How common are transmission problems in the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

NHTSA lists 326 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 Silverado 1500, which is 30% of the 1,082 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission or driveshaft recall for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

Yes. Recall 20V650000, reported October 22, 2020, covers a driveshaft joint that may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate. GM dealers replace the driveshaft free of charge.

At what mileage do transmission problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 12,000 miles.

Have transmission issues on the 2019 Silverado 1500 led to crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data tied to this complaint area lists 6 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries for the 2019 Silverado 1500.

2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Transmission & Powertrain Problems

Owners filed 326 Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 30% of all 1,082 complaints for the year, with median mileage at failure of 12,000. One related recall (20V650000) covers a driveshaft weld defect.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 326; 30% of 1,082
Crashes reported: 6
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 12,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Hard, jarring shifts between 1st and 2nd gear that feel like a rear-end collision, sometimes worse when the transmission is cold.
Torque converter lurches or lunges forward abruptly when coming to a stop or pulling away from a standstill.
Delayed engagement of several seconds when shifting from park or reverse into drive.
Propeller shaft or driveshaft fracturing while driving, causing the vehicle to shake and become unstable.
Complete drivetrain failure where the transmission, driveshaft, and rear end reportedly failed simultaneously while on the highway.

When 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 25, 2019, latest Sep 22, 2026.

326 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2019 Q2 to 2026 Q3; peak 2025 Q1 (28).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

NHTSA 20V650000Oct 22, 2020Transmission & Powertrain42 vehicles
Power train:driveline:driveshaft
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 and 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 trucks. One of the driveshaft joints may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate while the vehicle is moving.
Risk: If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N202314870.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Silverado 1500 model year

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

201031 (7%)
201121 (3%)
201221 (7%)
201324 (7%)
2014191 (12%)
2015147 (12%)
2016193 (24%)
2017224 (27%)
2018171 (33%)
2019326 (30%)
2020225 (31%)
2021236 (29%)
2022182 (29%)
2023106 (28%)
202494 (30%)
202520 (20%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are transmission problems in the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?: NHTSA lists 326 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 Silverado 1500, which is 30% of the 1,082 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission or driveshaft recall for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?: Yes. Recall 20V650000, reported October 22, 2020, covers a driveshaft joint that may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate. GM dealers replace the driveshaft free of charge.
At what mileage do transmission problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 12,000 miles.
Have transmission issues on the 2019 Silverado 1500 led to crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data tied to this complaint area lists 6 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries for the 2019 Silverado 1500.