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2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Body and structure Problems

Complaints
22about this part
Share
2%of 1,097 total for the year
Median mileage
8,250miles
Trend
FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 22 complaints about the body and structure of the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2% of the 1,097 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 8,250 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“The paint on my truck seems in adequate. I have many chips and scratches in my paint they I have never had before in other models and brands. I drive my truck carefully and stay out of conditions where scratches may occur. But the smallest blemish turns into a chip down to the primer. As a consumer I would say that the. Inner of coats of paint and clear coat used is minimal. Would like to see a stronger layer of protection and thicker coat of paint.”

NHTSA complaint #11309619, filed 2020-02, 300 miles

“The truck was parked in my home driveway monday afternoon. It was locked. On wednesday 2/24/21 our neighbor alerted my wife that there was smoke coming from the truck. We ran out there, but it was already heavily smoking and we could hear crackling and popping noises. Shortly after the truck was in flames. The fire department arrived, put out the flames. The fire marshal did an inspection and indicated it was likely an electrical fire near the tailgate/hitch/license plate.”

NHTSA complaint #11398697, filed 2021-03, 28,830 miles

“I originally bought a new 2019 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 ld on 06/08/2019, I really liked the truck and its many features. After several weeks I noticed the whole underside frame and driveline components were rusted and corroded. I brought it back to my dealer and they immediately located a replacement vehicle for me. I picked up the 2nd new truck on 07/10/2019. This truck has the same defects as the first vehicle. Chevrolet has an issue with this model truck. I spoke to GM and they didn't seem to care blaming the dealer for not inspecting truck properly. …”

NHTSA complaint #11234710, filed 2019-07, 22 miles

“Paint is peeling of the bumper of truck. Dealership states all that be done is a paint touch up. Dealership states this is an on going problem. Vehicle has not had any damage warranting peeling paint.”

NHTSA complaint #11342328, filed 2020-07, 9,000 miles

“Drivers mirror problem can't close or mirror unattaches and opens clear to the windshield and comes lose and moves while driving so doesn't function correct and service steering wheel lick issues comes on.”

NHTSA complaint #11174710, filed 2019-02, 2,900 miles

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Body and structure: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202632%
202511%
202483%
202372%
2022132%
2021293%
2020263%
2019222%
2018112%
2017203%
2016213%
2015464%
2014906%
20137525%
20123516%
20117213%
20103810%
20095412%
2008607%
2007556%
2006164%
2005153%
2004152%
2003273%
2002306%
2001306%
2000335%
1999539%
1998154%
1997122%

Other parts of the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Engine
378 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
330 complaints
Brakes
195 complaints
Electrical system
191 complaints
Other or unknown
110 complaints
Steering
76 complaints
Electronic stability control
51 complaints
Engine cooling
50 complaints
Fuel system
39 complaints
Suspension
22 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
19 complaints
Vehicle speed control
18 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology