14 complaints reported

2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 POWER TRAIN,ENGINE

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Oct 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle lost power, jolted, and then stalled. The vehicle rolled while on a hill. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, while accelerating from a stop, the vehicle stalled again. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and a transmission-related error code was reset; however, the warning light reappeared. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and assisted with the cost of the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Sep 2024
Aug 2026

I am writing to formally document a series of catastrophic mechanical failures involving my vehicle, as well as serious inaccuracies currently reflected on the Carfax report. At approximately 15,000 miles, my vehicle experienced a catastrophic engine failure that required a full engine replacement. Less than 900 miles after the engine replacement, the vehicle then suffered a catastrophic transmission failure, which also required replacement. In connection with the transmission failure, there was also a fuel module issue that left me stranded. These failures were not minor or routine service events. One breakdown occurred on a major roadway and required the road to be shut down due to the vehicle being disabled. Another breakdown occurred on the Florida Turnpike as a result of complete engine failure, leaving me stranded in a highly dangerous situation. Despite the severity of these events, the Carfax report does not accurately reflect what occurred. The Carfax report does not state that the engine was replaced, and the transmission failure is not identified as a transmission replacement at all. Instead, it is reported as routine or normal service, without any indication that a catastrophic transmission failure or replacement occurred. This misrepresentation significantly understates the true condition and mechanical history of the vehicle. Due to the repeated catastrophic failures, the circumstances under which they occurred, and the risk posed to my safety and the safety of my family, I am genuinely afraid to drive this vehicle. I want to ensure that all of this information is properly documented and that the vehicle’s records accurately reflect its true history and condition.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Jun 2025
Dec 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over and turned off the vehicle. The contact restarted the vehicle after twenty minutes and was able to drive normally. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and shifting to drive(D) or reverse(R), the vehicle failed to move. The contact stated that recently the vehicle stalled, and the check engine warning light was illuminated and was not turning off. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 19,000.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Sep 2025
Oct 2025

I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY DOING 75 AND THE TRUCK STARTED JURKING AND SLOWING DOWN BY ITSELF AND GETTING LOUD. THE DISPLAY STATED REDUCE SPEED AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON..

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Oct 2025
Oct 2025

This is the third time since the purchase date of July 2023, that my Diesel 1500 Silverado has gone into "Reduced Engine Power" while driving. The first date was August 2024, while traveling down the interstate. The check engine light came on. My maximum speed was reduced to 50mph, and the transmission shifting was very jerky. This was extremely dangerous with the flow of traffic traveling 70+ mph. I returned to the dealer where the vehicle sat on the lot for approximately 60 days awaiting the part (Valve Body) from GM. Components were repaired through warranty. Fast forward to February 2025, "Reduced Engine Power" notification came on again with the code P0747, P700. Returned to dealer, and after a week of sitting on the lot, the technician could not duplicate the code. I requested that a new fuel filter be replaced for piece of mind. Today, 3 mos. later, as I was backing out of my driveway, my truck did not shift/engage into Reverse. I was able to roll into the road & put it in Drive, however it went into "Reduced Engine Power." The vehicle will have to be towed, at my expense, I'm sure, to further diagnose the cause. The truck does not move when shifted into Reverse, and pressure is applied to the pedal. It is extremely concerning knowing a national recall on identical GM components has been reported, and yet I have had identical issues without resolution. Despite the known problems and safety risks, especially with a child in the vehicle during each failure, I’ve been left without consistent or timely support. I am requesting immediate assistance in diagnosing and repairing this vehicle, as well as a formal explanation of why this recurring issue has not triggered a broader response or replacement. At this point, I’m also considering pursuing further action through GM corporate or a consumer protection agency if a permanent resolution is not reached.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Sep 2025
Aug 2025

Accelerating getting onto the highway, at about 65 mph I heard and felt 2 clunks and I lost propulsion. I made it to the side of the road and the vehicle went completely dead. I tried restarting it and it wouldn’t do a thing.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Jun 2025
Jul 2025

Transmission Control Valve Body. known issue on the 10spd transmission. GM will not do a recall. my truck was in the shop for 5 weeks in March 2024. Coolant Control Valve. known issue on these vehicles. GM will not do a recall. my truck is currently on its 4th week in the shop. and they are telling me it's 2-6 months out for the part. GM is continuing to manufacture new vehicles while those who already own vehicles are stuck waiting on a backordered part.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Jun 2025
Apr 2025

In August 2024 my 6.2 Chevrolet Silverado motor blew up. I was driving uphill when all the sudden it made a very loud sound like I had floored it and I had not. The engine revved really, really really high red line then it flashed across my dash to turn off the motor and the vehicle just shut itself off.. It left me stranded in the middle of the road and had to be towed to a Chevrolet dealer. It took them approximately 3 weeks to diagnose it as a catastrophic engine failure. And several more weeks to replace the motor, radiator and coolant lines. There was engine pieces in the radiator. Chevrolet refused to reimburse me my full cost of the rental that I had to get until they approved me a loaner..

