Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (automatic and manual transmissions, CVT, axles, driveshaft, 4WD/AWD).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission shuddered and the vehicle hesitated. Additionally, the contact stated that the transmission vibrated, and the vehicle jerked forward. The contact stated that while parking in a parking lot, the vehicle jerked forward and crashed into an accessible parking sign, causing a dent in the front bumper. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 1,600.
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle and shifting into drive(D) or reverse(R), the vehicle failed to respond. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that a transmission valve needed to be replaced; however, the part was not available. The contact continued to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure recurred. Additionally, the contact stated while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed and was accelerating, the accelerator pedal traveled down and remained stuck, causing the vehicle to accelerate unintendedly to 50 MPH. The brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond. A message advising to decelerate and to drive safely was displayed. The vehicle jerked while downshifting to low gear. …
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 91 MPH, the vehicle was shaking erratically. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The contact was informed that it might take a week to complete the diagnostic testing. In addition, the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the tailgate independently unlatched. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The contact was informed that the tailgate switch would be replaced, however the part was on order. The contact stated that the tailgate switch was not replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. In addition, the contact stated that the failure was intermittent but had occurred four times. …
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle and attempting to shift into drive(D), the vehicle failed to shift or respond as needed. The contact became aware that the vehicle also failed to shift into reverse(R). After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle returned to normal functionality, and the contacts son was able to shift into drive. The contact stated that while her son was driving 50 MPH, the vehicle briefly accelerated independently before returning to normal functionality. A message to "Please Decelerate and Drive with Caution" was displayed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the throttle body. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin: 24NA181. …
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond as needed and then stalled. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to a local dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the check engine, 4WD system, and transmission warning lights were illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed back to the same dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the transmission valve body needed to be replaced. The dealer informed the contact that the part needed for the repair was on a national backorder. …
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while the transmission was shifting gear, there was a hesitation before properly shifting gear. The contact stated that while stopped at a stop light and then attempting to accelerate while making a left turn at approximately 15 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to accelerate immediately but then suddenly surged forward. The check engine warning light was illuminated, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The contact had restarted the vehicle and drove the vehicle a short distance to the residence. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the transmission valve had failed, and the valve body needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired due to the manufacturer taking an extensive amount of time to provide the parts. …
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds on several occasions, the vehicle lost power and then stalled. The vehicle was restarted after each failure. The check engine warning light was illuminated, and the message "Reduced Acceleration - Drive with Care" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer on several occasions, and the dealer retrieved DTC: P2732 and P0700. The contact was informed that the valve body needed to be replaced, and the transmission was leaking transmission fluid, but the leak was not located. The valve body was repaired, and the transmission fluid was topped off, but the failure reoccurred 2-3 months later. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 10,900.
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal burning odor entering the cabin of the vehicle, and the rear windshield shattered, with white smoke entering the vehicle. The transmission and engine warning lights were illuminated. In addition, several unknown messages were displayed on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the road and the vehicle was towed to a local dealer for further investigation. Prior to the failure, the vehicle was taken to the same local dealer where the OS Sensor was replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 23,000.
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the transmission upshifted as intended; however, the vehicle then suddenly downshifted to a lower gear. No warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the failure worsened and jolted the occupants inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed; however, no cause for the failure was found. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 47,278.
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while the vehicle was in the driveway, the vehicle was shifted into park and the parking brake message was illuminated. The contact stated that after disconnecting his boat trailer from the vehicle, the vehicle accelerated across the street and stopped. Additionally, while driving on three occasions at undisclosed speeds, the throttle was sticking. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 3,800.
Transmission complaints in other Silverado 1500 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are transmission problems on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
NHTSA has 96 complaints about the transmission & drivetrain of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 30% of the model year's 316 complaints. The component named most often is automatic transmission › gear position indication (prndl) (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 transmission problems?
No. NHTSA lists no transmission & drivetrain recall for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, though it has 2 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 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 transmission problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 11,000 miles, and 77% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 0 injuries to transmission & drivetrain 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.