2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 116about this part
- Share
- 15%of 750 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 4,660miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 116 complaints about the brakes of the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 15% of the 750 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 4,660 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Was on vacation and went to eat supper approximately an hour later returned to vehicle cranked up truck and went to leave (in reverse) when I cut the wheel the truck had no power steering and so I pressed the brake and it was barely working, luckily I wasn't going to fast and was able to stop before hitting the vehicle behind me. Check ESC light came on. Had to disconnect the battery to reset the computer”
NHTSA complaint #11348513, filed 2020-08, 5,100 miles“2020 SILVERADO 1500 custom crew cab 4.6l, v6. Purchased truck onaugust 10, 2020. Took it to dealer on august 17, 2020 because of jerking forward at low speed (20-25 MPH) and rear brakes making a deep rubbing sound. Of course, technician said there were no problems (because he could not duplicate) the jerking motion. After picking up my truck, I noticed that they did not even address the brake issue, nor did the service advisor note it on the form.”
NHTSA complaint #11351536, filed 2020-08, 133 miles“2020 SILVERADO 1500 duramax 3.0 1200 miles and check engine light with codes. I was 300 miles from home so glad it made it. Take to dealer and they tell me I cant drive it because of a failed master cylinder issue. Part is on unknown backorder.”
NHTSA complaint #11301177, filed 2020-01, 1,200 miles“When I stop slowly the brake pedal starts to make a noise and starts to shake. You can literally feel your foot shaking when stopping slowly. It does not make it every time but when it does it makes it like 4 times. I first noticed this when driving on the highway while on a road trip then it started doing it on the city street. It does it when you are making a stop but havent stopped completely because when you come to a complete stop it stops doing it.”
NHTSA complaint #11340002, filed 2020-07, 1,202 miles“Drove to work no issues no lights after work I start the truck check engine light is on service ebrake light is on and the ebrake light is flashing truck will not move ebrake is stuck on and I did not set the brake when I parked”
NHTSA complaint #11384134, filed 2020-12, 12,600 milesRelated recalls
- 20V116000Feb 27, 2020General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The bolts used to attach the front and/or rear brake…Covers: Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2020, GMC Sierra 1500 2020
Related service bulletins
- 11024378Sep 6, 2025This service bulletin advises the technician of a possible loose ground that may be causing customer concerns of Loss of Steering Assist and/or Loss of Brake Assist and…
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11013242Jan 17, 2025This informational bulletin advises the technician to check for faults that may be caused by the trailer otherwise found by a possible faulty trailer connector.
- 11012938Jan 9, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about customers that may request the factory Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Regular…
- 11012932Jan 7, 2025This Preliminary information communicates an issue with premature brake pad life and engineering is working on release new pad lining material.
- 11011382Nov 15, 2024This Preliminary information communicates an issue with premature brake pad life and engineering is working on release new pad lining material.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11011210Oct 30, 2024This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the rear calipers if found packed for of mud and debris.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 12 | 9% |
| 2025 | 6 | 6% |
| 2024 | 11 | 3% |
| 2023 | 25 | 6% |
| 2022 | 58 | 9% |
| 2021 | 45 | 5% |
| 2020 | 116 | 15% |
| 2019 | 195 | 18% |
| 2018 | 99 | 19% |
| 2017 | 190 | 27% |
| 2016 | 266 | 33% |
| 2015 | 374 | 34% |
| 2014 | 281 | 20% |
| 2013 | 5 | 2% |
| 2012 | 9 | 4% |
| 2011 | 17 | 3% |
| 2010 | 7 | 2% |
| 2009 | 17 | 4% |
| 2008 | 28 | 3% |
| 2007 | 62 | 7% |
| 2006 | 171 | 48% |
| 2005 | 131 | 25% |
| 2004 | 330 | 41% |
| 2003 | 429 | 53% |
| 2002 | 363 | 71% |
| 2001 | 307 | 66% |
| 2000 | 422 | 69% |
| 1999 | 373 | 64% |
| 1998 | 122 | 34% |
| 1997 | 134 | 24% |
| 1996 | 3 | 43% |
| 1994 | 3 | 30% |
Other parts of the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
251 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
235 complaintsElectrical system
117 complaintsOther or unknown
80 complaintsSteering
74 complaintsFuel system
41 complaintsVehicle speed control
28 complaintsEngine cooling
26 complaintsBody and structure
26 complaintsSuspension
20 complaintsWheels
14 complaintsElectronic stability control
13 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2020 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology