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Crashes / Fires:
3 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
32,394 miles

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2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 engine problems

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2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Owner Comments (Page 1 of 6)

problem #116

Sep 092024

Silverado 1500

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Engine lifter turned sideways and destroyed the cam shaft. Due to 4 cylinder to 8 cylinder change

- Hanover, PA, USA

problem #115

Apr 092024

Silverado 1500

  • 115,000 miles
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.

- Independence, KY, USA

problem #114

Apr 122024

Silverado 1500

  • miles
I bought the truck around [XXX] from Barkau CDJR, Freeport IL. Two hours away from the dealer the truck went completely dead in traffic. A message appeared on the info screen that said roll down the drivers window and back up to reset the system when the truck finally restarted. Got home with it and called the dealer and let the know. In the next few weeks it happened a couple of more times. It was taken to Tapper Chevrolet in Paw Paw, MI to be serviced. The tech thought it was a problem in the fuse Block and replaced that, after that on the week end the truck was returned the problem happened 3 times. Took it back to Tapper's and they checked it again, had it for 4 days and could not replicate the problem. Kept having issues and took it to 1st Choice Automotive LLC in Dowagiac, MI, he went through the wiring and cleaned some grounds and it seemed to work for a while. Now it is doing the same thing again. It just shuts down randomly for no reason. You lose steering, brakes, you have no control when it happens and no warning when it is going to happen. Have searched You Tube and have seen many other complaints of the same problem with no solution. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Decatur, MI, USA

problem #113

Mar 062024

Silverado 1500

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Collapsed lifter on driver side. Lifters, valve cover gasket, head bolts valve cover gasket oil coolant fuel pipes need replacing. Dealer confirmed this issue and has inspected. Vehicle was making a clicking noise prior

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #112

Nov 122023

Silverado 1500

  • 81,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the ignition got stuck in the start position. The vehicle became inoperable. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had not been diagnosed. The vehicle had not been repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 81,000.

- Heber Springs, AR, USA

problem #111

Sep 012023

Silverado 1500

  • 34,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The active fuel management had become inoperable. The check engine warning light was flashing. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the lifter needed to be replaced in the engine. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was contacted and offered to assist with the parts. The failure mileage was approximately 34,000.

- Orland Park, IL, USA

problem #110

Sep 222023

Silverado 1500

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

With only 32,000 miles the active fuel management system went out. The lifters failed and caused internal engine damage. My vehicle was well maintained using only high quality synthetic motor oil. I am on the hook for over $5000 in engine repairs. This technology was a miserable failure and the consumer should not be held responsible for poor engineering.

- Orland Park, IL, USA

problem #109

Sep 112023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
At low speed power steering will cut off and kick in opposite direction, radio will blank out followed by service stabilitrak warning has happened multiple times in last few wks since first of Sept 2023

- Lufkin, TX, USA

problem #108

Aug 172023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
I have been having problems with my vehicle cutting off and I would jump start. It often gave be a theft code on the dash. Until one day it stops starting all together. Now to find out there is a recall on the electrical system I was told by my mechanic please contact me so I can get this resolved will be with out of transportation, paying insurance and a car note thank you.

- New Orleans, LA, USA

problem #107

Aug 202023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Truck shuts down, power steering quits working and forces vehicle wheel back other direction, stablitrack light comes on, ac shuts down, truck loses power, sometimes completely shuts down while turning.

- Yukon, OK, USA

problem #106

May 102023

Silverado 1500

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

A 2015 Chevrolet Silverado seemed to be running rougher after an oil change. When inspected by dealership, Litha Chevrolet located 200 East Cypress Ave in Redding CA, they identified lower end knocking and lifter ticking noise. Also identified was PO300 was randomly missing and PO324 Knock Sensor performance. The dealership recommended total engine replacement, after reviewing the report. The 2015 Silverado is currently out of commission. It is not roadway safe. The Silverado has been serviced regularly as recommended and has not been in any collisions in the past. The truck has had one owner previously, my father, who left me the truck when he perished. I relied on the truck for daily and extended transportation for myself and my children. I have maintained excellent care of the 2015 Silverado with regular maintenance and services. There is no explanation of this issue other than it was caused by faulty equipment from the manufacturer. If you can provide any information regarding how to fix this please contact me. Thank you

- Redding, CA, USA

problem #105

Feb 012022

Silverado 1500

  • miles
AFM active fuel management caused Engine failure.

- Napa, CA, USA

problem #104

May 162023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
There a recall (14858) for specific problem with the fuel pump. I have the exact problem as the recall but my vin is not in the database.

- Columbia Falls, MT, USA

problem #103

Apr 112023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Truck stalles when wheel is turned at idle or low speed. No warning just dies. No problem restarting.

- Rockvale, CO, USA

problem #102

Feb 152023

Silverado 1500

  • 55,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that upon starting the vehicle on another occasion, the message "Low Oil" was displayed. The independent mechanic attempted to jumpstart the vehicle at the residence; however, the vehicle made abnormally loud sounds. The vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the engine had seized and needed to be replaced. The mechanic contacted an unknown dealer for parts and was advised that the parts were not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.

- Salt Lake City, UT, USA

problem #101

Jan 122023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with 5.3 liter engine developed coolant leak. Took vehicle to Chevrolet dealer and they said the radiator was failing. According to the service advisor, this was a result of the thermostat "over cycling". They also said GM had a recall for this exact problem for the 2014 models but not for my vehicle. Cost of new radiator and replacement of the defective thermostat was over $1,200.

- Carver, MN, USA

problem #100

Oct 082022

Silverado 1500 6-cyl

  • miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure occurred while driving at various speeds and while the vehicle was idling. The contact also stated that the vehicle would also rev up while idling. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who replaced the intake throttle box and plenum gasket; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was returned to the dealer however, the vehicle was not had repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Titusville, FL, USA

problem #99

Jan 152023

Silverado 1500

  • miles
Collapsed AFM lifter in bank number 7. The truck had 77,857 during the incident. The truck was not drivable and the repair costs were $3,093.27 on 1/24/23. This is a known and common issue with this particular engine.

- Perrysburg, OH, USA

problem #98

Aug 152022

Silverado 1500 8-cyl

  • 142,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving and making a turn in the driveway, the vehicle lost electrical power inadvertently. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after approximately two minutes. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring while driving and making a turn. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred while his wife was driving on a busy road. The contact-??s wife was unable to veer to the side of the road. The contact-??s wife was able to restart the vehicle after approximately four minutes. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 142,000. The contact stated that the battery and the power distribution fuse box have been replaced.

- Kenosha, WI, USA

problem #97

Sep 282022

Silverado 1500

  • 32,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH and attempting to slow at a traffic signal, the vehicle lurched forward while depressing the brake pedal. The contact stated while accelerating from a traffic signal, the vehicle lurched forward. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact had driven the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that all the fuel injectors needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.

- Salinas, CA, USA

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