2015 Chevrolet Silverado problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 1,187 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, filed between 2014-06-29 and 2026-09-23. The most common problem areas are the service brakes (356, 30%), steering (175, 15%) and electrical system (174, 15%). Owners reported 61 crashes, 16 fires, 35 injuries and 1 death in these complaints. NHTSA lists 18 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Chevrolet Silverado complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 356 | 30% | 26 | 0 | 6 |
| Steering | 175 | 15% | 8 | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical system | 174 | 15% | 4 | 12 | 3 |
| Power train | 147 | 12% | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine | 146 | 12% | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 137 | 12% | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Air bags | 72 | 6% | 24 | 1 | 25 |
| Structure | 49 | 4% | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Exterior lighting | 37 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 30 | 3% | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| Suspension | 28 | 2% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 26 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 25 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 24 | 2% | 4 | 0 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 23 | 2% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Service brakes: 356 complaints
- 356 complaints of 1,187 (30%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 16 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 26 crashes and 6 injuries in these complaints.
- 4 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado; the latest, campaign 19V761000, says: “If a wheel-speed sensor fails, while the vehicle is traveling between 41 and 60 mph in four-wheel or automatic mode, the Electronic-Brake Control Module (EBCM) software may activate the…”
Steering: 175 complaints
- 175 complaints of 1,187 (15%) name the steering — the steering wheel, column, gear and power-steering assist.
- 49 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 8 crashes, 5 injuries and 1 death in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado; the latest, campaign 18V586000, says: “Electric power steering (EPS) assist may be lost momentarily, followed by a sudden return of EPS assist.”
Electrical system: 174 complaints
- 174 complaints of 1,187 (15%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 49 of them also name the steering; owners reported 4 crashes, 12 fires and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado; the recall, campaign 15V640000, says: “In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the "Start" position.”
Power train: 147 complaints
- 147 complaints of 1,187 (12%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 25 of them also name the engine; owners reported 3 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado; the latest, campaign 14V819000, says: “Due to an improper heat-treatment, the rear axle shaft may fracture while the vehicle is being driven.”
Engine: 146 complaints
- 146 complaints of 1,187 (12%) name the engine.
- 27 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 5 crashes, 1 fire and 1 injury in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado; the recall, campaign 14V007000, says: “General Motors is recalling certain 2014 model year Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, and 2015 model year Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV; Chevrolet Silverado HD; and GMC…”
Air bags: 72 complaints
- 72 complaints of 1,187 (6%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- 6 of them also name the seat belts; owners reported 24 crashes, 1 fire and 25 injuries in these complaints.
- 4 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado; the latest, campaign 21V504000, says: “The roof-rail air bag (RRAB) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.”
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 37 |
| 2016 | 77 |
| 2017 | 77 |
| 2018 | 177 |
| 2019 | 214 |
| 2020 | 116 |
| 2021 | 101 |
| 2022 | 115 |
| 2023 | 87 |
| 2024 | 60 |
| 2025 | 73 |
| 2026 | 47 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names SILVERADO, SILVERADO 1500, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado's most common problem areas are the service brakes (356 of 1,187 complaints), steering (175 of 1,187 complaints) and electrical system (174 of 1,187 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado have?
NHTSA has 1,187 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, including 61 reported crashes and 16 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado's problems?
NHTSA lists 18 recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado; 6 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.