Most common 2016 Chevrolet 3500 problems
Share of the 5 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet 3500 complaints by model year
Best 3500 years: 2005, 2006. Compare all years →
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2016 Chevrolet 3500 a good car?
Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2016 3500 rates average: 3.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the 3500 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Chevrolet 3500?
The steering — 2 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the brakes (1) and suspension (1).
How many recalls does the 2016 Chevrolet 3500 have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2016 Chevrolet 3500. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet 3500?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2005 and 2006. See the full Chevrolet 3500 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2016 Chevrolet 3500 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 54,000 miles; 50% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.