10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
21,064 miles

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problem #199

Sep 082025

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Transmission went out while driving the vehicle and left it stuck in the middle of the intersection we had to push it though traffic. It had no forward movement. Would only drive in reverse. No warning or anything just made a clunk and wouldn't move any further.

- Lolo, MT, USA

problem #198

Aug 102025

Silverado 1500

  • miles
The transmission started to shutter at 94,000 miles. Gwatney Chevrolet quoted $7,500 for a new transmission replacement. Had an in independent shop quote $4,670 for a reman transmission. I have only towed 2,000 lbs at a time in the past. This is the 1st time towing a 6,000lbs camper. It was only driven 800 miles with the camper in tow. The vehicle only has less than 95,000 miles and my transmission is shuttering and has metal shavings in the fluid. Needing a replacement at this time frame and mileage is ridiculous.

- Cabot, AR, USA

problem #197

Aug 092025

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Transmission failure, I had to have the transmission replaced and no longer have it for inspection. I was on a one lane highway in Franconia NH with guardrails on each side, and no phone reception. Traffic was trying to get by me including tractor trailers, we were horrified and couldn't get out. these 6L80 transmission in the Chevy Silverado, come to find out, have been failing for a long time. 2 of my friends lost there's also, all of us were between 100k-115K miles. The transmission shop I went to, and others I called said they can't believe there was never a recall, they get many of them. Zero warning, just quit. I take exception care of my vehicles regarding maintenance, always early, these are to expensive to repair when your on a retired budget.

- Belmont, NH, USA

problem #196

Apr 012024

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Premature engine failure specifically the lifters failed and the push rod failed causing the vehicle to become unusable and stranding the operator. Also transmission surges and slips causing unsafe driving conditions

- Chester , NH, USA

problem #195

Jul 282025

Silverado 1500

  • miles
I was driving to work last Monday when my truck entered a lymph mode. It would only let me go 40mph, when I was on a road that allowed others to go 60-70mph. I had traffic behind me as well. As I made it closer to work, the truck would only rev up. It left me sitting in a median with traffic going past me. Thankfully, I was not hit. I had to cut the truck off, wait several minutes, then start it back up to limp it to a safe spot where I could have it towed. I had it towed to a transmission shop. Please note* I have done the regular transmission maintenance on this vehicle as well. This shop done a diagnostic test on it ($95 +tax). It was a complete transmission failure. They told me this was due to the torque converter. General Motors, GM, programmed the transmission torque converter to kick on in 2nd gear which causes it to overheat practically everytime it drives. The same transmission shop said they rebuild 3-4 of the 6L80 transmissions a week. I have a 2017 chevy silverado with a 6 speed transmission, the 6L80..... This is an issue that GM should be held liable for. The transmission rebuild will be $4500-4800 + tax. Thank you to whomever reads this. I could really use help. My email is [XXX]. Phone number is [XXX]. I can provide rebuild cost and receipts when needed. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Chapel Hill, TN, USA

problem #194

Mar 112022

Silverado 1500

  • miles
There is a faulty weld on the radiator of my 2017 chevy silverado 1500 LT that cracked and began to leak coolant. Dealer stated that this is a common issue and there was no other remedy but to replace the radiator and coolant lines. i have seen bulletins and warranties for earlier models but the issue is still there.

- Shoreview, MN, USA

problem #193

Jun 062025

Silverado 1500

  • miles
I have lost my brakes when reversing, however I have good brakes when driving forward. The transmission is also slipping and the torque converter in the transmission is becoming very worn ALREADY. I do not tow anything with this vehicle, and I only have 73,411 miles on this truck.

- Williston, SC, USA

problem #192

Apr 152025

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Transmission and torque converter blew up. Rpm of truck was uncontrollable. Total transmission failure.

