CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 302 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 8 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (105 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 4 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls
Passenger Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The front passenger air bag inflator in these vehicles can rupture when the air bag deploys.
Passenger air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments
The front passenger air bag inflator in these vehicles uses phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant, which can degrade after long exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and repeated temperature cycling.
Most common 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 problems
Problem areas named in the 302 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 105 |
| Air Bags | 83 |
| Structure | 75 |
| Engine | 33 |
| Suspension | 21 |
| Power Train | 13 |
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Steering | 10 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
What owners report
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was an independent dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 72,000. It was later discovered upon checking the Carfax report that the mileage was 268,000.
The vehicle's structural frame rails have suffered a catastrophic failure. The driver-side frame rail has a physical separation gap measuring between 1/2-inch and 1 inch wide. The passenger-side frame rail is actively delaminating and separating from the inside out. The vehicle and the failed component are completely intact and available for immediate inspection upon request. SAFETY RISK TO OTHERS:The structural integrity of the truck is entirely gone, creating an extreme safety hazard. If driven, the frame is at risk of snapping completely in half, which would cause an immediate, catastrophic loss of steering, suspension control, and braking on public roads, risking a fatal crash for the oc
Was involved in an MVA at @ 40 MPH no air bags were deployed
I am submitting this complaint regarding an unrepaired Takata airbag recall associated with my vehicle VIN and concerns related to dealership representations and compliance charges at the time of sale. My vehicle currently shows an active unrepaired Takata airbag recall under NHTSA Recall Number 21V053 with recall status listed as âRecall Incomplete.â The recall states that the passenger-side front airbag inflator may rupture and send metal fragments into the vehicle interior, potentially causing serious injury or death. The vehicle was purchased on October 30, 2023 from an Alexandria, La Used car lot. Despite this unresolved federally recognized safety recall, a âcomplianceâ fee w
The White Diamond Tri Coat paint that General Motors applied to vehicles is sub par and defective. There is no reason why the paint should be this bad. It is not due to damage or anything the driver has done. This is a factory defect and should be addressed. Every single vehicle I have seen with this same Tri Coat paint is chipping, flaking and peeling. My truck is the LTZ model of Silverado and that is supposed to be the top of the line, best vehicle sub trim that Chevrolet offers. I would like this to be looked into.
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC RWD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (19.1% rollover risk) |
| 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC 4WD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (18.5% rollover risk) |
| 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC RWD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (19.1% rollover risk) |
| 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC 4WD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (18.5% rollover risk) |
| 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (18.5% rollover risk) |
| 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC RWD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (19.1% rollover risk) |
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 questions
Does the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Passenger Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
Based on 302 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (105), Air Bags (83), Structure (75).
How safe is the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 up to 4 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.