Engine
5.3L 8-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 74 of 74 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 31 of 74 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Engine & cooling
22 complaint records4 fire reports
"While trying to Jumpstart the battery the factory gm battery exploded send battery acid flying everywhere. Causing chemical burns. Ring Video available of incident...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Electrical system
19 complaint records2 fire reports
"While trying to Jumpstart the battery the factory gm battery exploded send battery acid flying everywhere. Causing chemical burns. Ring Video available of incident...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Fuel system
10 complaint records
"The Def system and turbo system. It will not let me tow nothing. And has started limited my speed to 65mph and says in 55 miles it will restrict to 55mph. I need my truck for work...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse fuel system parts in the directory →
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V325000 | Air Bags | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 vehicles. | Normally free |
| 26V166000 | Air Bags | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 Crew Cab vehicles. | Normally free |
| 25V432000 | Air Bags | General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2018 GMC Sierra 1500, 2019 Sierra 2500, 3500, Chevrolet Silverado 3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab vehicles. | Normally free |
| 24V756000 | Air Bags | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2018-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 Crew Cab trucks. | Normally free |
| 23V047000 | Fuel System, Diesel | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 vehicles equipped with a dual fuel tank option. | Normally free |
| 21V496000 | Equipment | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500 and 2017-2019 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with a Duramax diesel 6.6 liter engine and an optional engine-block heater... | Normally free |
| 19V328000 | Engine | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500, 5500 and 6500 vehicles and 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with Duramax 6.6... | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026245 2026-05-21 | Airbag | 357 | Issue: On certain trucks, the side curtain airbag inflators could be defective. As a result, the driver and/or passenger side curtain airbag inflator(s) could deploy without a crash. |
| 2026129 2026-03-19 | Airbag | 222 | Issue: On certain trucks, the side curtain airbag inflators could be defective. As a result, the driver and/or passenger side curtain airbag inflator(s) could deploy without a crash. |
| 2025352 2025-06-25 | Airbag | 169 | Issue: On certain trucks, the side curtain airbag inflators could be defective. As a result, the driver and/or passenger side curtain airbag inflator(s) could deploy without a crash. |
| 2024294 2024-05-24 | Electrical | 4,699 | Issue: On certain trucks, the repairs completed by a General Motors dealer during recall N192220470 (Transport Canada recall no. 2019-325) or customer satisfaction program no. N192270330 may not have been completed properly. |
| 2023040 2023-02-02 | Fuel System | 570 | Issue: On certain trucks equipped with a diesel engine and dual fuel tanks, the rear fuel pump may not transfer enough fuel to the front tank. If this happens, you may notice an engine hesitation and the check engine light may turn on. |
Show 18 more Canadian recalls
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022160 2022-03-31 | Accessories | 1,520 | Issue: This recall is a new notification for owners that purchased a soft or hard tri-fold tonneau cover from a General Motors dealer. On certain trucks, the bed-cover could come loose while driving and detach from the truck. |
| 2021767 2021-12-17 | Tires | 14 | Issue: This recall affects certain trucks equipped with optional 18", 20", or 22" wheels and tires. The spare tire has a smaller diameter than the tires on the truck. |
| 2021407 2021-07-01 | Electrical | 36,376 | Issue: On certain vehicles, a small coolant leak could cause the engine block-heater cable to short circuit while plugged in. |
| 2021347 2021-06-03 | Tires | 26 | Issue: On certain vehicles, recall 2021-103 may not have been properly completed. As a result, a second inspection is necessary. Certain vehicles were built with tires that may have been cured too long. |
| 2021103 2021-02-26 | Tires | 2,360 | Issue: Certain vehicles were built with tires that may have been cured too long. As a result, the sidewall could crack or the tread and belts could separate. This could lead to a sudden loss of air pressure and could cause a tire failure. |
| 2020624 2020-12-17 | Seats And Restraints | 71,484 | Issue: On certain trucks, the seat belt brackets for the front-row centre seat may not be properly attached to the seat frame. As a result, the seat belt could detach, and may not work as designed in a crash. |
| 2020505 2020-10-23 | Powertrain | 5 | Issue: On a small number of trucks, the driveshaft may not have been properly welded. As a result, the driveshaft could break while driving and cause a loss of power to the wheels. |
| 2020165 2020-04-16 | Accessories | 3,991 | Issue: On certain Silverado LD and Sierra LD models, the bed-cover could come loose while driving and detach from the truck. This problem affects tri-fold tonneau covers that were factory ordered or sold as an accessory. |
| 2020034 2020-01-30 | Brakes | 23,092 | Issue: Certain trucks that were repaired under recall 2019-630 (GM #N192268090) received a software update that has an error. As a result, a second repair is required. |
| 2019630 2019-12-12 | Brakes | 67,648 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the electronic stability control (ESC) and antilock brake system (ABS) could turn off due to a software error. If this happens, the vehicle's ESC and ABS warning lights would not turn on. |
