2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 problems
The Chevrolet Silverado is a range of trucks manufactured by General Motors under the Chevrolet brand. Introduced for the 1999 model year, the Silverado is the successor to the long-running Chevrolet C/K model line. Taking its name from the top trim level from the Chevrolet C/K series, the Silverado is offered as a series of full-size pickup trucks, chassis cab trucks, and medium-duty trucks. The fourth generation of the model line was introduced for the 2019 model year.
The Chevrolet Silverado shares mechanical commonality with the identically related GMC Sierra; GMC ended the use of the C/K nomenclature a model generation prior to Chevrolet. In Mexico, high-trim level versions of the Silverado use the Chevrolet Cheyenne name (not to be confused with the 2003 concept). Competing against the Ford F-Series, Ram Pickup, Toyota Tundra, and Nissan Titan, the Silverado is among the best-selling vehicles in the United States, having sold over 12 million trucks since its introduction in 1998 as a 1999 model year.
History
The Silverado nameplate made its debut for the 1975 model year, becoming the top trim level on all Chevrolet C/K trucks, slotted above Custom Deluxe, Scottsdale, and Cheyenne. For the 1968 model year (seven years before the Silverado), GMC C/K trucks used variations of the Sierra name (Sierra, Sierra Classic, Sierra Grande, and High Sierra). Even after the C/K series officially ended, GM still uses the CK and the CC in their current model codes, to denote a two-wheel drive (CC), and four-wheel drive (CK).
For the 1988 GMT400 model architecture, Chevrolet retained the C/K model nomenclature, with GMC branding its full-size line as Sierras. While sharing the same body and chassis, the model chronology of the Silverado and Sierra are different, with five generations of the Sierra, while four of the Silverado.
In 2018, at the NTEA Work Truck Show in Indianapolis, Indiana, Chevrolet unveiled the first medium-duty Silverado, expanding the model line to a 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD chassis cab. Largely the successor to the 2003–2009 GMT560 chassis, the medium-duty trucks are exclusive to Chevrolet, with no plans for an equivalent GMC version. Instead, Navistar International (now partnering with GM) would sell the medium-duty trucks as a rebadged counterpart, called the CV. This is in fact a very similar nod to how the Avalanche did not have a GMC Yukon–based equivalent, but instead, Cadillac would take its place as the former's rebadged counterpart, the Escalade EXT.
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Common 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 problems
The 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has been subject to several recalls due to various issues reported by owners. One of the recalls concerns the electrical system, where the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the "Start" position. This issue affects certain 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks, 2015 Chevrolet Suburban vehicles, and 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles manufactured within specific periods. General Motors will replace the ignition lock housing free of charge to fix this problem.
Another recall involves the service brakes, hydraulic system. In this case, the brake pedal pivot nut may loosen, causing the brake pedal to be loose or inoperative. This issue affects certain 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 heavy-duty trucks, 2015-2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicles, and 2015-2016 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 heavy-duty trucks manufactured during specific periods. General Motors will inspect the brake pedal pivot nuts, add thread adhesive, and tighten the nut as necessary, free of charge, to rectify this problem.
In addition to these recalls, the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has been reported to have transmission problems. These problems include hard or rough shifting, sudden jerking, and trouble downshifting. These issues can make driving less smooth and potentially cause accidents or damage to other parts of the vehicle.
Furthermore, the Silverado 3500 has experienced issues with its fuel system, gasoline. Specifically, the low fuel level sensor for the front tank may stick, causing the rear tank to overfill the front tank. This issue affects certain 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. General Motors will replace the rear tank fuel pump or update the fuel-level sensor software, as well as inspect the front tank, replacing it as necessary, free of charge, to fix this problem.
Lastly, the Silverado 3500 has had problems with its seat belts. The flexible steel cable connecting the driver's seat belt to the outboard side of the seat may be repeatedly bent over the seat side shield as the driver enters and exits the vehicle, causing the cable to fatigue and separate. This issue affects certain 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Tahoe Police Pursuit and Special-Service vehicles. General Motors will replace the pretensioner cable and seat side-shield, free of charge, to rectify this problem.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Chevy Silverado?
