2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 2%of 565 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 70,726miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the fuel system of the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2% of the 565 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 70,726 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“One night on the way home from work, I was driving 60mph and all of the sudden my truck hydroplaned. I managed to get the truck straight and regain control of the vehicle. About a week later, as I'm heading home all of the sudden my ABS, brake, and traction control lights all illuminated. The dic reads service stabilitrak and service traction control, then it will display stabilitrak off and traction control off. I had the codes read and my trouble code was p069e - fuel pump control module requested mil illumination and u0073 - control module communication bus a off. …”
NHTSA complaint #10981435, filed 2017-04, 72,453 miles“I am original owner, purchased new 12/30/11, and vehicle has always been well cared for and maintained. It is a 2011 and only had 52,976 miles. I notice a gas odor and gas dripping underneath vehicle, with a hesitation in starting vehicle. Vehicle was brought to whiteman Chevrolet in glens falls, ny. Their diagnosis was fuel pump rotted and leaking, and fittings rotted into plastic lines. They replaced fuel pump, lock ring, level sensor, and both lines off pump. Total cost was $1318.11. They stated these parts were corroded from weather and road salt, and not covered by any warranty or recall. …”
NHTSA complaint #11080636, filed 2018-03, 52,976 miles“Vehicle went into limp mode while cruising at 65 MPH. Traction control disabled light and check engine light illuminated. Message center displayed service stabilitrak service traction control and engine power reduced messages. Vehicle slowed and transmission downshifted. Vehicle failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. With accelerator to the floor the vehicle would not exceed 35 MPH in a flat grade. On a steep incline the vehicle would not exceed 15mph with the accelerator pedal to the floor. The issue has occured several times before. …”
NHTSA complaint #10967118, filed 2017-03, 99,000 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle leaked fuel from the bottom of the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump line fractured and caused the fuel leak. The fuel pump was replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 44,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10897618, filed 2016-08, 44,000 miles“The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500. The contact stated while driving various speeds, fuel leaked continuously onto the ground. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road and then towed to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The technician informed that there was a crack in the feeder fuel line. The vehicle was repaired. The failure occurred after fuel was dispensed into the fuel tank to the full capacity. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 48,000. The VIN was unavailable.”
NHTSA complaint #10605516, filed 2014-06, 48,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10249971Jan 10, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a bump feel or clunk noise at a stop or on launch. Dealer should…
- 10241418Aug 2, 2023This informational bulletin provides information on Clean Exhaust Filter See Owner Manual Now or Cleaning Exhaust Filter Keep Driving Until Message is Cleared messages Displayed…
- 10241502Aug 1, 2023This informational bulletin provides information on Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) and the proper use of the DEF system.
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10241416Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information on availability of Diesel Fuel additives.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 3% |
| 2025 | 7 | 6% |
| 2024 | 28 | 9% |
| 2023 | 38 | 10% |
| 2022 | 46 | 7% |
| 2021 | 32 | 4% |
| 2020 | 41 | 5% |
| 2019 | 39 | 4% |
| 2018 | 19 | 4% |
| 2017 | 32 | 4% |
| 2016 | 27 | 3% |
| 2015 | 30 | 3% |
| 2014 | 34 | 2% |
| 2013 | 4 | 1% |
| 2012 | 6 | 3% |
| 2011 | 11 | 2% |
| 2010 | 8 | 2% |
| 2009 | 15 | 3% |
| 2008 | 23 | 3% |
| 2007 | 19 | 2% |
| 2006 | 18 | 5% |
| 2005 | 16 | 3% |
| 2004 | 21 | 3% |
| 2003 | 28 | 3% |
| 2002 | 20 | 4% |
| 2001 | 62 | 13% |
| 2000 | 41 | 7% |
| 1999 | 28 | 5% |
| 1998 | 12 | 3% |
| 1997 | 52 | 9% |
Other parts of the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
306 complaintsOther or unknown
118 complaintsBody and structure
72 complaintsEngine
40 complaintsElectrical system
27 complaintsElectronic stability control
18 complaintsSuspension
18 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
18 complaintsBrakes
17 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsSeat belts
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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