2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 12%of 74 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 3,400miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 12% of the 74 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 3,400 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.
“Severe shake when braking at high speeds, fuel tank failed (vehicle was spewing diesel) - it took 3 months to get a new tank, transfer case has failed multiple times. We have been having these problems since the day we picked up the truck.I have service records showing all the repairs. Gm is aware of the problems but claim 'there is nothing they can do but wait for a fix'.”
NHTSA complaint #11389212, filed 2021-01, 867 miles“While driving down hill about 65-70 I turned the exhaust brake on and the truck made a big bang noise and then sounded like something was grinding. Then went into limp mode light on dash came on too. I made it home but went to put in reverse and nothing, no reverse”
NHTSA complaint #11323064, filed 2020-05, 3,800 miles“November 20, 2019 with only 1380 on the new 2019 silverado. While leaving a parking garage in the morning in reno, nevada it was 28 degrees. When driving out the transmission seemed to have lost connection. The engine was running but the transmission was not engaging. I feathered the throttle and it reengaged. After entering the street I travelled about 300 to 600 feet and the transmission went to shift but neutralized. Again, I feathered the throttle and it engaged again. At about 2500 miles the transmission did it again. …”
NHTSA complaint #11309550, filed 2020-02, 1,380 miles“While driving in town and slowing down the transmission down shifts and makes a loud clunk noise just below 10 MPH and ether the transmission or rear differential lock up and make the rear tires lock up for about one second. This happens more during the first drive in the morning but will happen anytime with no warning. I am very worried about towing with it. ## VIN passed ## , ##”
NHTSA complaint #11256720, filed 2019-09, 8,500 miles“After picking up truck from dealer for first oil change. Noticed a rattling sound seems to be coming from bell housing area. Dealer says its a diesel thats the way they sound..sounds like something is rolling around in bell housing”
NHTSA complaint #11323067, filed 2020-05, 3,400 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11019516Apr 17, 2025This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11011989Nov 27, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 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…
- 11008966Sep 9, 2024This technical bulletin provides a procedure for the techs to replace the forward check ball and separator plate if found the cause of the customers concern of No Forward Gear…
- 11006473Jul 30, 2024This technical bulletin provides a procedure for the techs to replace the forward check ball and separator plate if found the cause of the customers concern of No Forward Gear…
- 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…
- 11005351Jul 18, 2024This technical bulletin provides a procedure for the techs to replace the forward check ball and separator plate if found the cause of the customers concern of No Forward Gear…
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 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
19 complaintsEngine
19 complaintsFuel system
11 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 Nov 1, 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