The most common problems for 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 are related to the vehicle's electrical system and service brakes, hydraulic1. Other common problems include2: Fuel pump failures. Fuel injector issues.
What is the gas problem on a 2015 Chevy 3500?
GM is recalling certain 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. The low fuel level sensor for the front tank may stick causing the rear tank to overfill the front tank.
What are the most problematic Silverado years?
The 2008 model year competes with the 2014 model year as one of the worst ever produced. Due to its frequent engine problems and overuse of oil, which was repair that cost owners over $2,700 to fix, this problem continued onward from the 2007 into the 2009 model years.
Is 2015 a good year for Silverado?
Good ratings from owners and experts alike make the 2015 Chevy Silverado one of the most popular full-size trucks on the market, but be prepared for its higher cost of ownership.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Chevy Silverado?
The most common problems for 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 are related to the vehicle's electrical system and service brakes, hydraulic1. Other common problems include2: Fuel pump failures. Fuel injector issues.
What is the gas problem on a 2015 Chevy 3500?
GM is recalling certain 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. The low fuel level sensor for the front tank may stick causing the rear tank to overfill the front tank.
Is 2015 a good year for Silverado?
Good ratings from owners and experts alike make the 2015 Chevy Silverado one of the most popular full-size trucks on the market, but be prepared for its higher cost of ownership.
Do 2015 Silverados have transmission problems?
There are many Chevy Silverado transmission problems, especially in the 2014-2019 versions. These can be expensive, so it's ideal to avoid these and to test drive your vehicle before making a final purchase.
2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Silverado 3500 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Engine problems
- Steering problems
- Service brakes problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
The NHTSA has received 121 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 vehicles.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-22
- VIN: 1GC4K0C86FF
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Bosch CP4 fuel pump failed 400 miles from home leaving us stranded. We were towed in and spent thousands of dollars and 5 weeks to have the truck repaired. Only warning was that the truck was losing power and barely got off the road.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-15
- VIN: 3GCUKSEC2FG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated when she was pulled over to the side of the school entrance to pick her child up, she observed that the "service power steering" warning had illuminated on the instrument cluster. The contact stated that the steering wheel was very hard to turn to the left or right. The contact stated that she turned the vehicle off and on and the power steering functionality had returned. The contact stated that the failure re-occurred while she was driving at approximately 30 MPH. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed and was not repaired. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V586000 (Steering). The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-22
- VIN: 1GC4K0C86FF
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: CP4 fuel pump failed while driving 250 miles from home. It was towed in and diagnosed, resulting in over $12,000.00 Dollars to replace fuel system due to metal pumped into fuel system. The mechanic sent the pump back as a core charge. We were stranded and freezing with our dog and towed in after several hours. The only warning was the vehicle was reducing power and I was able to get off the highway.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-09
- VIN: 1GCVKREC5FZ
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while the contact's son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine and traction control warning lights illuminated. In addition, the vehicle momentarily lost control, however, the contact's son depressed the brakes and was able to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed with a failed lifter valve and the lifter valve needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-18
- VIN: 1GC4KZC81FF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: 2015 CHEVY 3500 HD HAS 65,XXX MILES ON IT CURRENTLY. TRUCK PERIODICALLY AND USUALLY RANDOMLY DISPLAYS A "SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE" MESSAGE WHICH CONSTANTLY GOES OFF WHEN NOTHING IS BEING TOWED. NOW ABOUT 1 IN 15 TIMES DRIVEN WILL IT NOT DISPLAY THIS MESSAGE. IVE HAD THE TOWING BRAKE MODULE REPLACED AND THAT DID NOT FIX THIS PROBLEM. I'M AT MY WITS END WITH THIS TRUCK. CHEVROLET / GMC NEED TO STEP UP AND MAKE THIS WIDELY KNOWN PROBLEM A RECALL. THANKS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-02
- VIN: 1GC4K1E81FF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: As I am driving I am routinely warned about the trailer brake system with or without a trailer hooked up. It is distracting and could cause potential danger while driving. It has been going on for some time and progressively getting worse.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-03
- VIN: 3GCUKREC7FG
