How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have?

NHTSA lists 88 Structure & Body complaints for the 2013 Silverado 1500, which is 24% of the 365 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for Structure & Body issues on the 2013 Silverado 1500?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2013 Silverado 1500.

At what mileage do Structure & Body problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2013 Silverado 1500 is 48,000 miles.

How does the 2013 Silverado 1500 compare to other years for this issue?

The 2013 model year has the highest share of Structure & Body complaints among the years listed, at 24%, compared to 9% for 2014 and 5% for 2015.

Have these Structure & Body complaints led to crashes?

NHTSA data links 7 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury to Structure & Body complaints on the 2013 Silverado 1500.

2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Structure & Body Problems

Structure & Body complaints account for 88 of 365 total complaints (24%) on the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, the highest share among model years listed. Owners reported frame rust, undercoating detachment, and headrest/visibility concerns, with a median failure mileage of 48,000 miles. No related recalls are listed for this issue.

Structure & Body complaints: 88; 24% of 365
Crashes reported: 7
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 48,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Frame rails and rear frame sections show rust and detached undercoating, sometimes noticed shortly after purchase.
Undercoating and rubber coating peel away from the frame, exposing metal to corrosion.
Door gaskets emit a strong chemical odor in warm or sunny conditions, described as nauseating.
Headrests are reported as too hard in the center, with little cushioning compared to the sides.
A-pillars, side mirrors, and the tall front profile are described as blocking driver visibility of pedestrians and hazards at intersections and crosswalks.
One owner reported a rear window bowing outward and breaking without an apparent external cause.

When 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 16, 2013, latest Jul 23, 2026.

88 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q2 to 2026 Q3; peak 2020 Q3 (6).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Structure & Body complaints by Silverado 1500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201057 (13%)
201191 (14%)
201251 (18%)
201388 (24%)
2014141 (9%)
201563 (5%)
201625 (3%)
201730 (4%)
201814 (3%)
201925 (2%)
202034 (5%)
202146 (6%)
202225 (4%)
20239 (2%)
202414 (5%)
20253 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have?: NHTSA lists 88 Structure & Body complaints for the 2013 Silverado 1500, which is 24% of the 365 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for Structure & Body issues on the 2013 Silverado 1500?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2013 Silverado 1500.
At what mileage do Structure & Body problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2013 Silverado 1500 is 48,000 miles.
How does the 2013 Silverado 1500 compare to other years for this issue?: The 2013 model year has the highest share of Structure & Body complaints among the years listed, at 24%, compared to 9% for 2014 and 5% for 2015.
Have these Structure & Body complaints led to crashes?: NHTSA data links 7 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury to Structure & Body complaints on the 2013 Silverado 1500.