2.3

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
66,388 miles

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problem #6

Mar 152025

Silverado 1500

  • 79,400 miles
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a ticking sound coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. The contact stated that the sound was evident when the vehicle was started, and while the vehicle was idling. The check engine warning light was flashing, and the vehicle was shaking while idling and while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the engine had failed due to a failure with the lifters. Additionally, there was coolant leaking into the engine. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 79,400.

- Kenosha, WI, USA

problem #5

Jan 062021

Silverado 1500

  • 25,000 miles
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated after an independent mechanic had performed an oil change on the vehicle, the vehicle was moved and parked. The contact stated that upon attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The mechanic diagnosed that the engine had seized and there were metal shavings in the oil. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the manufacturer had denied coverage because the vehicle was previously serviced by an independent mechanic. The vehicle was repaired at the contact's expense. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Action Number: PE25001 (Engine, Engine and Engine Cooling). Additionally, the contact stated while idling and while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal whining sound. The vehicle was taken to Bomnin Chevrolet Dadeland (8455 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33143), where it was diagnosed that the transmission was failing and there were metal shavings found in the transmission. The dealer replaced the transmission. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #4

Dec 012024

Silverado 1500

  • 59,000 miles
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the engine made ticking and knocking sounds while idling. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the year and VIN were not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 59,000.

- Princeton, MO, USA

problem #3

Oct 282024

Silverado 1500

  • 71,773 miles
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the cam shaft, rod bearings, and lifters had failed, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Safety Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 71,773.

- Alexandria, MN, USA

problem #2

Jan 182025

Silverado 1500

  • 86,000 miles
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH and making a turn in the opposite direction, the vehicle lost motive power and there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the rod and the lifters had failed, causing damages to the upper half of the engine. The dealer replaced the gaskets, the rods, the guides, the lifters, the camshaft, and the transition kit. Additionally, and oil change was performed. The vehicle was not covered under warranty and was repaired at the customer's expense due to the mileage. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH on another occasion, the vehicle made an abnormally loud clunking sound and lost motive power intermittently. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The contact drove back to the residence. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with cylinder #8 intake valve failure. The vehicle was repaired at the contact's expense. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed for the cylinder #8 intake valve spring replacement. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.

- Baldwin, MI, USA

problem #1

Jun 012021

Silverado 1500

  • 77,154 miles
The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light and brake warning light had illuminated, and the message -??Engine Powering down Mode-?? was activated causing the vehicle to shut off. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions and the throttle body, Oxygen sensors were replaced along with an engine programming update was performed but the failure continued to occur. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 77,154.

- Worcester, MA, USA