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH and attempting to complete a turn, he became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning. After restarting the vehicle, it returned to normal functionality, but the failure became an intermittent occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the electronic power steering. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related it to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V586000 (Steering), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 127,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-08
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1GCVKREC3FZ
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact received notification of; NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V586000 (Steering), NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V645000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), and 21V504000 (Air Bags). The contact stated that while parked and the vehicle powered on both sides torso air bags deployed without a collision. The driver sustained an ear injury. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-22
- VIN: 1GC4K0E81FF
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The contact was advised that the HPFP were on national back order. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21E101000 (Fuel System, Diesel). The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-15
- VIN: 1GCRCPEH2FZ
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the vehicle would hesitate, stall and shut off at random times. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced an engine gasket but the failures continued to occur. The vehicle was later taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not yet notified. The failure mileage was 60,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-04
- VIN: 1GC2KYEG9FZ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: There are several problems I’ve noticed some I fix myself! First of all, I was driving my truck at night on the country road and all of a sudden it starts losing power shut down on me on a little road with no pull over spots in Kentucky and just dies completely. My service charging system light came on. I worked on this forever. I noticed it. All of my grounds were completely nasty and pretty much not making contact. I fix the ones that I can find only two I know there’s more, I’ve changed the generator three times and the battery once, the problem happened again and again and again the only way I can stop my truck from dying is when that light come on if I got out and I took the negative wire off of my battery and then put it back on it would run again for about another three days and then if I didn’t see it, I’m stranded very dangerous. Finally I took it to my mechanic up the road and he basically did the same things. I did something about a door switch also though not another battery another generator and he added new battery cables so far it hasn’t done it again. Now my truck when starting to slow down, it will vibrate and shake you to death. You hit a little vibration in the road say a rumble strip. This thing will shake you through the roof in about make you run into another Vehicle , also, it’s hard to fill up the gas if you have to turn the gas nozzle almost straight up and down if you’re low on gas to make it except it or you’ll be sitting there for 30 minutes putting gas in your truck. I noticed also all of my wheels are having rough spots on them everywhere and they are rusting into . Another thing that happens this truck eats breaks for breakfast. I have put in the past two years at least have the change the brakes, calipers rotors and all twice a year sometimes three times a year. Also, the trailer brake system light comes on nonstop along with a service stability track on when happen. No Wasey no cruise control. I am a masterelect. Maintain truck it ju
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-08
- VIN: 1GCVKREC7FZ
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated while parking into a parking space, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that she persistently depressed the brake pedal until the vehicle came to a stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the vacuum pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,200.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-31
- VIN: 1GC2KVEG6FZ
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that he was able to restart the vehicle after 12-15 minutes. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring intermittently. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the instrument panel turned black temporarily. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start later that day. The contact was able to restart the vehicle the next day. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that he would need to pay a repair fee as his VIN was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V265000 (Electrical System). The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-27
- VIN: 1GC4K0E81FF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while towing a camper, the brakes locked up. The service trailer brake system message was displayed. There was an abnormal beeping noise detected and the instrument cluster was flashing. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle was vibrating. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but the mechanic was unable to assist. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 1,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-22
