's table covers Silverado model years 1999 to 2026. The 2025 model year has 120 complaints and 1 recall, the lowest of both counts in that table[3]. The next lowest complaint count is 126 for 2026, and the next lowest recall count is 3[3].

For scale, 1999 has the most complaints at 2,247, and 2014 has the most recalls at 19[3]. These counts are not adjusted for how many trucks were sold, so they are a rough guide only.

Should you buy a used 2025 Silverado?

The 2025 Silverado has the fewest complaints and recalls of any model year in NHTSA's table, though the counts are not adjusted for sales[3]. Engine is still the largest complaint group at 56, and in a sample of complaints we read, owners describe stalling and engine replacements[6]. The one recall covers Silverado EV work trucks and has a software fix at no cost[2]. Fuel economy varies a lot by engine, from 15 to 26 combined MPG among the gas and diesel versions above[4][19]. Check the exact engine, and run the VIN for open recalls before you decide.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado?
Engine is the largest complaint group with 56 of the 120 NHTSA complaints, and electrical follows with 32[1][6][7]. One complaint can name several components.
Has the 2025 Silverado been recalled?
NHTSA lists one recall, 24V937, for certain Silverado EV work trucks with a pedestrian alert sound that may be too quiet. Dealers update the software at no cost[2][3].
What MPG does the 2025 Silverado get?
Among gas and diesel versions, EPA combined ratings run from 15 MPG for the 4WD ZR2 6.2L to 26 MPG for the 2WD 3.0L diesel[19][4]. EV versions rate 64 to 70 MPGe[20][23].
How safe is the 2025 Silverado?
NHTSA rates it 5 stars overall on every version listed, with rollover at 4 stars[5][27][31].

Facts and sources

  1. NHTSA has 120 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado (4 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 3 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
  2. Recall 24V937, filed December 18, 2024: Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings › External / Pedestrian Alert. NHTSA recall database
  3. Owner complaints and recalls for every Chevrolet Silverado model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
  4. EPA rating for Silverado 2WD, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic 10-spd, Diesel, Rear-Wheel Drive: 23 city / 29 highway / 26 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  5. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/RC 4WD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 19.1%. NHTSA vehicle records
  6. 56 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 3 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 9,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  7. 32 complaints name the electrical system component group (1 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 3,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  8. 22 complaints name the power train component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  9. 15 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  10. 14 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (3 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  11. 7 complaints name the brakes component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  12. 7 complaints name the speed control component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  13. 8 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  14. EPA rating for Silverado 2WD, 2.7L 4-cyl turbo, Automatic 8-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 21 highway / 19 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  15. EPA rating for Silverado 2WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 10-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 21 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  16. EPA rating for Silverado 4WD, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic 10-spd, Diesel, 4-Wheel Drive: 22 city / 26 highway / 24 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,000. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  17. EPA rating for Silverado 4WD, 5.3L 8-cyl, Automatic 10-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 19 highway / 17 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,950. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  18. EPA rating for Silverado 4WD, 6.2L 8-cyl, Automatic 10-spd, Premium, 4-Wheel Drive: 15 city / 20 highway / 17 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,850. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  19. EPA rating for Silverado 4WD ZR2, 6.2L 8-cyl, Automatic 10-spd, Premium, 4-Wheel Drive: 14 city / 17 highway / 15 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $5,500. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  20. EPA rating for Silverado EV 8WT, electric, Automatic (A1), Electricity: 68 MPGe combined, 492 miles of range. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  21. EPA rating for Silverado EV 5WT (11 kW Charger), electric, Automatic (A1), Electricity: 70 MPGe combined, 422 miles of range. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  22. EPA rating for Silverado EV (11 kW Charger), electric, Automatic (A1), Electricity: 68 MPGe combined, 408 miles of range. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  23. EPA rating for Silverado EV (19 kW Charger), electric, Automatic (A1), Electricity: 64 MPGe combined, 390 miles of range. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  24. EPA rating for Silverado EV 5WT (19 kW Charger), electric, Automatic (A1), Electricity: 70 MPGe combined, 422 miles of range. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  25. EPA rating for Silverado EV 2WT, electric, Automatic (A1), Electricity: 66 MPGe combined, 282 miles of range. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  26. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/EC 4WD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 19.1%. NHTSA vehicle records
  27. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/CC 4WD: overall 5 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 19.8%. NHTSA vehicle records
  28. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/EC RWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 19.1%. NHTSA vehicle records
  29. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/CC RWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 19.1%. NHTSA vehicle records
  30. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/RC RWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 19.1%. NHTSA vehicle records
  31. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, PU/CC AWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 11.1%. NHTSA vehicle records
  32. EPA Test Car List, 2025 Chevrolet Silverado with 2.7L 4-cylinder: rated 310 hp. www.epa.gov
  33. EPA Test Car List, 2025 Chevrolet Silverado with 3.0L 6-cylinder: rated 305 hp. www.epa.gov
  34. EPA Test Car List, 2025 Chevrolet Silverado with 5.3L 8-cylinder: rated 355 hp. www.epa.gov
  35. EPA Test Car List, 2025 Chevrolet Silverado with 6.2L 8-cylinder: rated 420 hp. www.epa.gov
  36. EPA Test Car List, 2025 Chevrolet Silverado with electric motor: rated 510 to 645 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
  37. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB S/BOX 2WD: length 232 in, width 81 in, height 76 in, wheelbase 147 in, curb weight 4,601 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  38. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB S/BOX 4WD: length 232 in, width 81 in, height 76 in, wheelbase 147 in, curb weight 4,815 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  39. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB M/BOX 2WD: length 241 in, width 81 in, height 76 in, wheelbase 157 in, curb weight 4,674 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  40. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, SILVERADO 1500 CREW CAB M/BOX 4WD: length 241 in, width 81 in, height 76 in, wheelbase 157 in, curb weight 4,868 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  41. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, SILVERADO EV 4WT 4DR PICKUP: length 233 in, width 81 in, height 78 in, wheelbase 146 in, curb weight 8,532 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
  42. Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, SILVERADO EV RST 4DR PICKUP: length 233 in, width 84 in, height 79 in, wheelbase 146 in, curb weight 9,098 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.