| 2019631 2019-12-12 | Electrical | 24,289 | Issue: On certain trucks, the nut that attaches the positive battery cable to the alternator could loosen. This could affect the electrical connection, resulting in an engine stall and/or arcing. |
| 2019575 2019-11-14 | Seats And Restraints | 75,208 | Issue: On certain trucks, after a crash where a front seat belt pretensioner deploys, the carpet could catch fire. Safety Risk: A fire that occurs after a crash could create an increased risk of injury. |
| 2019494 2019-10-03 | Accessories | 2,668 | Issue: Certain truck bed-covers could come loose while driving and detach from the truck. This problem affects tri-fold soft tonneau covers that were factory ordered or sold as an accessory. |
| 2019420 2019-08-21 | Other | 5,327 | Issue: This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. |
| 2019325 2019-06-28 | Electrical | 159,474 | Issue: On certain trucks equipped with a power sliding rear window, the rear defroster circuit could overheat. This could cause melting, smoke or, in rare instances, a fire. Safety Risk: A fire could create a risk of injury. |
| 2019204 2019-04-26 | Electrical | 40,457 | Issue: A problem with the engine-block heater cable or the terminals that connect the heater cable to the block heater could cause a short circuit. |
| 2019205 2019-04-26 | Accessories | 1,915 | Issue: Certain Silverado LD and Sierra LD truck bed-covers could come loose while driving and detach from the truck. This problem affects tri-fold tonneau covers that were factory ordered or sold as an accessory. |
| 2018688 2018-12-07 | Airbag | 11 | On certain vehicles, a retainer ring within the passenger frontal airbag module may have been damaged during the assembly process. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22-NA-244 May 2024 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Electrical System | This service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period. |
| PIT5698F Sep 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it. | |
| PIP6133 Sep 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This PI was created to help address the correct repair regarding a low coolant message on the DIC | |
| PIP4902W Sep 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | |
| PIP6127A Aug 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This document assists GM dealer technicians with diagnosing torque converter concerns to ensure torque converter replacement is necessary. |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIT5680B Jul 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This PI provides information to repair the door water deflector which is not sealed properly allows water into the door jam/sill area. | |
| PIT5509N Jul 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues. | |
| PIT5099J Jul 2026 | Unknown Or Other | PI to help diagnose A/C concern | |
| PIT5544J Jun 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates information on a hydraulic rush type noise from the power steering gear. This noise is a characteristic of the new Active Hydraulic Assist System RPO NV8 and no repairs should be made. | |
| PIP6114 May 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This document restricts dealers from ordering an engine assembly. The technician must contact GM Technical Assistance to have diagnostics verified and that an engine assembly is needed. | |
| PIT5509M May 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues. | |
| PIT3271Q Apr 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available. | |
| PIP4902V Mar 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | |
| PIP6104 Mar 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect. | |
| PIT6425D Mar 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC'ss | |
| PIT4506J Feb 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that some owners of Heavy Duty Trucks and Utilities may ask if they can lower their tire pressures. | |
| PIT6483 Feb 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information communicates an issue with aftermarket LED headlights causing IPC warning messages and MIL along with several low speed lan DTCs. | |
| PIT6425C Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's | |
| PIT6400A Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This PI Communications information on an alternative product dealers can use to perform 19-NA-255: Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting due to issue with getting product from current supplier listed in the bulletin. | |
| PIP4902U Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | |
| PIT5214G Nov 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical... | |
| PIT6451 Nov 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This PI communicates information that Engineering is aware of concern and working to correct false Service Trailer Turn Signal Message when operating the power tailgate with no trailer connected. | |
| PIT6425B Oct 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's | |
| PIT6425A Oct 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's | |
| 13598 Sep 2025 | Unknown Or Other | New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH | |
| PIT5479H Sep 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about fluid leaking from the brake caliper piston area found during a service of the vehicle. The substance is actually excess assembly grease from the caliper boot and piston. | |
| PIP4902T Aug 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | |
| PIC5650M Aug 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. | |
| PIT5161L Jul 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a bump feel or clunk noise at a stop or on launch. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic | |
| PIP5865E Jul 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of DTC P30BF failing on low mile vehicles due to the possibility of the cylinder 1/2 sliding barrel binding on intake camshaft. | |
