2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 35about this part
- Share
- 4%of 849 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,190miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 35 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 4% of the 849 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,190 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“This is a recurring problem- my vehicle (purchased brand new by me) while cruising on the highway will start to try and cut off while driving. The door locks will pop up and down, the dash gauges power on and off, the headlamps flash on and off, etc... Last week the vehicle completely shut down while doing this and I had to coast to the side of the road. This happened three times in 48 hours.”
NHTSA complaint #10498188, filed 2013-02, 65,308 miles“As to date,december of 2012, there are over 212 complaints to NHTSA about the quality of the 2007 silverado pickup,be it 1/2 ton or any other. Why hasn't the above administration done something about the problem? My own problem with my vehicle is on the list of complaints as I have already filed a complaint with NHTSA, but to no avail.the GM manufactures have sold the consumer a bill of goods. …”
NHTSA complaint #10489010, filed 2012-12, 20,000 miles“It sounds like the rearend it feels like something bumps you from the rear. I checked the drive shaft,u joints I just think its in the rearend have not taken it to a mech. Yet he will tell me the same thing.”
NHTSA complaint #10668401, filed 2014-12, 142,080 miles“Just had someissues with the differebtial on my 07 SILVERADO 1500 lt the problem being is the bolt the goes througn the pin that hold spider gears in place broke off chewd the pin up preety godod was a temporary fix finally was able to fix it proper afte it started again did not have 1500.00 dollars laying to rebuild it found a good used one with low miles on just swaped it out the cost for all about $500.00 this is a problem that should be looked in to and general motors needs to recall these vehicle to fix it being a a common problem could have causeed me major wreck or someone else was…”
NHTSA complaint #11142747, filed 2018-10, 170,000 miles“Vehicle stabilitrack and traction control lights came on. Engine warning light came on. While attempting to turn the vehicle onto a highway acceleration ramp, the car steering wheel locked and the engine died. Could not unlock the power steering. I was towing a horse trailer well within the gross weight for the vehicle. I had a horse in the trailer at the time. I also had children in the car. After a few minutes, I was able to start the vehicle and pull into a safer area. I was not able to tow the trailer home but I was able to get the vehicle home. …”
NHTSA complaint #10449642, filed 2012-02, 63,190 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 11006421Jul 24, 2024GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or…
- 11001321May 16, 2024This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11000119Apr 26, 2024This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10250347Feb 2, 2024This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and…
- 10249579Jan 12, 2024This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10248721Dec 18, 2023This bulletin advises the technician that the 6L50 (MYB), 6L80 (MYC) and 6L90 (MYD) Transmission Oil Filter and Seal Kit part number 24236933 is currently transitioning from a…
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10247768Sep 1, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician of a complaint of a sag or hesitation when accelerating. The concern is present when coasting at…
- 10242843Sep 1, 2023The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 26 | 20% |
| 2025 | 21 | 19% |
| 2024 | 96 | 30% |
| 2023 | 108 | 28% |
| 2022 | 190 | 29% |
| 2021 | 243 | 28% |
| 2020 | 235 | 31% |
| 2019 | 330 | 30% |
| 2018 | 171 | 33% |
| 2017 | 191 | 27% |
| 2016 | 194 | 24% |
| 2015 | 138 | 12% |
| 2014 | 154 | 11% |
| 2013 | 13 | 4% |
| 2012 | 10 | 5% |
| 2011 | 18 | 3% |
| 2010 | 24 | 7% |
| 2009 | 12 | 3% |
| 2008 | 25 | 3% |
| 2007 | 35 | 4% |
| 2006 | 28 | 8% |
| 2005 | 36 | 7% |
| 2004 | 27 | 3% |
| 2003 | 26 | 3% |
| 2002 | 26 | 5% |
| 2001 | 19 | 4% |
| 2000 | 16 | 3% |
| 1999 | 26 | 4% |
| 1998 | 26 | 7% |
| 1997 | 57 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
479 complaintsElectrical system
81 complaintsOther or unknown
68 complaintsBrakes
62 complaintsBody and structure
55 complaintsEngine
48 complaintsEngine cooling
27 complaintsSeat belts
26 complaintsSteering
20 complaintsExterior lighting
19 complaintsFuel system
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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