2007 Chevrolet Silverado Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 38about this part
- Share
- 21%of 183 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 65,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 38 complaints about the electrical system of the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado, 21% of the 183 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 65,000 miles. 8 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.
“I am a fire investigator working for an insurance company. I recently investigated a fire loss involving a 2007 chevy Silverado classic which originated beneath the bench seat and involved the electrical wiring, which is attached to the driver side of the seat. Fortunately the 85 year old owner of the vehicle was not in the truck at the time of the fire.”
NHTSA complaint #10256476, filed 2009-01, 10,000 miles“On may 26 2008 my chevy Silverado wires caught on fire I was able to get it put out pretty quick with only a minor burn to my finger but GM does not want to admit there is a problem with the truck they cant say why it happened there trying to blame it on me I hope you can look into this so maybe if there is a problem with there trucks some one don't get hurt of die.”
NHTSA complaint #10230253, filed 2008-06, 19,000 miles“Noticed that cruise control did not work while driving. Took vehicle to auto shop to have problem fixed, was told brake lights remained on even when brakes were not being applied (did not remain on when ignition was off), had the brake light switch replaced and problem was fixed. A few months later, a fellow drive told me that my brake lights were staying on while driving and then I noticed that the cruise control was not working again. Took back to auto shop, was told that the brake light switch was ok. …”
NHTSA complaint #10669698, filed 2015-01, 100,000 miles“Doors continuously locking/unlocking, all dash lights continuously turning on/off, clock reset itself to 12:00, engine cutting in/out which also resulted in the loss of power steering and power brakes, all of which occurred while at freeway speed. I purchased the vehicle approximately a year and a half ago from a Chevrolet dealer in sacramento, ca. Since I've owned the vehicle there have been multiple occurrences of the clock resetting itself to 12:00, complete power loss when attempting to start the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10579316, filed 2014-04, 65,500 miles“I have marked power train and electrical since both are involved. I was driving home from work when my truck message center indicated (reduced engine power) . This is dangerous when my vehicle is impeded from accelerating and slowing down to no more then 20 - 25 miles per hour. Since I could of interfered with the traffic and cause an accident or bodily injury to others. A recall should be made since I have noticed a lot of other vehicles have the same scenario.”
NHTSA complaint #10428402, filed 2011-10, 96,490 milesRelated recalls
- 08V441000Aug 28, 2008Gm is recalling 857,735 my 2006-2008 buick lucerne; cadillac dts; hummer h2; my 2007-2008 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche…Covers: Chevrolet Silverado 2007–2008, Buick Lucerne 2006–2008, Cadillac DTS 2006–2008 +13 more
Related service bulletins
- 10113892Mar 1, 2016This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that if OnStar is unable to configure the vehicle after the OnStar 15-08-44-001 upgrade and Onstar receives a…
- 10059078Aug 1, 2015Cadillac/chevrolet/gmc: on some vehicles and/or trucks, instrument cluster will illuminate, after an oil change, indicating low oil pressure and/or ses lamp will illuminate…
- 10113703Jun 23, 2015This technical bulletin provides repair information for repairing the IP to body harness connector to correct a customer concern for intermittent Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)…
- 10114470Apr 17, 2015This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue…
- 10113519Feb 5, 2015This preliminary informational bulletin adds the 2015 model year to repair information on correcting a customer concern of poor, limited, reduced Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) or…
- 10032328Nov 1, 2014Gmc chevrolet service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Material over sensing & diagnostic module retaining moisture. Vehicles may have a condition where an…
- 10112155Aug 7, 2014This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have an intermittent "Check Trailer…
- 10112093May 29, 2014This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles with a "Service Charging System" message displayed on the Driver Information…
- 10112033Jan 28, 2014This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have navigation or radio screen is blank or flashes on and off, no sound…
- 10112009Jan 21, 2014This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the speedometer needle appears to be inaccurate. Dealer should advise the…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 10 | 8% |
| 2016 | 1 | 20% |
| 2015 | 9 | 12% |
| 2014 | 20 | 16% |
| 2013 | 6 | 9% |
| 2012 | 4 | 6% |
| 2011 | 5 | 7% |
| 2010 | 8 | 13% |
| 2009 | 17 | 22% |
| 2008 | 48 | 30% |
| 2007 | 38 | 21% |
| 2006 | 14 | 8% |
| 2005 | 64 | 20% |
| 2004 | 159 | 26% |
| 2003 | 116 | 17% |
| 2002 | 25 | 4% |
| 2001 | 30 | 3% |
| 2000 | 38 | 3% |
| 1999 | 51 | 3% |
| 1998 | 20 | 7% |
| 1997 | 16 | 6% |
| 1996 | 4 | 2% |
| 1995 | 8 | 3% |
| 1994 | 12 | 6% |
| 1992 | 3 | 8% |
| 1991 | 1 | 6% |
| 1990 | 2 | 8% |
| 1989 | 1 | 5% |
| 1988 | 3 | 20% |
Other parts of the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
40 complaintsBrakes
34 complaintsBody and structure
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
21 complaintsEngine
12 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsEquipment
7 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsTires
7 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
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