Fuel System complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 3% | — |
| 2025 | 7 | 7% | — |
| 2024 | 28 | 9% | 9,000 miles |
| 2023 | 38 | 10% | 58,000 miles |
| 2022 | 46 | 7% | 33,000 miles |
| 2021 | 32 | 4% | 15,000 miles |
| 2020 | 41 | 5% | 41,000 miles |
| 2019 | 39 | 4% | 80,000 miles |
| 2018 | 19 | 4% | 10,000 miles |
| 2017 | 32 | 4% | 43,000 miles |
| 2016 | 27 | 3% | 29,000 miles |
| 2015 | 30 | 3% | 54,000 miles |
| 2014 | 34 | 2% | 41,000 miles |
| 2013 | 4 | 1% | 120,000 miles |
| 2012 | 6 | 3% | 140,000 miles |
| 2011 | 11 | 2% | 72,000 miles |
| 2010 | 8 | 2% | 69,000 miles |
| 2009 | 15 | 3% | 84,000 miles |
| 2008 | 23 | 3% | 110,000 miles |
| 2007 | 19 | 2% | 88,000 miles |
| 2006 | 18 | 5% | 67,000 miles |
| 2005 | 16 | 3% | 70,000 miles |
| 2004 | 21 | 3% | 78,000 miles |
| 2003 | 28 | 3% | 116,000 miles |
| 2002 | 20 | 4% | 100,000 miles |
| 2001 | 62 | 13% | 80,000 miles |
| 2000 | 41 | 7% | 99,000 miles |
| 1999 | 28 | 5% | 138,000 miles |
| 1998 | 12 | 3% | 137,000 miles |
| 1997 | 52 | 9% | 140,000 miles |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
While driving this 2026 Chevy Silverado, the engine has shut off while driving it. While driving down the road the engine will shut off and a message on the display will show "Return to Neutral" and "Press Start". This is very dangerous to have a vehicle shut off while driving down the road as it affect my family and other drivers on the road. The vehicle need to be completely stopped to shift to Park, in order to start the vehicle again. There are no signs or warnings that this is going to happen, it just happens randomly. The dealer can not reproduce the problem but did confirm to me this has happened to several other same make/model vehicle that have been reported at the same dealership. On another unrelated safety issue with this same vehicle, the gas tank over flows when filling it up. Dealer was able to reproduce this problem, but doesn't know how to fix it yet. …
The engine cut itself off and shifted itself into neutral as I was slowing down and turning left into the gas station. It is available for inspection. My safety was at risk because had this happened on a legal road way, it could've caused someone to rear end me or t-bone me because I would've unexpectedly stopped, or the power steering may not have worked and I could've run into something. It has not been reproduced by any mechanic, only me. It has happened to me only twice within a 400 mile span. It has been inspected by a GM dealership twice now and is currently still at the dealership. There were no warnings of any kind before, during, or after the occurrence.
Driving south on I95 under normal condition. After driving for about a hour truck started smoking under the hood. I pulled over and turned off vehicle. I released the latch to open hood. When I got out of the vehicle to lift the hood there were flames coming from both sides of the hood. I did not lift the hood. I moved away from the vehicle and called 911. Police and fire department responded and extinguished the fire. Vehicle was a total loss. GM indicates they will not investigate the cause and I should work through my insurance company for compensation.
Prior to this incident, I had been having issues with my fuel management system give a "reduced acceleration" warning (codes P0087, P228B) in weather below 28-30F. It was in the shop 3 times prior: first time was "bad fuel", second had my fuel rail and fuel filter replaced, and third time I had my high pressure fuel pump replaced (also had a rear crank seal leak). While approaching a stop sign, my vehicle gave me a check engine light with a "Reduced Acceleration" warning followed by several other warning messages and then ultimately lost power and shut off give me no ability to steer or brake my vehicle. Luckily, my vehicle came to stop and no crash or injuries occurred. If this had been at higher speeds the outcome could have been fatal to myself or another driver/passenger on the road. This incident also gave me a P0087, P12A6, P228A, and P228B error codes. …
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 an undisclosed, the vehicle stalled, and the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the heavy fuel consumption warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The contact stated that the fault code had been reset. The failure reoccurred and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that there was a burning fuel odor around the exterior of the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure was persistent; however, the vehicle was taken to the dealer several times due to the failure however, the failure was not duplicated. In addition, the contact stated there was an abnormal squeaking sound coming from the front of the vehicle. …
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that on two separate occasions while hauling the camper, the "High Diesel Exhaust Fluid", Exhaust Fluid Range", and "Fill DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Now" warning messages were displayed on the instrument panel. The messages indicated that the Diesel Exhaust Fluid was low and needed to be replenished. The contact stated that the failure caused the instrument panel to freeze and not operate as needed. Upon attempting to refuel the vehicle, fuel failed to enter the fuel tank since the diesel tank was full. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where the contact was informed that the failure was an electrical glitch and that there were no issues with the Diesel Exhaust Fluid system. The contact was also informed by the dealer of Technical Service Bulletin: 22-NA-150, which the contact related to the failure. …
The contact's daughter owns a 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While the contact's daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed evaporative emission purge pump. The contact was advised to take the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was confirmed. The contact was informed that the repair was covered under an unknown recall. The contact was later informed that the repair was not covered under the unknown recall. The contact referenced an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not associated with a recall. The vehicle was taken back to an independent mechanic and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. …
Related recalls (1)
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Camaro, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator, allowing for over-pressurization of the fuel system.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2019. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at…
Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 years have fuel system problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2001 (62), 1997 (52), 2022 (46), 2000 (41) and 2020 (41) model years. Fuel System complaints make up 13% of all complaints for the 2001.
Is there a recall for Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fuel system problems?
Yes — 1 recall, including 19V-837 (fuel pump, Nov 21, 2019). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fuel system problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 83,000 miles; 30% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the delivery › fuel pump (53 mentions), followed by the storage › fuel gauge system (27).
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.