- VIN: 1GCVKREC7FZ
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost electrical power inadvertently. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was unable to veer to the side of the road. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after several attempts. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while driving. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer. The vehicle was taken to an independently certified GMC service center where it was diagnosed but no issues were found. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-02-13
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 3GCUKTECXFG
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the rear window defroster and the window slide began to smoke and there was an abnormal noise. The contact turned off the defroster to avoid a fire. The contact has discontinued the use of the defroster and remote start feature in order to avoid a potential fire. The contact called the dealer who advised that there was no recall for the VIN. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-20
- VIN: 1gc4kzcg4ff
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Airbag light on dash came up. I can't find the problem on the recall list
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-20
- VIN: 1GC1KVEG6FF
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. Consumer writes in regards to roof rail airbag inflators safety recall.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-11
- VIN: 1gc4k0e89ff
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The power steering. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? I was unable to steer the vehicle properly, this poses obvious risk while driving. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? It has happened to me several times. It has not been reproduced by a third party. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? No. Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? No warnings. No known issues.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-15
- VIN: 3GCUKSECXFG
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated while driving at 45 mph, he would have to increase the braking distance when depressing the brake pedal. The contact also stated that he would have to depress the brake pedal harder when driving at 45 mph as the vehicle failed to stop or slow down in a timely manner. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a power brake assist vacuum needing to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was relating the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 19V645000 (Service brakes, Hydraulic). The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-05-10
- VIN: 1gcvkrec2fz
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The Contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed. The steering wheel locked when driving at low speeds, the steering wheel also locked when attempting to park the vehicle. The contact stated that there was no warning light before during or after the failure. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to have a diagnostic performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-02
- VIN: 1GC4K1E89FF
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY TRAILER BRAKING SYSTEM GIVES OFF WARNINGS THAT IT'S NOT CONNECTED TO THE TRAILER WHEN I DON'T HAVE THE TRAILER CONNECTED. BUT I WAS TOWING MY TRAILER AND AS I STEPPED ON THE BREAK IT WAS GIVING ME THAT WARNING AND THE BRAKE SYSTEM WAS FAILING TO ENGAGE ON THE TRAILER I REVIEWED THIS ON FORUMS AND EVERYBODY IS HAVING THIS PROBLEM IT HAS BEEN GOING ON FROM ABOUT 2011 ON THE CHEVROLET AND GMC'S FOR GMC AND CHEVROLET SAYS THERE IS NO PROBLEM PEOPLE HAVE SWITCHED OUT THE DASHBOARD SWITCH AND IT RETURNS IT COMES AND GOES AS A PROBLEM.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-04
- VIN: 1GB3CYC85FF
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE PARKED, THE HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED HE HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE AND TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE SHUTOFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO WOODLAND CHEVROLET (530 QUALITY CIR, WOODLAND, CA 95776) WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE. THE VEHICLE REMAINED AT THE DEALER UNREPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND A CASE WAS FILED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 180,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-05
- VIN: 1GB4KZC89FF
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ENGINE LOSS POWER WHILE PULLING A LOADED HORSE TRAILER AROUND 10,000 POUNDS. ERROR MESSAGE SAYING POWER HAS BEEN REDUCED. THE TOP SPEED WHILE ON A HILL WAS ABIUT 15 MILES AN HOUR.TRACTOR TRAILLERS HAD TO MANUVER AROUND ME DUE TO THE LOW SPEED ON AN EXPRESSWAY WITH 70 MILE AN HOUR SPEED LIMIT. THE DEALER SAID CAUSE WAS FRAYING OF THE WIRING HARNESS PROBABLY AROUND THE TURBO. AFTER RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET, I FOUND THIS WAS A FREQUENT PROBLEM. TRUCK ONLY HAS 43,000 MILES ON IT. I HAVE REQUESTED THE OLD WIRING HARNESS FOR INSPECTION.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-22
- VIN: 1GC4K0CG4FF
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: AT HIGH WAY SPEEDS APPROX. 67 MPH TO 80 TRUCK STARTS TO VIBRATE VERY BADLY. TAKEN TO TIRE SHOP AND BALANCE CHECKS FINE. FOUND THAT THIS YR AND MAKE GM HAS HAD VIBRATION ISSUES. AROUND 2017 TRUCK WAS TAKEN TO GM DEALER AND THEY HAD TO REPLACE TRANSMISSION TORQ CONVERTER WAS BAD ALSO.