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Aug 2024
Apr 2025

At 383 miles the engine started a ticking noise. Around the same mileage the transmission would also start make hard down shifts, especially into 1st gear. At around 27000 miles transmission would also shutter at light loads and low speeds. Attempted to take it to dealer 2 different times, but they had no loaner cars and needed it for more than a day. At milage 28,251 I drove to the dealership an insisted that it needed to be fixed. They were able to provide loaner car at that time. Engine ticking noise was cylinder number 7 lifter stuck closed. Transmission was unable to be checked due to engine needing repair. The Dealer replace all 8 lifters on drivers side of engine. Upon the fix they test drove for the transmission problem and noticed noise coming from the water pump. Replaced the water pump and was told transmission needed a new valve body. Those parts were on back order for over 3 months. They found a service bulletin to reprogram the transmission so they could release the truck to me instead of hold months for parts. After more than 30 days in shop picked up truck. After driving around for a few hours noticed engine noise again but different. Like a bearing? Dealer had already closed so took it back the next day. Couple days later was informed that the head gasket was installed wrong? REALLY. Went to the dealer's new car manager and asked to be traded out of it and into a new truck. Dealer offered me 10,000 below blue book for trade in! They didn't even want their own product back. Picked up truck couple days later and drove straight to Toyota and traded it in I needed a reliable truck. The dealer's service department was great with the problem. But it's the product that really [XXX] and had the potential to be very dangerous. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Feb 2025
Feb 2025

My truck, which has a 6.2 V8 L87 engine, seized up on the highway while on a road trip. The engine suddenly died with no warning or alerts on the dash. The mechanic told me that the oil pan was full of metal and the engine was completely seized. The engine needs to be replaced entirely at just under 40K miles. I have been diligent in taking the truck in for regular service at the dealership, and I had no indication of any problem with the vehicle until it died on the highway while traveling at 65 mph.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Feb 2025
Jan 2025

We were driving our truck with our family on vacation. We were going slowly entering the parking lot to our hotel when a sudden loud grinding noise caused our truck to shudder and shake. We stopped and got out and didn’t see that we ran over anything. We started to proceed and the sound was the same. We parked in a stall and left the vehicle overnight. No check engine lights were on. No warnings at all. It was Memorial Day weekend 2023. There were no dealerships open where we were vacationing, 3 hours from home. Very inconvenient. Later when the dealer looked at it, the thrust bearing was bad and the engine was shot. Needed a full replacement at 10,600 miles.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: May 2023
Jan 2025

While attempting to pull out into traffic at a T intersection, the vehicle would not accelerate as I got into roadway and gave me a "Reduced Acceleration" notice. I was almost hit by a vehicle that was coming towards me. This has happened 3 times now. I have not taken it the dealer yet.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Nov 2024
May 2024

Vehicle was re-started after running into a store, vehicle made loud growling noise from engine compartment and Service Engine Soon light came on. Took truck to dealer for diagnosis and repairs. was called and informed That the Coolant control valve was defective and that NO parts were available at this time, and that the expected part arrival dat was the third week of January. When asked if the truck was drivable was told that it wasn't recommended due to engine overheating concern and vehicle going into LIMP mode and leaving me in an unsafe situation if traveling on a highway or at freeway speeds.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Apr 2024
Oct 2023

2023 Silverado 1500 3.0 Duramax. Transmission failure and engine overheating at 5k miles. I was towing a trailer when the 1st transmission failure occurred. The engine shut off, and said shift to N to start while coasting with loss of power braking. I was able to get started but transmission would slip when shifting above 1st gear. I had to tow to the nearest level point to safely park the vehicle, for fear of rolling backwards down 8% grade. At that point the computer was showing engine overheat loss of power warnings. GM roadside assistance towed to nearest dealer, refilled transmission with fluid, and put me back on the road for it to fail again in traffic (loss of power / unable to move). I have now been without vehicle going on 30 days and worry there is more wrong with the vehicle than just a blown transmission (latest GM diagnosis with no repair eta). For a few hours prior to failure I noticed what seemed like the transmission hunting for gears at lower speeds (0-25) with hesitation. Could have been slipping. And also noticed strange / louder than usual turbo noises. I worry the system is generating too much pressure or has mixed oil with coolant somewhere, based on finding atf, coolant, and engine oil near the overflow and all over the bottom of the vehicle. GM support has been atrocious and someone should step in.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2023 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Sep 2023

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