2025 Chevrolet Silverado
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 51 of 111 complaints (46%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 329 in 2024 to 111 in 2025.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2025 Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,100–5,150 | 3,100–5,150 | 3,300–5,150 | 3,100–5,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 15–26 | 15–26 | 15–26 | 15–25 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 14–24 / 17–29 | 14–23 / 17–29 | 14–23 / 16–29 | 14–23 / 16–28 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 396–585 | 397–591 | 399–593 | 402–593 | |
| Complaints filed | 370 | 329 | 111 | 94 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 6 | 1 | 6 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 7 | 9 | 2 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 6 | 0 | 4 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 4 | 3 | 1 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 16 | 20 | 20 | 18 |
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 2025 Chevrolet Silverado have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign 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 2025 Chevrolet Silverado?
Engine: 51 of 111 NHTSA complaints (46%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado get?
EPA rates it 15–26 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado?
EPA estimates $3,300–$5,150 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (33)
| 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) | 29 mpg (high) | 26 mpg (high) | $3,450 | 399 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 17 mpg | 21 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,300 (low) | 470 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 18 mpg | 21 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,300 (low) | 468 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 490 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 16 mpg | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 491 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 22 mpg | 26 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,750 | 428 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 22 mpg | 25 mpg | 23 mpg | $3,900 | 434 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 21 mpg | 24 mpg | 23 mpg | $3,900 | 450 g/mi |
| Configuration 9 | Automatic 10-spd | 6 | 3.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 21 mpg | 24 mpg | 22 mpg | $4,050 | 456 g/mi |
| Configuration 10 | 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 18 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg (low) | 17 mpg | 15 mpg (low) | $5,150 (high) | 593 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 19 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 14 mpg (low) | 17 mpg | 15 mpg (low) | $5,150 (high) | 591 g/mi |
| Configuration 27 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Special Purpose Vehicle 4WD | 14 mpg (low) | 16 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | $4,150 | 592 g/mi |
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| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 11 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 482 g/mi |
| Configuration 12 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg | 20 mpg | 18 mpg | $3,450 | 481 g/mi |
| Configuration 13 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 16 mpg | 17 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 541 g/mi |
| Configuration 14 | Automatic 8-spd | 4 | 2.7L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 16 mpg | 17 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 538 g/mi |
| Configuration 15 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 524 g/mi |
| Configuration 16 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Gasoline or E85 | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 524 g/mi |
| Configuration 17 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 6.2L | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 20 mpg | 17 mpg | $4,550 | 528 g/mi |
| Configuration 20 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 546 g/mi |
| Configuration 21 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 19 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 546 g/mi |
| Configuration 22 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 16 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 520 g/mi |
| Configuration 23 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 545 g/mi |
| Configuration 24 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 16 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 525 g/mi |
| Configuration 25 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 545 g/mi |
| Configuration 26 | Automatic 10-spd | 8 | 5.3L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | 15 mpg | 18 mpg | 16 mpg | $3,900 | 551 g/mi |
| Configuration 28 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 74 MPGe | 61 MPGe | 68 MPGe | $1,100 | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 29 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 77 MPGe | 63 MPGe | 70 MPGe | $1,100 | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 30 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 74 MPGe | 61 MPGe | 68 MPGe | $1,100 | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 31 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 70 MPGe | 59 MPGe | 64 MPGe | $1,200 | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 32 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 77 MPGe | 63 MPGe | 70 MPGe | $1,100 | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 33 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | 4-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 73 MPGe | 60 MPGe | 66 MPGe | $1,150 | 0 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 51 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 30 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 15 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 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 (1)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT · Campaign 24V937000 · Dec 18, 2024
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Silverado EV work trucks. The pedestrian alert sound system may not produce sound at a sufficient volume. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Consequence: A vehicle that fails to make sufficient sound may result in pedestrians being unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software in the body control module (BCM), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 22, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242483530.