Name: 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Brand: Chevrolet

Chevrolet Silverado 1500

EPA MPG: 18 mpg

Owner Reported MPG:

EPA MPG: 18 mpg

Owner Reported MPG:

RECALL ALERT: There are 11 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

There are 11 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Apple CarPlay

"At times, Apple Car Play will not work. I unplug and plug phone to try and remedy this problem, but it generally doesnt help. Usually, after arriving at my destination, the problem has corrected when I restart vehicle"

Anonymous A., ID (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom 4.3-L V6)

Display screen freezes up

"while navigating the screen froze. Pulled over turned vehicle off for 5 minutes. Started up and worked. Returned to dealer and they upgraded software."

Anonymous A., CO (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3.0-L 6 Cyl diesel)

Display screen goes blank

"Since the vehicle was new, the display screen will go blank, and come back on after approximately 30 seconds. It is sporadic. It wont do it for a couple of weeks, and then it will do it almost every day for about a week. This cycle continues. Dealer told me that Chevrolet was aware of the problem, but I have not heard about a recall."

Anonymous A., ID (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Custom 4.3-L V6)

External music device interface (e.g., smart phone, MP3 player)

"No sound"

Anonymous A., GA (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country 6.2-L V8)

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

What Owners Say

Other major transmission & clutch problem

"The Transmission pump went out and it took months to get the parts."

Anonymous, WA (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST 3.0-L 6 Cyl diesel)

Transmission rebuild or replacement

"Transmission pump started to make a noise; upon inspection it was going bad & needed to be replaced."

Anonymous A., WA (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST 3.0-L 6 Cyl diesel)

"Transmission started making a grinding noise one morning when I came to a stop it sounded like a stick was rubbing the fan motor when I got at home it was so loud just an idol that it sounded like it was coming apart. I called the CHEVROLET dealership and let them listen to the sound it was making and had to have it towed to the dealership. They had it for over a week CHEVROLET deciding whether they were going to fix it or replace it they replaced it."

Anonymous, FL (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ 3.0-L 6 Cyl diesel)

Noises And Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

What Owners Say

Air or water leaks

"Water leaks in behind the third brake light spoiler and gets the head liner wet above the rear window. CHEVROLET said it is only covered under the 36,000 mile 3 year warranty, both are past already and they want $400 just to diagnose the leak and will give a quoted repair price after the diagnosis is completed."

Anonymous A., PA (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST 5.3-L V8)

"Rain water leaks around the top the driver's door"

Anonymous A., TX (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3-L V8)

"Rear window water leak.started leaking after warranty and was to expensive to get repaired."

Anonymous, ON (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country 6.2-L V8)

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

What Owners Say

Other emissions/fuel system problem

"intercooler low pressure cooler pump."

Anonymous A., ON (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST 3.0-L 6 Cyl diesel)

"Engine light came on. Vehicle seemed fine but took to dealer. They found exhaust leak and repaired."

Anonymous A., CO (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 3.0-L 6 Cyl diesel)

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

What Owners Say

Rough shifting

"The shaft speed sensors failed multiple times. Once initially, again after having the valve body replaced, and once again after having the whole transmission replaced."

Anonymous, AL (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3-L V8)

Slipping transmission

"Started about 10/2023. It would slip every time we drove it. Due to a death in the family, we finally had it repaired 12/2023. There was water in the transmission fluid."

Anonymous, FL (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3-L V8)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

What Owners Say

Loose/rattling heat shield

"It was the muffler"

Anonymous, PA (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3-L V8)

Muffler

"A baffle inside the muffler had broken loose. The dealer replaced the muffler under warranty. Problem solved"

Anonymous, PA (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3-L V8)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

What Owners Say

Driveshaft or axle

"the seal was leaking oil on the driveshaft coming out of the transfer case"

Anonymous, AB (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3-L V8)

"Bar axle seal"

Anonymous, AZ (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 High Country 6.2-L V8)

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

What Owners Say

Premature brake wear

"Brakes had to be replaced at 65,000 miles including pads rotors."

Anonymous A., MI (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3-L V8)

Rotors

"The rotator went bad had to replace them"

Anonymous, PA (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3-L V8)

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

What Owners Say

Heated or cooled seats

"The heated seats controls stopped working for about 2 months. Since it was summer, I did not address the problem right away. Then they started to work intemittingly and that is where I am at with them as of now. I will get them fixed before winter"

Anonymous A., MI (2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT 5.3-L V8)

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

What Owners Say

Paint And Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

Steering And Suspension

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Reliability

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

In-car Electronics

What Owners Say

Transmission Major

What Owners Say

Noises And Leaks

What Owners Say

Fuel System/Emissions

What Owners Say

Transmission Minor

What Owners Say

Exhaust

What Owners Say

Drive System

What Owners Say

Brakes

What Owners Say

Engine Electrical

What Owners Say

Engine Major

What Owners Say

Paint And Trim

Climate System

Steering And Suspension

Engine Cooling

Electrical Accessories

Body Hardware

Engine Minor

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