--- title: "Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Problems and Years to Avoid" description: "How the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 problems and recalls specification changed from 2012 to 2025, compared generation by generation. 6 documented problems with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, with symptoms, affected years, and typical repair costs. 3 of them are serious. 2 carry a recall or TSB number." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/common-problems" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Common Problems and Years to Avoid The specification is not the same across every year we cover, the table below shows exactly where it changes. ## Has the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 problems and recalls specification changed by year? | Model years | Documented issues | Serious | With a recall or TSB | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [2019-2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2019-2025/common-problems) | 6 | 3 | 2 | | [2014-2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2014-2018/common-problems) | 5 | 1 | 1 | | [2012-2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2012-2013/common-problems) | 5 | 2 | 1 | ## Full specifications by generation The problems and recalls on a Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is set by its generation, not its model year, so each generation has one page carrying the complete figures, part numbers and fitment notes for every year it covers. - [2019-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2019-2025/common-problems) - [2014-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2014-2018/common-problems) - [2012-2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2012-2013/common-problems) ## Chevrolet Silverado 1500 problems and recalls: common questions ### What are the most common problems with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500? The recurring ones are: 6.2l l87 crankshaft/rod-bearing failure, major recall; dfm lifter failure (5.3l and 6.2l); 8-speed/10-speed torque-converter shudder; 3.0l duramax high-pressure fuel pump failure / long crank; duramax oil-pump belt service everyone forgets. Each is detailed above with symptoms, affected years, and typical cost. ### Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 years should you avoid? The years to be most careful with are those affected by 6.2l l87 crankshaft/rod-bearing failure, major recall (2021-2024 (6.2L L87, built Mar 2021-May 2024)) and dfm lifter failure (5.3l and 6.2l) (2019-2023 (worst 2019-2021)) and 3.0l duramax high-pressure fuel pump failure / long crank (2020-2022 (LM2; LZ0 revised the fuel system)). A documented problem is not automatically a reason to walk away. Service records showing the repair was done change the picture entirely. ### Are there recalls on the Chevrolet Silverado 1500? 2 of the issues listed carry a recall or technical service bulletin: NHTSA 25V-274 / GM N252494001 (6.2l l87 crankshaft/rod-bearing failure, major recall), TSB 18-NA-355 (8L45/8L90 shudder) (8-speed/10-speed torque-converter shudder). Recall work is free at a franchised dealer regardless of age or mileage. Check your VIN on the NHTSA site to see what is outstanding. ### How much do Chevrolet Silverado 1500 repairs typically cost? Typical figures for the issues above: 6.2l l87 crankshaft/rod-bearing failure, major recall, Free under recall (engine replacement or 0W-40 remedy); dfm lifter failure (5.3l and 6.2l), Free under 5-yr/60k powertrain warranty; $2,500-$5,500 (lifters/cam) or $8,000+ (engine) after; 8-speed/10-speed torque-converter shudder, $300-$500 fluid exchange; free reflash under warranty; 3.0l duramax high-pressure fuel pump failure / long crank, Free under 5-yr/100k diesel powertrain warranty; $8,000-$12,000 fuel-system rebuild out of warranty. ## Sources - [GM TechLink, official 2019/2020 engine oil capacity chart (all T1XX engines)](https://gm-techlink.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/TechLink-engine-oil-capacities-2019-2020_C.pdf) - [NHTSA Part 573 report, recall 25V-274, 6.2L L87 engine failure](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2025/RCLRPT-25V274-1598.PDF) - [GM Authority, Silverado/Sierra 6.2L L87 recall coverage](https://gmauthority.com/blog/2025/04/chevy-silverado-gmc-sierra-recalled-for-6-2l-v8-engine-loss-of-propulsion/) - [Blauparts, 2020-2025 Silverado 3.0L LM2/LZ0 oil change kit (dexosD 0W-20)](https://www.blauparts.com/chevrolet-silverado-1500-oil-change-kit-3-0l-lm2-lz0-duramax-diesel-0w20-dexosd.html) - [Duramax Forum, LM2 oil pump belt 150,000-mi service](https://www.duramaxforum.com/threads/oil-pump-belt-on-lm2.1016808/) - [Costa Oils, 2020 Silverado 2.7L (L3B) oil change guide (PF66)](https://costaoils.com/2020-chevrolet-silverado-1500-pickup-2-7l-oil-change-guide/) - [AutoZone, 2020 Silverado 1500 battery fitment (Group 48/H6, AGM)](https://www.autozone.com/batteries-starting-and-charging/battery/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2020) - [Goodyear, 2019 Silverado Custom Trail Boss OE tire (LT275/65R18)](https://www.goodyear.com/en_US/vehicle-search/Chevrolet_Silverado-1500_2019_Custom-Trail-Boss_256968-S-161259) - [Wheel-Size.com, 2019 Silverado 1500 OE fitments](https://www.wheel-size.com/size/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2019/) - [XenonPro, 2019-2021 Silverado bulb size chart (H11 low / 9005 high, halogen trims)](https://www.xenonpro.com/blogs/home/2019-to-2021-chevy-silverado-1500-headlight-bulb-sizes) - [Cox Chevrolet, Silverado 1500 towing capacity by engine/year](https://www.coxchevy.com/manufacturer-information/chevrolet-silverado-1500-towing-capacity/) ## Find your exact Silverado 1500 - [2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2025) - [2024](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2024) - [2023](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2023) - [2022](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2022) - [2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2021) - [2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2020) - [2019](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2019) - [2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2018) - [2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2017) - [2016](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2016) - [2015](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2015) - [2014](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2014) - [2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2013) - [2012](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/2012) More Chevrolet Silverado 1500 guides: - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/bulbs) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/service-schedule) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/chevrolet/silverado-1500/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.