The Lemon IndexAll cars · Chevrolet Silverado
2023 Chevrolet Silverado.
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado is so far better than average by owner complaints: 450 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 68, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 4 recalls, and it gets 15 to 26 mpg combined. The best Chevrolet Silverado year is 2012.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 450 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Chevrolet Silverado year. 2023 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 16K to 49K miles on the car (63 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- engine complaints mostly came at 22K–47K miles
Recalls 4
- engine 2025
The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
- brakes 2024
The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs.
- latches/locks/linkages 2024
The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in park.
Show all 4 recalls
- lights 2022
The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Government investigations
- OpenLoss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy2026
- OpenLoss of motive power due to engine failure2025
- ClosedLoss of motive power due to engine failure post recall remedy2026
- ClosedLoss of motive power due to engine failure2025
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC 4WD | not rated | not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC RWD | not rated | not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC 4WD | not rated | not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC RWD | not rated | not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3400–5300 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.0L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
Valve body went out while driving, drastically reduced speed, threw code p0747.
2023 Chevrolet Silverado owner · NHTSA complaint 11727139
More owner reports
While accelerating from a traffic signal the transmission shifted very hard and caused the vehicle to suddenly lunge forward.
NHTSA complaint 11651937
Engine failure while driving without warning (lights)which caused catastrophic damage to Engine and needed to be replaced
NHTSA complaint 11639836
Quick answers
Is the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 1.5× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2023 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 68; 100 is average). The best Chevrolet Silverado year by this measure is 2012.
What are the most common 2023 Chevrolet Silverado problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (36%), transmission & drivetrain (30%) and electrical (18%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado have?
4 safety recalls (latest: engine). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado get?
15 to 26 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2023 Chevrolet Silverado problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 16,000 and 49,500 miles. The middle report was at 34,000 miles, from 63 complaints.
Does the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 30% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado cost in fuel a year?
About $3400 to $5300 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado have?
3.0L 6-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl.
What Chevrolet Silverado year is better than the 2023?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2012, 2010 and 2011.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works