How many fuel system complaints does the 2020 Silverado 1500 have?

NHTSA lists 39 fuel system complaints for the 2020 Silverado 1500, which is about 5% of the 730 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2020 Silverado 1500?

Yes. Recall 19V837000, reported November 21, 2019, covers a fuel pump that may be missing a pressure component; GM dealers replace the fuel pump free of charge.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2020 Silverado 1500 is 41,000 miles.

Did the 2020 Silverado 1500 fuel system issues cause fires or crashes?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2020 Silverado 1500 shows 0 fires, 0 crashes, and 0 injuries reported.

Is fuel system a bigger issue in 2020 than other Silverado 1500 years?

The 2020 model's 5% share of complaints is similar to 2019 and 2018, but lower than 2022 (7%), 2023 (10%), and 2024 (8%).

2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 39 fuel system complaints for the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, about 5% of its 730 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 41,000 miles. A related recall (19V837000) covers a fuel pump missing a pressure component on 2020 model trucks.

Fuel System complaints: 39; 5% of 730 complaints
All complaints this year: 730
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 41,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

High-pressure fuel pump fails and leaks fuel externally onto the exhaust area.
Vehicle fails to restart after being parked, later diagnosed as a failed fuel pump or fuel modular control regulator.
Gasoline odor or fumes enter the cabin while driving, sometimes with visible dripping near the transmission area.
Engine jumps or jerks repeatedly every few minutes while driving, attributed by some owners to a fuel/gas sensor.
Fuel pump control module fails, triggering check engine light with code P0498 or P0499, with parts reported on extended back order.

When 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 23, 2020, latest Sep 1, 2026.

39 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2020 to Sep 2026; peak Aug 2025 (4).

Fuel System recalls for the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

NHTSA 19V837000Nov 21, 2019Fuel System502 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
Risk: Over-pressurization can crack the fuel pump and cause leaks, increasing the risk of a fire in the presence of an ignition source.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192283991.

Fuel System complaints by Silverado 1500 model year

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

200535 (4%)
200626 (5%)
200726 (3%)
200827 (3%)
200922 (4%)
201010 (2%)
201120 (3%)
20127 (2%)
20137 (2%)
201439 (3%)
201532 (3%)
201627 (3%)
201738 (5%)
201819 (4%)
201939 (4%)
202039 (5%)
202128 (3%)
202243 (7%)
202338 (10%)
202426 (8%)
20257 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2020 Silverado 1500 have?: NHTSA lists 39 fuel system complaints for the 2020 Silverado 1500, which is about 5% of the 730 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2020 Silverado 1500?: Yes. Recall 19V837000, reported November 21, 2019, covers a fuel pump that may be missing a pressure component; GM dealers replace the fuel pump free of charge.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2020 Silverado 1500 is 41,000 miles.
Did the 2020 Silverado 1500 fuel system issues cause fires or crashes?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2020 Silverado 1500 shows 0 fires, 0 crashes, and 0 injuries reported.
Is fuel system a bigger issue in 2020 than other Silverado 1500 years?: The 2020 model's 5% share of complaints is similar to 2019 and 2018, but lower than 2022 (7%), 2023 (10%), and 2024 (8%).