2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 10%of 104 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 61,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 10% of the 104 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 61,000 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.
“At 75000 starting have problems with transmission always down shifting. At 126000 torque converter came apart and caused damage to the transmission pump and bell housing. The truck was being driven in both situations.0”
NHTSA complaint #10887936, filed 2016-07, 126,000 miles“Throtle position sensor is always on even after replaced transmission is shifting, poorly, needs reprogramming gears are shifting roght malfuntion of transmission soleinoids, bad manufacture,”
NHTSA complaint #10939301, filed 2017-01, 250 miles“The transmission control module (TCM) began acting erratic. At times the transmission will not shift but several times it has gone into park( with no warning) when slowing down causing the wheels to lock and the truck skids to a stop. I was nearly in 2 accidents when this happened. Both time I was hauling a load and caused the traffic behind me have to swerve to not run into me. …”
NHTSA complaint #11542326, filed 2023-09“My truck has been at a dealership since May 31st , 2022. It needs a TCM. While researching , plus calling aftermarket parts suppliers(Auto zone and others) , and also calling auto recycling/salvages yards , there are Zero TCM's available unless you get lucky at a auto salvage yard minutes after a wrecked truck shows up. There is a huge issue with the TCM's failing on these 10 year old trucks , and GM refuses to allow their supplier to make replacement TCM's. I have lost the use of my truck for almost 6 months at this point. …”
NHTSA complaint #11494817, filed 2022-11“The vehicle started to shift on its own mostly between the upper gears even though terrain or load had not changed. At slower speeds the vehicle started to automatically shift into park and lock up the wheels. This caused a very serious risk of injury to me and the people behind me when it would lock up. After stopping the vehicle sometimes does not move when in drive. There are no warning lights Took it to a shop and they checked it over. I was informed that there is a known issue with the electronic transmission control unit (TCM) for the Allison Transmission. …”
NHTSA complaint #11519283, filed 2023-04Related service bulletins
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 11009756Sep 17, 2024This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and…
- 11009088Sep 16, 2024This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be…
- 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…
- 11005311Jul 9, 2024This service bulletin provides information on Driveline Clunk Noise and what is acceptable and what is considered normal operation.
- 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…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 15% |
| 2025 | 10 | 32% |
| 2024 | 36 | 25% |
| 2023 | 17 | 36% |
| 2022 | 19 | 20% |
| 2021 | 30 | 34% |
| 2020 | 33 | 30% |
| 2019 | 9 | 12% |
| 2018 | 6 | 11% |
| 2017 | 9 | 17% |
| 2016 | 18 | 15% |
| 2015 | 20 | 11% |
| 2014 | 5 | 13% |
| 2013 | 4 | 8% |
| 2012 | 5 | 9% |
| 2011 | 10 | 10% |
| 2010 | 2 | 10% |
| 2009 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 | 14 | 7% |
| 2007 | 21 | 10% |
| 2006 | 32 | 18% |
| 2005 | 21 | 8% |
| 2004 | 15 | 4% |
| 2003 | 30 | 7% |
| 2002 | 12 | 3% |
| 2001 | 26 | 7% |
| 2000 | 7 | 5% |
| 1999 | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 | 3 | 4% |
| 1997 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
40 complaintsOther or unknown
13 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsEngine
9 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsWheels
5 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsTires
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
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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