2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 19about this part
- Share
- 26%of 74 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 15,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 19 complaints about the engine of the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 26% of the 74 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 15,000 miles. 3 a fire, 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.
“The truck was issued a recall for the engine blocker heater which was performed. Since that recall was performed I keep getting low coolant warnings on the dash in error. The vehicles was taken back to dealer and everything was checked. They refilled the system just incase there was an air pocket but they warned me about 4 out of 10 people that have the recall performed continually get a low coolant light. The truck was fine for 2 months and now I'm back to having the low coolant light on. The coolant level looks fine. …”
NHTSA complaint #11374988, filed 2020-11, 25,000 miles“When vehicle is accelerating anywhere from 30-50 MPH, the truck loses power for several seconds, and starts sputtering or chugging. The RPM on the dash starts bouncing up and down. This goes on for several seconds and truck slows down. It then goes away and can continue driving. However, when towing trailers, the effect is only increased and the truck slows down even more.”
NHTSA complaint #11180875, filed 2019-02, 10 miles“The engine surges when letting out of the pedal and coming to a stop. I have been told by the chevy service department that they don't see it. The RPM's drop and pick back up 3-6 times with no foot on the pedal slowing down to a stop. It happens all the time. For them not to see a problem is ridiculous.”
NHTSA complaint #11326308, filed 2020-05, 100 miles“The Variable Geometry Turbocharger Actuator failed on my 2019 2500HD Silverado. There was a significant decrease in power. This was most noticeable on uphill grades where speed would drop to between 35 and 40 mph on a 75mph speed limit highway. On several occasions, vehicles came close to hitting me because of my slow speed.”
NHTSA complaint #11724249, filed 2026-03“Prior to 04/25/21 and 08/25/21 I was traveling 60mph on I-205 in the fast lane when my truck went into limp mode. I nearly caused an accident because the truck started shaking, all check engine lights illuminated, and it was challenging to navigate to the right lane and off the highway. This happened on two separate occasions. GM sent a letter dated August 2021 that my truck, equipped with a 6.6L diesel engine, may have a condition that could cause the engine glow plugs to fail. …”
NHTSA complaint #11635652, filed 2025-01Related recalls
- 19V328000Apr 25, 2019General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 4500, 5500 and 6500 vehicles and 2017-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles…Covers: Chevrolet Silverado 2500 2017–2019, GMC Sierra 2500 2017–2019, Sierra 3500 2017–2019 +4 more
Related 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…
- 11019503Apr 18, 2025This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on vehicles outside of a California Emissions State who move to and register their vehicle in a California…
- 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…
- 11013235Jan 15, 2025Informational bulletin explaining how a plow may cause overheating and engine damage when traveling over 45 mph.
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
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 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
19 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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