repaired · 2017 Q4
Seat belts
Risk. If the tensioner cable separates, the driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
2014 Chevrolet SilveradoProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 124 owner complaints about the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado, most often about the power train. It is covered by 13 safety recalls, and for recall 14V-345 the manufacturer reports only 64% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 12, 2021. Updated daily. Photo: Sarah Larson from Ann Arbor, MI, USA, CC BY 2.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado has problems
124 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
37Power train3 crash/fire/injury
20Electrical system4 crash/fire/injury
19Steering1 crash/fire/injury
16Engine1 crash/fire/injury
16Structure2 crash/fire/injury
12Suspension1 crash/fire/injury
9Vehicle speed control
9Wheels
8Air bags
4014 other systems8 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 37 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 20 | 4 |
| Steering | 19 | 1 |
| Engine | 16 | 1 |
| Structure | 16 | 2 |
| Suspension | 12 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 9 | 3 |
| Wheels | 9 | 0 |
| Air bags | 8 | 6 |
| 14 other systems | 40 | 8 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
13 recalls
2014 Chevrolet Silverado recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Other: labels
Risk. Text that does not conform to the required labeling size could inhibit fuel tank inspection practices and safe refueling, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Electrical system: ignition
Risk. If stuck in the "Start" position, the ignition may suddenly snap back into the "Accessory" position, causing a loss of engine, steering, and braking power,…
repaired · 2016 Q2
Electrical system
Risk. If the module experiences an electrical short, the vehicle could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2015 Q4
Seats
Risk. A seat that does not stay secured increases the risk of occupant injury in a vehicle crash.
repaired · 2015 Q4
Power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Risk. If the transfer case switches to neutral while the vehicle is parked and the parking brake is not in use, the vehicle may roll away increasing the risk of…
repaired · 2015 Q4
Equipment
Risk. The floor mat could shift such that it could interfere with the accelerator pedal, preventing its return to an idle position, which could result in unintended…
repaired · 2015 Q4
Electrical system: software
Risk. Without an audible indicator, the driver may not be aware that the driver's door is open while the key is in the ignition, increasing the risk of a vehicle…
repaired · 2015 Q3
Linkages: tie rod assembly
Do not driveRisk. An improperly tightened tie rod attachment may allow the tie rod to separate from the steering rack, resulting in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a…
repaired · 2015 Q3
Automatic transmission: cooling unit and lines
Risk. If the line is not securely seated and transmission oil leaks from the fitting, the oil could contact a hot surface and cause a vehicle fire.
repaired · 2015 Q2
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
Risk. The overheated exhaust components may melt nearby plastic parts and may result in an engine fire.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Front assembly: head restraint
Risk. If the vehicle is struck from behind, the head restraint may not properly protect occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
no report yet
Air bags
Risk. As a result the air bag may not fully inflate, increasing the risk of injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chevrolet.
Mileage at failure
When do power train problems start?
4kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 32 power train complaints. 100% were reported before 100,000 miles.
30under 30k miles32under 100k miles0100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other Silverado year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Silverado median. How we score
'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Silverado owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
HERE'S MY STORY FOR THOSE THAT WILL LISTEN. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE BRAND NEW AND A FEW DAYS LATER I MENTIONED TO THE SALESMAN THAT IT DROVE UNUSUAL AND HE REPLIED THAT IT COULD BE FROM SITTING ON THE LOT...SO I WAITED FOR THE FIRST SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LET THEM KNOW THAT THERE WAS SOMETHING…
TRANSMISSION CLUNKS ON DOWNSHIFT(SEEMS LIKE 3RD TO 2ND SHIFT) LOUD ENOUGH THAT PEOPLE THINK I RAN OVER OR HIT SOMETHING. DEALER SAYS ITS NORMAL AND THEY ALL DO IT!
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…
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