| N252494770-01 Jun 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Unknown Or Other | Amendments to the Song-Beverly Act (SBA) California warranty law provides vehicle owners with an opportunity to submit a written notice to GM before filing a lawsuit seeking a vehicle repurchase. |
| N252494770 Jun 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Unknown Or Other | Amendments to the Song-Beverly Act (SBA) California warranty law provides vehicle owners with an opportunity to submit a written notice to GM before filing a lawsuit seeking a vehicle repurchase. |
| PIT6400 Jun 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This PI Communications information on an alternative product dealers can use to perform 19-NA-255: Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting due to issue with getting product from current supplier listed in the bulletin. | |
| PIT6180A Jun 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates assistance in locating the Rear seat belt comfort guides in the parts catalog. | |
| PIP4902S Jun 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | |
| 25-NA-156 Jun 2025 | Wheels | This service bulletin provides information on Tire Sidewall Irregularities. | |
| 00-06-01-026R Jun 2025 | Engine | This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage. | |
| 07-08-42-006U Jun 2025 | Exterior Lighting | This service bulletin provides technicians with information on available BCM calibrations to restore bulb outage detection on vehicles produced by a second stage manufacturer (Upfitter), and/or turn signals flash fast after factory box removed. | |
| PIT5074R May 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. | |
| 23-NA-153 May 2025 | Engine | The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay. | |
| 25-NA-114 May 2025 | Structure | This informational bulletin provides information on Anti-Chip Coating Appearance. | |
| 15-NA-010 May 2025 | Engine | This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in other states. | |
| 25-NA-100 Apr 2025 | Engine | This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on vehicles outside of a California Emissions State who move to and register their vehicle in a California Emission State may be entitled to the 7 year, 70,000-mile Emission Select State Component Limited Warranty. | |
| PI0281L Apr 2025 | Steering | This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. | |
| PIT5551R Apr 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates a "Forward Collision System Reduced" message displayed on the DIC when the Forward Automatic Braking has been set to the "Alert" setting. This is normal when the FAB has been set to "Alert". | |
| 13-02-32-001H Apr 2025 | Steering | This service bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed power steering system to correct a power steering noise or fluid leak concern that is caused during extremely low temperatures. | |
| 07-00-89-037W Apr 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs. | |
| 25-NA-087 Apr 2025 | Electrical System | This service bulletin provides information on the proper Reflective High Temperature Heat and/or Insulating Tape to use for certain repairs, such as Wiring Harness Repairs. | |
| 13-08-116-001K Mar 2025 | Electrical System | The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them. | |
| 07-08-42-006T Mar 2025 | Exterior Lighting | This service bulletin provides technicians with information on available BCM calibrations to restore bulb outage detection on vehicles produced by a second stage manufacturer (Upfitter), and/or turn signals flash fast after factory box removed. | |
| 25-NA-052 Mar 2025 | Engine | This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to oil in system. | |
| 25-NA-065 Mar 2025 | Steering | This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis. | |
| 24-NA-098 Mar 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information. | |
| PIT5511F Mar 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that some vehicles may have a dim Driver Information Center when the interior of the vehicle is hot from a sun load or extended heater operation. | |
| 08-03-10-006I Mar 2025 | Wheels | This service bulletin provides a procedure on how to clean and resurface aluminum wheel bead seats for vehicles that have the condition of Tire Slowly Goes Flat, Tire Air Loss, Low Tire Pressure Warning Light Illuminated, Aluminum Wheel Bead Seat Corrosion. | |
| 15-06-03-001F Mar 2025 | Electrical System | This service bulletin provides information to diagnose batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or cold weather climates and testing those batteries. | |
| 19-NA-255 Mar 2025 | Structure | This service bulletin provides frame coating repair information to correct a customer concern of wax coating on frame peeling, metal shows corrosion/rusting (U.S. and Canada Only). | |
| 17-NA-073 Mar 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy. | |
| 24-NA-046 Mar 2025 | Structure | This technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct the condition of Suction Cup Marks on Window Glass. | |
| 05-03-07-009L Feb 2025 | Suspension | This service bulletin provides information on Wheel Alignment Specifications, Requirements and Recommendations for GM Vehicles. |
Showing 60 of 1021 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Smell for fuel and watch the first restart when hot.Hard starting when warm, hesitation under load, or any fuel odor near the tank or engine bay match this vehicle's fuel-system cluster. Check the recall table for fuel pump campaigns.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 7 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask the dealer whether the warranty extension on file still applies to this VIN.The manufacturer issued 1 warranty extension for this vehicle (see the service bulletins section). Extended coverage often runs by years or miles from the original sale, and a repair the seller paid for may have been free.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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