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2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Good

Complaint Index

47/100

#9 most-complained of 16 Silverado 1500 years

The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has a complaint index of 47, ranking 9th worst out of 16 model years, and carries a "Good" verdict relative to other Silverado years. It has 382 complaints, 3 recalls, and no reported deaths.

Complaints
382
Recalls
3
Crashes / fires
7 / 6
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
5 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
19
17 city / 21 hwy

Top 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Engine185 (48%)
  2. Transmission & Powertrain106 (28%)
  3. Electrical System72 (19%)
  4. Other47 (12%)
  5. Fuel System38 (10%)
  6. Collision Avoidance & Cameras27 (7%)
  7. Brakes25 (7%)
  8. Structure & Body9 (2%)
  9. Visibility & Wipers8 (2%)
  10. Steering7 (2%)

What owners report

  • Owners report the brake pedal sinking to the floor or brakes failing to stop the truck, sometimes leading to a crash.
  • Some describe the forward collision avoidance or adaptive cruise control suddenly accelerating toward a stopped vehicle ahead.
  • Owners report the backup camera pointing at the ground or failing to display, contributing to a tailgate collision.
  • Some describe the steering wheel becoming difficult to turn along with a "Service Power Steering" warning, leading to loss of control.
  • Owners report electrical fires starting near the rear bumper or after using the remote start system while parked.
  • Some describe dashboard warning lights for trailer brake failure with a speed restriction message and no dealer fix available.
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 complaints: complaints filed per month39Feb 2023Oct 2023Apr 2024Nov 2024May 2025Nov 2025May 2026
530 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Mar 2026 (39).

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 25V274000Apr 24, 2025Engine597,571 vehicles

    Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical

    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.

    Risk: 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.

  2. NHTSA 24V674000Sep 12, 2024Brakes449,671 vehiclesOver-the-air fix

    Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:electric:control module:software

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

    Risk: Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.

  3. NHTSA 22V903000Dec 8, 2022Electrical System740,108 vehiclesOver-the-air fix

    Exterior lighting:lighting control module:software

    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."

    Risk: 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.

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
17 MPG
Highway
21 MPG
Combined
19 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,625
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2023 compared with other Silverado 1500 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2021Avoid93825817.5
2022Caution73630618
2023Good47382319
2024Caution60310218
2025Best20100018

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2023 model has a complaint index of 47 and ranks 9th worst of 16 model years, earning a "Good" verdict relative to other Silverado years.
What are the biggest problem areas for the 2023 Silverado 1500?
Engine complaints make up 48% of reports (185 complaints, median mileage 35,750), followed by Transmission & Powertrain at 28% and Electrical System at 19%.
Does the 2023 Silverado 1500 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2023 Silverado 1500, covering the engine, brakes (Electronic Brake Control Module software), and electrical system (body control module software).
How does the 2023 Silverado 1500 compare to other years?
With a complaint index of 47, 2023 ranks better than 2014 (100), 2021 (93), 2015 (87), and 2019 (80), but worse than years like 2012, 2013, and 2010, which are rated "Best."
What fuel economy does the 2023 Silverado 1500 get?
EPA rates the 2023 Silverado 1500 at 19 mpg combined (17 city / 21 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,625.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.