The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled, and the gear shifter became inoperable. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 92,564.
Chevrolet Silverado stalling problems
160 of the 8,746 owner complaints about the Chevrolet Silverado describe engine stalls while driving, most of them for the 2001 model year.
- owner complaints
- 160
- worst model year
- 2001
- typical repair cost reported
- $1,500
- typical mileage
- 47,800
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
Fuel pump 14Check engine light 13Loss of power 10Misfire 9Power steering loss 8Hesitation 7Engine failure 6Won't start 4
What owners say
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the vehicle would hesitate, stall and shut off at random times. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced an engine gasket but the failures continued to occur. The vehicle was later taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not yet notified. The failure mileage was 60,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost electrical power inadvertently. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was unable to veer to the side of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while driving. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer. The vehicle was taken to an independently certified GMC service center where it was diagnosed but no issues were found. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2017 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while traveling at 70 MPH, the brakes failed to operate. The contact was able to stop the vehicle with his emergency brake and pulled the vehicle off to the side of the road. The contact took the vehicle to bob stall chevrolet (7601 alvarado rd, la mesa, ca 91942) to have the vehicle serviced under the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v645000 (service brakes, hydraulic);however, the dealer did not have the parts to service the vehicle. The vehicle remained in their possession for 6 weeks. The contact requested a loaner vehicle which was denied. The manufacturer had been notified of matter and have offered no assistance. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet silverado. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was restarted the next day and was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump module was corroded and full of water. The fuel pump module was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet silverado. The contact had not experienced a failure prior to having the vehicle repaired for a manufacturer recall concerning the 4 wheel drive function ability. Also, the engine control module was reprogrammed. Shortly after the repair by the dealer, the vehicle manually shifted into 4 wheel drive when in reverse or drive and would not disengage in inclement weather. In addition, the vehicle idled roughly, shuttered, and then stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for further inspection and the battery was replaced. The dealer stated that there was a faulty ground connection under the dash panel. The ground surface was cleaned and the wiring was re-grounded. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was not available.
Vehicle has stalled upon initial acceleration after a stop. 3 of 4 of the times it happened were after a right hand turn. 3 of the 4 stalls occurred when vehicle was cold (no correlation with right hand turn).
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet silverado. While driving various speeds, the vehicle decelerated and stalled without warning. The contact had to park and restart the vehicle, but it would not accelerate past 10 MPH. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the wiring harness cam sensor failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact returned the vehicle to the dealer where several repairs were made, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 131,000.
My dash is cracking around the passenger airbag and above the instrument cluster. I am concerned that the cracked areas could come loose and become a projectile. The engine is also burning oil badly and could shut down while driving
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the steering wheel seized. In addition, the vehicle stalled. After several attempts, the vehicle was able to restart and the steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the anti- theft module and the steer-assist needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000. Updated 04/08/16
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
- What is wrong
- General Motors is recalling certain 2014 model year Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, and 2015 model year Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV; Chevrolet Silverado HD; and GMC Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL, equipped with a 4.3L engine or 5.3L engine.
- Risk
- The overheated exhaust components may melt nearby plastic parts and may result in an engine fire.
- Remedy
- General Motors will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the engine control module, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1‑800‑222‑1020 and GMC at 1‑800‑462‑8782. General Motors' number for this recall is 14008.
Recall number 14V007000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- On certain pickup trucks equipped with an 8.1l v8 engine, the crankshaft position can operate intermittently or fail completely. If the sensor operates intermittently, the ses light may illuminate and the vehicle may run rough. The engine may stall, and if so, may re-start immediately or after a cool down period.
- Risk
- If the sensor becomes completely inoperative, the engine will quit running and will not re-start. Either of these failures can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the crankshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on december 18, 2007. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 and gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.
Recall number 07V521000 · Recall details
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks equipped with an 8.1l v8 (rpo l8-VIN g) engine have a condition in which the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture resulting in inadequate retention of the damper.
- Risk
- If the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip free of charge. The recall began on august 31, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 and gmc trucks at 1‑866‑996‑9463.
Recall number 06V289000 · Recall details
Questions about the Chevrolet Silverado stalling
Which Chevrolet Silverado years have engine stalls while driving problems?
The model years with the most reports are 2001 (30 complaints), 1999 (16 complaints) and 2000 (11 complaints).
How much does it cost to fix engine stalls while driving on the Chevrolet Silverado?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $1,500 (median of 6 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
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