- Big Bear Lake, CA, USA

problem #191

Apr 152025

Silverado 1500

  • miles
While driving my vehicle, with around 85,000 miles, the engine suddenly began running rough and felt jerky and sluggish. This was concerning and potentially dangerous situation, as the engine failure happened while I was travelling at high speed. A sudden loss of power on the highway put me and other drivers at serious risk. The check engine light came on, so I pulled over as soon as I could safely do so. Shortly after, the light started flashing, so I shut off the engine and contacted the dealership service department. They advised having the vehicle towed in for inspection. Prior to this event, I had not had any issues with the vehicle nor had the check engine light come on. After looking into it, the dealership initially suspected a thrown rod but said they wouldn't know the full extent of the issue until they could tear down the engine. Upon further inspection, they determined that the lifters had failed and would need to be replaced. The dealership has performed all regular maintenance and oil changes on my vehicle. When I asked what could have caused this, they explained that it's a known issue with these lifters and engines - one that Chevrolet has experienced for years, even in models prior to my 2017.

- Warrensburg, MO, USA

problem #190

Mar 262024

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Automatic transmission (6L-80, 6-speed) failure around 92500 miles. After numerous loud and bad shifts, lost forward gears and had to be towed to repair shop. Required full replacement of transmission and torque converter out of warranty.

- Baldwinsville, NY, USA

problem #189

Mar 012025

Silverado 1500

  • miles
When stopping truck jerks, downshifts and lurches forward. While driving over 45mph truck does not seem to shift properly and jerks intermitantly and sounds different than before. 2017 silverado with 47,000 miles on it, bought brand new!

- Fredericksburg, VA, USA

problem #188

Apr 282025

Silverado 1500

  • miles
I own a 2017 Silverado 1500 ecoTech V6, 6L80 transmission, 91500 - over the weekend, I started having an issue shifting from 3rd to 4th. I noticed the transmission was over 190 degrees, as high as 230 degrees, then cooling back to 194. When attempting to shift from 3rd the 4th, it will start, then return to 3rd. It will do so 4 or 5 times until eventually skipping 4th and going to 5th. This happens when the transmission fluid is cold, 80s or when fluid gets to 190+. I called the local Chevy deal, who told me there weren't any open recalls for my VIN and that the diagnostics would be $190 which may or may not be a software update. They would not know until after the disanostics.

- Laurel, DE, USA

problem #187

Dec 012020

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Transmission shift at stop sudden Sudden jerking and lunging forward.

- Kila, MT, USA

problem #186

Mar 122024

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Transmission Went out at 45100 miles Breaks don-??t work pedal gets stiff and will not engage breaks truck rolls can not drive due to breaks still doing this. Service Break system light will flash. Truck only has 55000 miles as of now Dealer replaced transmission with receipt to prove paid out of pocket. Breaks still not in working order do to dealer not being able to figure out the problem. Truck is not drivable Safety hazard Breaks not working and transmission slipping almost caused an accident while traveling at 55 mph truck loses speed tractor trailer almost slammed into my truck lucky tractor trailer was able to swerve over to other lane avoiding an accident Truck only has 55000 miles

- Jacksonville , TX, USA

problem #185

Jan 222025

Silverado 1500

  • miles
The six speed transmission 6L80 failed with less then 60k miles and before it's first service due at 72k miles, I have already had the transmission repaired so the original transmission components are not available for inspection. My transmission failed when I was driving across the Coronado bridge in San Diego CA. This bridge has no shoulders to safely pull over. I had my truck towed to Cummings Chevrolet in National City CA. and they confirmed the transmission needed replacing. Yes the check engine light did come on but it was already too late to save the transmission.

- Chula Vista, CA, USA

problem #184

Mar 042025

Silverado 1500

  • 134,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission downshifted with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was informed that the vehicle could not be diagnosed due to the check engine warning light not being illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for further assistance. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 134,000.

- Geismar, LA, USA

problem #183

Feb 272025

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Transmission went out at 39,000 miles!!!

- Davenport, IA, USA

problem #182

Feb 252025

Silverado 1500

  • miles
The steraring wheel shutters, after a few transmission flushes, it went away but still kicks hard when going through gears. The lifters failed in my vehicle 2 times, rods were bent.

- Mount Prospect, IL, USA

problem #181

Feb 102025

Silverado 1500

  • 82,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle briefly shuddered abnormally, and the transmission was slipping. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the torque converter, which caused damage to the transmission. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to the replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 82,000. The VIN was not available.

- Glenham, NY, USA

problem #180

Jan 232025

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Not sure if it is a torque converter or the transmission there are no codes reading on the computer but multiple times when driving, I will lose all power in Drive and it will take a few minutes to catch up before it goes back in the drive and accelerates

- Clinton, UT, USA

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