2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Problems
Compared with other Chevrolet Silverado 3500 years
Typical for this model
43/100 0.8× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.8× that of a typical Chevrolet Silverado 3500 year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 10 of its 27 complaints were filed by the end of 2024.
- Most reported part: Electrical system (5 complaints, median 50,000 mi).
- 3 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 27filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 53,500miles, 8 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The part named most often is electrical system, with 5 complaints (19% of the total), followed by other or unknown (5) and brakes (4). 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 25% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 53,500 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 898 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 205 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 177 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 7 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 43 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system5 19%
- Other or unknown5 19%
- Brakes4 15%
- Engine3 11%
- Air bags1 3.7%
- Engine cooling1 3.7%
- Exterior lighting1 3.7%
Also reported: Steering (1), Body and structure (1), Suspension (1).
Example complaints
Electrical system: “Message will appear that states : trailer brake system needs serviced “ When that appears and I am currently towing a trailer I lose all power to trailer including the brakes. I can’t signal I can’t use the trailer brakes. I’m towing 14,000 lbs and when I’m going down a 6% grade this is very dangerous. I have had vehicle in twice for this issue , first time I was told they replaced a controller, 2nd time they said no problems detected. For me to lose all power to tow vehicle is unacceptable and extremely dangerous”
NHTSA complaint #11574193, filed 2024-02Other or unknown: “Issue: Tailgate unlatches unexpectedly Erratic behavior consistent with electronic release switch malfunction I am reporting a safety concern involving the tailgate on my 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD. The tailgate exhibits erratic behavior and has unlatched unexpectedly without user input. I can support this claim with documented video evidence I took while the vehicle was parked. …”
NHTSA complaint #11735580, filed 2026-05Brakes: “The brakes really seem to be lacking stopping power unloaded and especially while towing a 30' gooseneck loaded. I even have the brake controller set to 10 and it really takes awhile to stop. I have to deliberately leave even more room in front of me to make sure I can stop.”
NHTSA complaint #11675338, filed 2025-07Latches, locks and linkages: “The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that the tailgate intermittently opened while driving at various speeds. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that the failure was related to the tailgate electronic switch, allowing the tailgate to open or close independently. The contact was concerned that the tailgate could present a hazard to other drivers if the tailgate opened unexpectedly. The dealer was notified of the failure and provided the contact with an estimate for the repair. …”
NHTSA complaint #11674525, filed 2025-07, 85,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
25% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 50,000 and 67,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: rising. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Electric › Control moduleCovers: Chevrolet Silverado 3500 2021–2022, Silverado 2500 2021–2022, GMC Sierra 2500 2021–2022 +1 more
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 vehicles with electronic brake control modules (EBCM) replaced during vehicle assembly. The bolts that attach the brake…
- 24V797000Oct 24, 2024Power train › Automatic transmission › Fluid/lubricant › Valves/valve bodyCovers: Chevrolet Silverado 3500 2020–2022, GMC Sierra 2500 2020–2022, Sierra 3500 2020–2022 +9 more
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, 2021 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The…
- 24V060000Feb 1, 2024Latches/locks/linkages › Tailgate › LatchCovers: Chevrolet Silverado 3500 2020–2024, GMC Sierra 2500 2020–2024, Sierra 3500 2020–2024 +1 more
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which…
Recall details for the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 898 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026Other or unknown. This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11036713Aug 27, 2026Other or unknown. This document assists GM dealer technicians with diagnosing torque converter concerns to ensure torque converter replacement is necessary. The torque converter part number will be placed on order…
- 11036392Aug 20, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
- 11036196Aug 7, 2026Other or unknown. This Preliminary information communicates an issue where an aftermarket autostop device or rear taillights is causing a dead battery.
- 11035350Jul 23, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides information to repair the door water deflector which is not sealed properly allows water into the door jam/sill area.
- 11035340Jul 21, 2026Other or unknown. PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- 11035308Jul 21, 2026Other or unknown. This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
- 11035133Jul 17, 2026Other or unknown. This PI was created to help avoid unnecessary front camera module replacements
- 11034977Jul 6, 2026Other or unknown. The purpose of this PI is to inform dealer technicians of a normal cab pressure relief valve noise to avoid unnecessary part replacement
Other model years of the Chevrolet Silverado 3500
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12 | 1,500 | 1 | — | — | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 51 | 2,800 | 3 | — | — | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 16 | 18,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 27 | 53,500 | 3 | — | — | 43 · Typical | Rising |
| 2021 | 41 | 34,500 | 5 | — | — | 64 · Typical | Rising |
| 2020 | 42 | 40,000 | 8 | — | — | 56 · Typical | Rising |
| 2019 | 22 | 7,390 | 7 | — | — | — | Rising |
| 2018 | 19 | 23,000 | 6 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2017 | 13 | 22,000 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 51 | 24,486 | 7 | — | — | 91 · More | Rising |
| 2015 | 52 | 34,461 | 7 | — | — | 79 · More | Stable |
| 2014 | 10 | 37,900 | 3 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 26 | 56,000 | 4 | — | — | 28 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2012 | 23 | 46,962 | 4 | — | — | — | Rising |
| 2011 | 29 | 54,588 | 5 | — | — | 28 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2009 | 10 | 47,655 | 6 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 31 | 74,629 | 4 | — | — | 24 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2007 | 39 | 34,500 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2006 | 52 | 52,036 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2005 | 46 | 56,633 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2004 | 41 | 50,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2003 | 42 | 84,728 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 50 | 44,844 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2001 | 72 | 68,000 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2000 | 80 | 47,974 | 1 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1999 | 47 | 52,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 67 | 71,200 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 61 | 61,517 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Chevrolet Silverado 3500 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have?
NHTSA recorded 27 consumer complaints for the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is reported most often?
Electrical system is named most often, in 5 complaints (19% of the total), followed by other or unknown with 5.
Has the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 reported?
Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 53,500 miles and the middle half falls between 50,000 and 67,000 miles; 25% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.