Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
I was involved in a hit and run accident (I was stationary at the time at a dry, mutli-turn lane light) nov 15, 2016. After collision repairs to the visible damage to the vehicle, I found that the driver's side seat would not recline. Dealership worked on it and claimed to have fixed it. After the first attempt, it reclined but would not lock into place on the right side. Returned to dealership and required metal seat back frame replacement to fix the failure. Dealership couldn't or wouldn't identify this as a problem that resulted from the accident. Insurance would not cover the damage as the direct hit to the truck was on the right side, opposite the driver's side seat. …
The seat of my truck is loose. There is a service advisory the dealers have in their system which is #pit5223: front driver or passenger seat cover / cushion loose. ..... Dealer has attempted to fix it 3 times following guidlines from GM but it is still a problem. A friend of mine purchased a 2015 GMC sierra (which is the same truck) and he is having the problem with 2000 miles on it..... He to just picked his truck up from the dealer and on the way home the seat was doing the same thing. There is an online forum that has many other owners complaining about the same thing here http://www.GM-trucks.com/forums/topic/155228-seat-clickclunk-noise-update/ ---- overall it is very annoying and it seems to have been going on for years and still is because there is no fix. I stopped at another dealer and the service manager said that GM is aware of the problem and is working on a solution. …
1. Driver's seat reclining mechanism jammed and stopped working. Had to have seat back frame assembly replaced just after warranty. 2. Six speed transmission generally works good most of the time. On occasions (about 50 so far) when backing out of a space and shifting gear from reverse to drive, the transmission does not shift, there is a 2-3 second delay before it shifts and jumps into gear with a clunk. This causes problems when you are backing out into traffic in parking lot, onto a street, or making a 3-point turn and the transmission does not shift when you anticipate it should and you are stuck there for the delay. This could cause a crash. Took to dealer under warranty, they could not reproduce problem. Date at bottom is a guess. Have to check dealer records at home.
OK so I took my truck in for the brake recall which nothing was wrong with it but now when engaging brakes vehicle won't stop brake peddle goes to the floor then brake light stabilizer light there's one more light that comes on can't seem to remember so I have no idea what they did to my truck but I would really appreciate it if Chevy could fix it at no charge being that nothing was wrong in the first place and now after they touched my truck my brakes is [redacted] up peddle shakes like crazy when slowing down parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 U.S.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving at various speeds, the driver seat began to shift and come out of alignment independently. The dealer replaced the seat cushion, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and contacted the dealer. The technician stated that the shim kit needed to be installed in order to remedy the failure. Shortly after having the repairs performed, the seat experienced the failure again, but the manufacturer and dealer refused to provide any additional assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 12,000. Updated 12/18/15, updated 12, updated 4/4/18
Waited 12 years to afford a new truck and were stuck with this lemon. 14 active recalls paid over $1K for repair work not covered by warranty had the vehicle one year (2015) had to have the seats repaired. Air bag issues and the dealer said it wasn't covered either. As of today I have spent almost $3K on this truck for something that you wouldn't think a new truck would have to repair. The rear end went out at christmas (2016) really. Come on Chevy you've gotta do better than this. Offer is something for our troubles. Will not buy or recommend a Chevy product.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the driver seat track was fractured and bent. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the seat track was fractured and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but did not offer any assistance. The representative acknowledged that it was a safety issue and stated that Chevrolet would not issue a recall until forced by NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While operating the vehicle, the front driver and passenger seats would move and rock when making a turn in either direction. The vehicle was taken to ray skillman Chevrolet (3891 south post rd, indianapolis, id) where an unknown part was replaced and the failure was remedied. Approximately one year later, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 50,000.
When driving (sitting in drivers seat), when you go around a corner you can feel the seat moving. It seems tight when you get out and try moving it but when driving and turning corners you can feel the seat move sliding side to side. Talked with dealership on problem, they claim it needs a shim kit. But they want to charge to diagnose what I deem to be a safety problem. At some point the seat May come completely free.
Have had the vehicle at piles Chevy and dan cummins Chevy multiple times along with tire discounters everyone says vehicle is in spec and the shaking at 70 to 75 MPH is normal however I've owned multiple vehicles non of them has ever had this issue I can't get the dealer to fix it they only say it's a known issue truck only has 57000 miles on it.
Seat complaints in other Silverado 1500 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are seat problems on the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
NHTSA has 29 complaints about the seats of the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2% of the model year's 1,436 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 seat problems?
No. NHTSA lists no seats recall for the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, though it has 6 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 seat problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 26,000 miles, and 48% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 0 injuries to seats problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
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.