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.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 engine failure problems
866 of the 18,180 owner complaints about the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 describe engine failure, most of them for the 2021 model year.
- owner complaints
- 866
- worst model year
- 2021
- typical repair cost reported
- $7,319
- typical mileage
- 72,950
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
Check engine light 165Loss of power 148Knocking 131Stalling 67Misfire 50Steering lock-up 44Won't start 40Oil consumption 28
Trouble codes mentioned
P0016 14P0300 5P0521 3P0304 2P0011 2P146B 1P1467 1P06DD 1P050D 1P0500 1
What owners say
Engine failure at 98,011 miles. Engine replaced (with a reman I believe) two months after incident. Engine failure caused electrical issues which I had to pay out of pocket.
I parked truck in driveway and an hour later it would not start. It was towed to 87 Garage where they installed new starter. Mechanic called and said starter was not problem, then engine seized. Need a new engine. This could be catastrophic if it seized while driving. GM tells me take to dealer an pay diagnostic fee to help. I’ve read a recall maybe coming issue by the federal safety agency after GM hands over all of these reports on 13 November 2026. My engine seized 31 October 2026. I’m waiting for new engine replacement cost estimated 15-20,000.00 from 87 Garage.
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the engine seized. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the screws had backed out of the CAM actuator. The contact was informed that the engine and the turbo needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 74,800.
My 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 equipped with the 6.2L V8 engine experienced a sudden loss of propulsion while driving. The engine did not completely shut off, but pressing the accelerator produced no power or acceleration. I was on the highway going about 80mph with traffic when it happened and left me stranded on the side of the very busy highway. The vehicle was taken to a Chevrolet dealership on September 18, 2026. Following an engine teardown, the dealership informed me that an engine bearing had failed. As of November 5, 2026, the vehicle remains at the dealership while GM determines whether to rebuild or replace the engine. The engine recall had reportedly been completed before I purchased the vehicle. I am concerned about the safety of this failure and whether the recall remedy adequately addresses the underlying defect.
Engine Seized. Truck wouldn’t shift to neutral to be towed. Tow Truck with Dollies had to be called. Blocked/Detoured traffic for six hours at the main entrance to CMH AirPort Construction Parking. Yelled at by Security on site to move truck. Absolutely Humiliating.
Follow-up to the federal safety agency complaint #11659972. My 2024 Silverado ZR2's 6.2L engine was replaced in May 2025 under recall 25V‑274. Around 13,800-14,000 miles the same symptoms returned: hard shifting, severe loss of fuel economy, sputtering, and the engine leaking oil every time I added more. The truck is unsafe to drive; an engine failure at highway speed could kill the driver, passengers and others. Service scheduled at Paramus Chevrolet for 12/10/2025.
Follow-up to the federal safety agency complaint #11659972. On 12/10/2025 at 14,808 miles, under warranty, I brought my 2024 Silverado ZR2 (engine replaced May 2025 under recall 25V‑274) to Paramus Chevrolet for hard shifting, sputtering, severe fuel economy loss and oil leaks. The dealer opened a case with GM, drove it about 214 miles logging data, and sent the data to GM. GM refused to repair it. The truck was returned 12/16/2025 at 15,022 miles unfixed and unsafe; an engine failure at highway speed could kill the driver, passengers and others.
Vehicle has been at Paramus Chevrolet since 9/29/2026 for the same 6.2L engine failure (recall 25V‑274). GM determined it needed a new engine. This is the third engine installed in the vehicle. After installation, the problem is not fixed and the vehicle runs worse. The dealer has no timetable for repair. The vehicle remains undriveable. Prior complaints: #11659972, #11775349, #11775351. GM case #116587983.
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the check engine warning light started flashing. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the engine was disassembled and the vehicle was diagnosed with engine lifters failure, causing engine failure. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Action Number: EA25007 (Engine, Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 25V274000 · Recall details
Questions about the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 engine failure
Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 years have engine failure problems?
The model years with the most reports are 2021 (149 complaints), 2022 (135 complaints) and 2019 (130 complaints).
How much does it cost to fix engine failure on the Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $7,319 (median of 79 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
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