2022 Chevrolet Silverado
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 264 of 617 complaints (43%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (8) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 815 in 2021 to 617 in 2022.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2022 Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,950–5,150 | 2,950–4,850 | 3,100–5,550 | 3,100–5,150 | 3,100–5,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 15–27 | 14–27 | 14–26 | 15–26 | 15–26 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 14–23 / 16–33 | 13–23 / 16–33 | 13–23 / 16–31 | 14–24 / 17–29 | 14–23 / 17–29 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 383–594 | 383–635 | 387–619 | 396–585 | 397–591 | |
| Complaints filed | 725 | 815 | 617 | 370 | 329 | |
| Recalls issued | 12 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 6 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 13 | 20 | 10 | 7 | 9 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 9 | 11 | 6 | 6 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 12 | 17 | 17 | 2 | 4 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 15 | 21 | 25 | 16 | 20 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado have?
6 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado?
Engine: 264 of 617 NHTSA complaints (43%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado get?
EPA rates it 14–26 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado?
EPA estimates $3,100–$5,550 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (38)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 23 mpg (high) | 31 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | $3,450 | 387 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 22 mpg | 26 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,750 | 427 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 20 mpg | 23 mpg | 21 mpg | $4,250 | 479 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 555 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg | 16 mpg (low) | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 610 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg | 17 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 585 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 16 mpg | 18 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 522 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 545 g/mi |
| Configuration 9 | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 555 g/mi |
| Configuration 10 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | 14 mpg | 17 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 583 g/mi |
| Configuration 13 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 19 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 (low) | 441 g/mi |
| Configuration 14 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 19 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 (low) | 441 g/mi |
| Configuration 17 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 13 mpg (low) | 17 mpg | 14 mpg (low) | $5,550 (high) | 619 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 30 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 13 mpg (low) | 17 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 593 g/mi |
| Configuration 35 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD | 13 mpg (low) | 17 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 611 g/mi |
Show 23 more configurations
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 11 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD | 14 mpg | 17 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 589 g/mi |
| Configuration 12 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 505 g/mi |
| Configuration 15 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 502 g/mi |
| Configuration 16 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 522 g/mi |
| Configuration 18 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $4,850 | 555 g/mi |
| Configuration 19 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $4,850 | 566 g/mi |
| Configuration 20 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $4,850 | 555 g/mi |
| Configuration 21 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $4,550 | 529 g/mi |
| Configuration 22 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 521 g/mi |
| Configuration 23 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 486 g/mi |
| Configuration 24 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 489 g/mi |
| Configuration 25 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 526 g/mi |
| Configuration 26 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg | 17 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 581 g/mi |
| Configuration 27 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg | 17 mpg | 15 mpg | $5,150 | 588 g/mi |
| Configuration 28 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 489 g/mi |
| Configuration 29 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 484 g/mi |
| Configuration 31 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 555 g/mi |
| Configuration 32 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 556 g/mi |
| Configuration 33 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 16 mpg | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 506 g/mi |
| Configuration 34 | Automatic 8-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg | 18 mpg | 15 mpg | $4,150 | 577 g/mi |
| Configuration 36 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | 15 mpg | 18 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 536 g/mi |
| Configuration 37 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD | 15 mpg | 17 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 555 g/mi |
| Configuration 38 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 22 mpg | 26 mpg | 23 mpg | $3,900 | 443 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 264 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 175 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 42 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 134 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 59 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 8 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 11 | 5 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 50 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 25 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 60 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (6)
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY · Campaign 26V083000 · Feb 17, 2026
Defect: General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, 3500, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 24V797. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up.
Consequence: Rear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252516560. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 12, 2026.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL · Campaign 25V274000 · Apr 24, 2025
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
Consequence: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · Campaign 24V797000 · Oct 25, 2024
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up.
Consequence: Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge. GM will provide a special coverage program to cover the repair of transmissions that are identified by the remedy software as containing a defective control valve. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, GMC customer service at GMC 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242454440.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · Campaign 22V903000 · Dec 8, 2022
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE · Campaign 22V873000 · Nov 25, 2022
Defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles. The sensing diagnostic module (SDM) was left in manufacturing mode and not activated at the assembly plant prior to shipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: An SDM in manufacturing mode will not deploy the vehicle's air bags in a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Remedy: Dealers returned the vehicles to the GM assembly plant and the sensing diagnostic modules were activated. The vehicles had not been sold from dealer inventory and therefore no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222387870.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS · Campaign 22V463000 · Jun 30, 2022
Defect: General Motors (GM) has decided that certain 2022 model year Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra vehicles equipped with an accessory sport bar. The accessory sport bar contains a high-mounted brake light that may not function. In addition, it may block the vehicle's existing high-mounted brake light. As such, these vehicles may fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence: An inoperative high-mounted brake light can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the installation of the accessory bar and provide the correct vehicle wiring, if necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters advising owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 10, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 27, 2023. Owners may contact GM's customer service on 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.. GM's recall number for this recall is N222368110.