2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 7%of 179 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 82,250miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the engine of the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 7% of the 179 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 82,250 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“I bought this truck brand new. I started having problems about 2000 mi. The truck has a miss and jerks under load. It has been to the dealer twice and they tell me the computer doesn't show any trouble codes so there is nothing they can do. Also on occasion the ignition key is hot to the touch. Now I have to take it in again because the brake petal might fall off. What a great product...GM I think builds a lot of these problems in to save money without a care for the customer. Now I have to drive a $46,000 piece of crap thats broken. Our hands are tied and at the mercy of big business. …”
NHTSA complaint #10825714, filed 2016-02, 2,000 miles“There definitely a problem with the def & emission sensors on GM's duramax engines. 4th time engine unexpectedly reduces engine power while traveling at highway speeds. Results in sudden speed reduction which is extremely dangerous in almost any driving environment. These reduced engine power modes related to monitoring diesel emissions will get someone injured or killed (if it hasn't already)”
NHTSA complaint #11048611, filed 2017-11, 117,000 miles“The chevy AC compressor bolt broke before 48k miles while driving on a paved city street in san diego. This failure caused the condenser to also fail and both parts have to be replaced. The total bill for repairs is $2,150.31 and the copy of the invoices is submitted (exclude the fuel filter replacement costs as that was regular maintenance work). The AC compressor failure is caused by cheap parts and is a common problem for all GM products before 100k miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #11232487, filed 2019-07, 47,500 miles“Truck was parked and turned off, a fire started under hood causing damage to engine compartment, usaa insurance notified, truck taken to master gmc in augusta ga, around 40,000 miles and all stock no modifications made”
NHTSA complaint #11182862, filed 2019-02, 40,000 miles“Fuel pump failure while driving highway speed 70mph pulling a trailer. Engine light came on and engine went to limp mode for a few seconds then completely shut down without warning while still going at least 60. Lost power steering and power brakes. Service center confirmed the code for low fuel rail pressure and did the repair. I have retained the CP4 pump for analysis. I was very lucky to not crash my truck.”
NHTSA complaint #11510394, filed 2023-03Related service bulletins
- 11026017Jun 5, 2025This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
- 11024485May 15, 2025The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 11020254May 7, 2025This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in…
- 11017263Mar 25, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11016942Mar 4, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 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.
- 11014233Jan 30, 2025This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11012907Dec 18, 2024This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 11011900Nov 22, 2024This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 15% |
| 2025 | 7 | 23% |
| 2024 | 13 | 9% |
| 2023 | 7 | 15% |
| 2022 | 7 | 7% |
| 2021 | 8 | 9% |
| 2020 | 10 | 9% |
| 2019 | 19 | 26% |
| 2018 | 12 | 23% |
| 2017 | 12 | 22% |
| 2016 | 8 | 7% |
| 2015 | 12 | 7% |
| 2014 | 7 | 18% |
| 2013 | 6 | 12% |
| 2012 | 8 | 15% |
| 2011 | 9 | 9% |
| 2010 | 2 | 10% |
| 2009 | 3 | 5% |
| 2008 | 4 | 2% |
| 2007 | 3 | 1% |
| 2006 | 5 | 3% |
| 2005 | 5 | 2% |
| 2004 | 14 | 4% |
| 2003 | 15 | 3% |
| 2002 | 13 | 4% |
| 2001 | 25 | 6% |
| 2000 | 1 | 1% |
| 1999 | 2 | 2% |
| 1997 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
58 complaintsBrakes
37 complaintsOther or unknown
22 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
20 complaintsFuel system
19 complaintsAir bags
17 complaintsSteering
17 complaintsExterior lighting
9 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsTires
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
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