2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: check engine light

Filed Nov 6, 2026 · Engine · 139,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a loud clunking sound coming from the engine, the vehicle hesitated before accelerating and lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, where diagnostic testing determined that the engine failed and required replacement. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 139,000.

Filed Jul 14, 2026 · Transmission · CT

Torque converter clutch failed and sent metal chips through the transmission causing the transmission to fall and made the truck not drivable. The check engine light came on a few hours before the transmission finally gave out. The transmission would not shift out of first gear. We were on a family trip to [XXX] from [XXX] and this left us stranded with three kids in the truck on the side of the road. When I took the truck to the shop they asked several other transmission shops if they had seen this issue and they all confirmed they did with the same truck and the best case is to rebuild the transmission instead of replacing the just the torque converter clutch due to the amount of damage it did. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Mar 30, 2026 · Transmission · 80,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While the contact was operating the vehicle, the vehicle came to a stop at a stop sign. While attempting to accelerate, the vehicle stalled and failed to move. The contact stated that the transmission failed to operate properly, and the vehicle was unable to shift into gear. The contact stated that the vehicle shut off with the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was unable to be restarted or moved from the roadway. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle at the residence and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

Filed Mar 16, 2026 · Fuel system · 180,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle hesitated before jolting into the next gear. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle occasionally lost automotive power while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic who was able to retrieve DTC: P0452; and recommended that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact had taken the vehicle back to the same mechanic and was advised that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

Filed Jun 3, 2025 · Fuel system · PA

In light of the recalls for other Silverado Fuel Pumps, I believe an investigation should be initiated for vehicles like mine that are part of the same manufacturer but were not part of the original recall. Right when this recall was announced my Silverado which is in excellent condition and has only 73,000 miles on it has a failing fuel pump, communicated by a check engine light and coded for the fuel pump failure. According to my dealer the cost to replace is almost 2,000 dollars. A fuel pump in a heavy duty truck should not fail after only 73000 miles.

Filed May 6, 2025 · Engine, Transmission · MO

While driving my vehicle, with around 85,000 miles, the engine suddenly began running rough and felt jerky and sluggish. This was concerning and potentially dangerous situation, as the engine failure happened while I was travelling at high speed. A sudden loss of power on the highway put me and other drivers at serious risk. The check engine light came on, so I pulled over as soon as I could safely do so. Shortly after, the light started flashing, so I shut off the engine and contacted the dealership service department. They advised having the vehicle towed in for inspection. Prior to this event, I had not had any issues with the vehicle nor had the check engine light come on. After looking into it, the dealership initially suspected a thrown rod but said they wouldn't know the full extent of the issue until they could tear down the engine. Upon further inspection, they determined that the lifters had failed and would need to be replaced. The dealership has performed all regular maintenance and oil changes on my vehicle. When I asked what could have caused this, they explained that it's a known issue with these lifters and engines - one that Chevrolet has experienced for years, even in models prior to my 2017.

Filed Mar 7, 2025 · Engine · 60,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the engine started misfiring and the vehicle was shuddering. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with cylinder #4 lifter failure and a bent push rod. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred while driving. The vehicle was taken to a Toyota dealer, where it was diagnosed with a bent push rod. The vehicle was then taken to Spradley Chevrolet (2146 U S 50, Pueblo, CO 81008), where it was diagnosed with cylinder #4 lifter failure and a bent push rod. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered to partially cover the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Filed Mar 6, 2025 · Transmission · CA

The six speed transmission 6L80 failed with less then 60k miles and before it's first service due at 72k miles, I have already had the transmission repaired so the original transmission components are not available for inspection. My transmission failed when I was driving across the Coronado bridge in San Diego CA. This bridge has no shoulders to safely pull over. I had my truck towed to Cummings Chevrolet in National City CA. and they confirmed the transmission needed replacing. Yes the check engine light did come on but it was already too late to save the transmission.

Filed Mar 4, 2025 · Transmission · 134,000 miles · LA

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission downshifted with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was informed that the vehicle could not be diagnosed due to the check engine warning light not being illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency Hotline for further assistance. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 134,000.

Filed Feb 24, 2025 · Engine · PA

My truck is a 2017, but only has 46,000 miles on it. The engine light came on and it started banding loudly. I lost power and it would not go over 30 miles per hour. The dealer informed me the lifter failed and destroyed the cam shaft. Upon research, I have discovered this is a problem for many of the 5.3 engines. Many people are stuck now. I realize I have no warrantee, but I take excellent care of the truck and it only has 46,000 miles on it. It should not need a new motor, especially if it is due to a defect from GM. They knew about this issue and are doing nothing. I am now faced with an $11,000 quote for a new engine. This is wrong on so many levels.

Filed Feb 6, 2025 · Engine · MN

Engine push rod was bent which caused lifters and 1cam shaft to be destroyed. Vehicle is tore down at dealership right now. The immediate decrease of speed and power while in traffic. Then a loud bang and engine missing. Yes, dealership. No No, but once it failed check engine light was flashing, anti lock brake lights came on. In the last few weeks four other trucks, besides ours, have been into the same dealership with similar problems. At the time when our truckcame in another truck was in for similar problems. The years of the vehicles are from 2017, 2018, 2019, Chevy Silverado 5.3 liter engines.

Filed Feb 5, 2025 · Engine · OR

The truck suddenly started misfiring, running rough and lost power while driving. All the dash lights illuminated and the check engine light began flashing. We were a couple hours from home so we had to have the truck towed home. This could have been much worse as we were towing a trailer on a busy highway but luckily we were able to pull over to the side of the highway. Upon returning home we had the truck checked at the local Chevrolet dealership service department and were told we needed a whole new engine. After about 5 months after the initial incident we paid to have a new engine installed at the same dealership that inspected it. The truck had not exhibited any signs of any problems prior to the incident.