2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 7 recalls for different components of the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500.
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. The roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
- Consequence: A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right side RRAB modules, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on August 18, 2021. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy is available. Phase I owner notification letters were mailed on May 5, 2022. Phase II owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on May 31, 2022. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. This recall supersedes NHTSA recall number 20V-736. GM's number for this recall is N202324251.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Sierra 1500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500, and Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 trucks. The roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator.
- Consequence: If the end cap separates from the inflator, the compressed gas will escape and the end cap can be propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the RRAB modules on the left and/or right side, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on December 22, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Note: GM filed a new recall, number 21V-504 that supersedes this recall. All vehicles previously recalled under 20V-736 will now be repaired under the new recall number 21V-504. GM's numbers for this recall are N202309680, N202309681, and N202309682.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, 1500 Crew Cab Special Service, Tahoe Police Pursuit/Special Service, GMC Sierra 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The brake pedal pivot nut may loosen, causing the brake pedal to be loose or inoperative.
- Consequence: If the brake pedal becomes loose or inoperative, the driver may be unable to stop the vehicle by using the brake pedal. Additionally, a loose pedal may also interfere with the accelerator pedal. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will add adhesive to the nut and reinstall the nut with increased tightness, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18278. Note: The vehicles in this recall need this additional remedy despite being covered by recall 16V069 for brake pedal loosening.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. The low fuel level sensor for the front tank may stick causing the rear tank to overfill the front tank.
- Consequence: If the front tank overfills, the excess pressure may cause the front tank to expand and contact the driveshaft, possibly resulting in a hole in the tank. The hole will leak fuel, which in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the rear tank fuel pump or update the fuel-level sensor software, as well as inspect the front tank, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 11, 2017. Owners may contact GM customer service for Chevrolet 1-800-222-1020 or for GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17399.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse and Chevrolet Spark EV, Caprice PPV and SS vehicles, 2014-2017 Buick Encore and Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, 2015-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Trax, Suburban and Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Yukon and Yukon XL vehicles, and 2015-2017 GMC Sierra HD 2500 and 3500 vehicles. While being previously remedied for recall 16V-651, the affected vehicles may not have received the complete software update necessary to remedy the recall condition. Without the update, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
- Consequence: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 4, 2017. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17287.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD, 3500 HD, Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Sierra 2500 HD and 3500 HD, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Cadillac Escalade ESV vehicles and 2014-2017 Chevrolet Corvette, Silverado 1500, Trax, Caprice Police Pursuit Vehicle, GMC Sierra 1500, Buick Encore, and 2014-2016 Buick Lacrosse, Chevrolet Spark EV and SS vehicles. In the affected vehicles, certain driving conditions may cause the air bag sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software to activate a diagnostic test. During this test, deployment of the frontal air bags and the seat belt pretensioners would not occur in the event of a crash.
- Consequence: A failure of the front air bags or seat belt pretensioners to deploy in the event of a crash necessitating deployment increases the risk of injury to the driver and front passenger.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the SDM software. Vehicles that have had a previous air bag deployment will have the SDM replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16007.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500 heavy duty trucks manufactured October 1, 2013, to February 1, 2016, 2015-2016 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicles (PPV) manufactured March 1, 2014, to February 1, 2016, and 2015-2016 GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 heavy duty trucks manufactured October 29, 2013, to February 1, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the brake pedal pivot nut may loosen, causing the brake pedal to be loose or inoperative.
- Consequence: If the brake pedal becomes loose or inoperative, the driver may be unable to stop the vehicle by using the brake pedal. Additionally, a loose pedal may also interfere with the accelerator pedal. Either condition may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will add adhesive to the brake pedal pivot nut and reinstall with an increased torque, free of charge. The recall began on March 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 20760.
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