2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 26about this part
- Share
- 3%of 750 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 9,800miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 26 complaints about the body and structure of the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 3% of the 750 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 9,800 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Vehicle bought new from dealer dec 2020. I decided to replace some lights so, I lowered the spare tire for better access while replacing a light bulb. I noticed everywhere the spare tire and the frame cross members come into contact the paint has rubbed away and rust has begun to form. Also, the sidewall of the spare tire has corresponding spots where the rubber has worn away. This leads me to have concerns as to the spare tire's availability in the event of a flat.”
NHTSA complaint #11407413, filed 2021-04, 2,838 miles“Frame paint peeling off within 6 months. Drivers and passenger side frame above rear axles. Multiple complaints documented on chevy forums. Paint falls of with simple wash exposing bare metal frame which will lead to premature rust and corrosion”
NHTSA complaint #11397632, filed 2021-02, 3,500 miles“On the hood of truck is a chrome 6.2l emblem. On sunny days and driving west the sun reflects very brightly off of the emblem and into the drivers eyes. Even with sunglasses the reflection is very bright and penetrating.”
NHTSA complaint #11320117, filed 2020-04, 800 miles“Rear passenger pillar leaking and causing rust, staining of headliner and pillar covers. Documented by many owners on chevy forums. Leak may be from roof seal or rear window.”
NHTSA complaint #11397634, filed 2021-02, 4,700 miles“The tailgate opens up while vehicle is in drive. No warning lights come on, the only way I knew is that people driving beside us flagged us down. The pickup bed was full of our luggage… luckily, nothing fell out. This has happened at least 3-4 times. The last time, we were towing our travel trailer, the tailgate opened up while we were driving and got caught on our tongue jack and propane tanks…damaging the tailgate and propane tanks.”
NHTSA complaint #11593566, filed 2024-06Related service bulletins
- 11022868May 8, 2025This informational bulletin provides information on Anti-Chip Coating Appearance.
- 11016944Mar 11, 2025This service bulletin provides frame coating repair information to correct a customer concern of wax coating on frame peeling, metal shows corrosion/rusting (U.S. and Canada Only).
- 11015605Mar 4, 2025This technical bulletin provides a procedure to correct the condition of Suction Cup Marks on Window Glass.
- 11015382Feb 20, 2025This informational bulletin provides a procedure on how to remove the paint stain that may present itself under the shipping film.
- 11014579Feb 19, 2025This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Diagnostic Tips For Park Assist Off Message / Unwanted Or False Park Assist Alerts / No DTCs.
- 11014021Feb 1, 2025This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of vertical misalignment between cab and pickup box on driver side of vehicle.
- 11014019Feb 1, 2025This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of the pickup box being out of alignment.
- 11014171Jan 31, 2025This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
- 11014238Jan 30, 2025This warranty administration service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period.
- 11013269Jan 16, 2025This informational bulletin provides a guide on how to diagnose and test for vibrations utilizing the PicoScope.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 2% |
| 2025 | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 | 8 | 3% |
| 2023 | 7 | 2% |
| 2022 | 13 | 2% |
| 2021 | 29 | 3% |
| 2020 | 26 | 3% |
| 2019 | 22 | 2% |
| 2018 | 11 | 2% |
| 2017 | 20 | 3% |
| 2016 | 21 | 3% |
| 2015 | 46 | 4% |
| 2014 | 90 | 6% |
| 2013 | 75 | 25% |
| 2012 | 35 | 16% |
| 2011 | 72 | 13% |
| 2010 | 38 | 10% |
| 2009 | 54 | 12% |
| 2008 | 60 | 7% |
| 2007 | 55 | 6% |
| 2006 | 16 | 4% |
| 2005 | 15 | 3% |
| 2004 | 15 | 2% |
| 2003 | 27 | 3% |
| 2002 | 30 | 6% |
| 2001 | 30 | 6% |
| 2000 | 33 | 5% |
| 1999 | 53 | 9% |
| 1998 | 15 | 4% |
| 1997 | 12 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
251 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
235 complaintsElectrical system
117 complaintsBrakes
116 complaintsOther or unknown
80 complaintsSteering
74 complaintsFuel system
41 complaintsVehicle speed control
28 complaintsEngine cooling
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 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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