2010 Chevrolet Silverado Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 10%of 62 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 3,313miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the visibility of the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado, 10% of the 62 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 3,313 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.
“When the temp drops below freezing and it is snowing/raining out side you can not keep the windows defrosted. They are so fogged up on the inside of the truck you need to either drive with a window down on keep a towel in the truck to wipe the windows clean to see. Had truck back to the dealer but the parts they installed never did any good. Please help the people that live in colder climates get some help with this problem. I had the same problem with the 2008 truck I got rid of to purchase this one. The dealer claims to know nothing about any problems.”
NHTSA complaint #10588577, filed 2014-05, 5,000 miles“At temps starting around 35 degrees the defroster stops working and the inside windows fog up leaving no visibility at all. So far the only way to clear it is to open windows and wait. Not good when its cold. Moisture builds up like a steamy shower on a mirror. I have read lots of complaints about the same issue and if there isn't a recall to fix then there should be lawsuits filed against Chevrolet and this web site for not taking action. Or are we all supposed to wait until people start dying in accidents first?”
NHTSA complaint #10438699, filed 2011-12, 600 miles“With frost on the windshield, engaging the defroster will melt the frost on the exterior of the window, but it also wets the inside of the cab, causing all of the windows to have fog which will not let you see. This also occurred in december while driving home from waxahachie, snow was falling and the temperature was at 35 degrees and falling with ice starting to accumulate on the windshield. I engaged the defroster to clear the ice, but all of the windows fogged up so fast that I barely got pulled over to the side of the road before I couldn't see at all. …”
NHTSA complaint #10379188, filed 2011-01, 1,626 miles“2010 Chevrolet Silverado. Consumer writes in regards to accessory power module safety recall. The consumer stated the hybrid control module was failed and there would be no parts available to repair it. The manufacturer denied repair assistance and would not buy back the vehicle. The vehicle's mileage was 149,169.”
NHTSA complaint #11453628, filed 2022-02Related service bulletins
- 10114309Oct 23, 2014This informational bulletin explains how to care for wiper blades.
- 10054243Nov 1, 2013General motors: the windows, front and rear, would bind, poor fit, misalignment, makes rattle or squeaking noises, moves slowly and is inoperative. Model 2008-2014 vehicles and…
- 10112382Oct 1, 2013This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the percentage of UV protection or tint offered by the windshield or side glass…
- 10113062Jun 25, 2013This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about an owner that may request to have a different style mirror installed on their vehicle or…
- 10112615Nov 29, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that have windows inoperative while the engine is…
- 10043892Nov 1, 2012Gm: diagnose and repair hvac blower function. May not be any air flow from the hvac vents. One possible of this condition may be the contacts in the hvac junction block(s)…
- 10112491Oct 17, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have passenger window express down feature is inoperative. Technician should…
- 10112451Oct 5, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have passenger window express down feature is inoperative. Technician should…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 4 | 3% |
| 2015 | 4 | 5% |
| 2014 | 3 | 2% |
| 2013 | 3 | 5% |
| 2011 | 2 | 3% |
| 2010 | 6 | 10% |
| 2009 | 3 | 4% |
| 2008 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 9 | 5% |
| 2006 | 5 | 3% |
| 2005 | 9 | 3% |
| 2004 | 18 | 3% |
| 2003 | 20 | 3% |
| 2002 | 19 | 3% |
| 2001 | 15 | 2% |
| 2000 | 28 | 2% |
| 1999 | 44 | 3% |
| 1998 | 45 | 16% |
| 1997 | 38 | 14% |
| 1996 | 74 | 40% |
| 1995 | 148 | 56% |
| 1994 | 128 | 61% |
| 1993 | 23 | 33% |
| 1992 | 13 | 33% |
| 1991 | 2 | 12% |
| 1989 | 1 | 5% |
| 1988 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
12 complaintsBody and structure
12 complaintsEngine
10 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsTires
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsSteering
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 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