CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 750 complaints with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, 10 fires, 12 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (251 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls
Rear Wheels Can Lock Up, Raising Crash Risk
Certain pickups from model years 2020 to 2022 may have been repaired incorrectly under an earlier recall (24V797).
Rear Wheels Can Lock Up, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2020-2021 GM full-size pickups and SUVs equipped with diesel engines may have a transmission control valve that can fail.
Wrong spare tire can disable anti-lock brakes
Certain 2019-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks equipped with accessory road tires and 17-inch wheels may have a spare tire that is not compatible with those accessory wheels.
Tires May Lose Air or Separate, Risking Loss of Control
Certain tires on these General Motors vehicles were cured for too long during production.
Front Center Seat Belt May Not Restrain Occupant in Crash
Some full-size Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups from the 2019 to 2020 model years have a problem with the seat belt brackets for the front center seat.
Tires May Fail Suddenly, Raising Crash Risk
Certain GM vehicles from 2020 and 2021, including Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Traverse, and Chevrolet and GMC Silverado and Sierra 1500 models, may have been built with Continental tires that were overcured during manufacturing.
Driveshaft May Separate, Causing Loss of Power
A driveshaft joint on these trucks may not have been properly welded.
Curtain Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash
The diffuser on the roof-rail curtain airbag inflator may not have been crimped securely to the inflator.
Brake caliper bolts may break, reducing braking
Some front and/or rear brake caliper bolts may not have been heat treated, so they can break under load.
Battery cable may stall engine or cause fire
A battery positive (B+) cable ring may have been made with too much glue, which can leave an intermittent electrical connection between the cable and the alternator.
Fuel pump may leak fuel and cause a fire
The fuel pump on these vehicles may be missing a pressure regulator.
Seat Belt Gas Vent Can Ignite Carpet, Causing Fire
Certain trucks have front seat belt pretensioners that, when they fire during a crash, can release hot gas through an opening in the pretensioner bracket.
Most common 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 problems
Problem areas named in the 750 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 251 |
| Power Train | 235 |
| Electrical System | 117 |
| Service Brakes | 103 |
| Unknown Or Other | 77 |
| Steering | 74 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 35 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 28 |
| Structure | 26 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 26 |
What owners report
Incident: Twice our Chevrolet Silverado 2020 Duramax has experienced while operating, sudden with no warning "reduced engine power" and "check engine light" the engine sounds very different and does not operate as it should and presents a safety issue when you are driving and traveling at a high rate of speed. These incidences occurred on 10-4-2026 and 10-23-2026. The vehicle experienced a sudden failure of the engine coolant control valve, triggering Diagnostic Trouble Code P1006. This component failure restricts proper engine thermal management and poses a risk of sudden engine overheating while driving. General Motors has formally acknowledged this identical part failure as a chronic man
Truck would not start - it left me stranded. The main body to engine ground strap had rotted off. I found there is a Chevrolet Customer Satisfaction Program (N252515590) for ground straps rotting for the same make/model/year as my vehicle, but for some reason mine isnât listed by VIN number in the program.
It said on the dash, "Brake System Failure 43MPH Top Speed," "Service ESC," and lights on were the ABS light, BRAKE light, Engine Light, and Wheel Traction light. My wife and my [XXX] son's safety were at risk while driving on a busy 75mph highway and trying to turn around and make it home as the brakes did not work and having to cross busy streets. It was not able to reproduce but my local mechanic found the bulletin from way back that had not been addressed by GM after numerous times to a dealer for other repairs. I then took it to a local GM dealer that confirmed software update was not applied and they did the repair and I was charged to pay even though this was a known GM issue that nev
Transmission started slipping for no reason around 100 thousand miles. All maintenance had been done no code was ever shown on dash no check engine light took it to 3 different places and had it tested all said the same thing they couldn't find anything wrong. Now its sitting at the shop and they are saying its the Transmission and it needs a new one.
We were traveling at approximately 65 miles per hour while towing our Coachmen Apex travel trailer with our 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT equipped with the 3.0L Duramax diesel engine. During travel, we heard a loud popping sound originating from beneath the hood. There were no warning/engine lights or smell. Immediately afterward, we observed substantial smoke billowing from the front of the vehicle.We pulled off the highway as quickly as possible. Smoke began entering the passenger compartment through the ventilation system, and we observed flames beneath the hood. Recognizing the immediate danger, we evacuated the vehicle and removed our dog. We attempted to extinguish the fire usin
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (19.8% rollover risk) |
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC 4WD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (19.8% rollover risk) |
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC 4WD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (19.8% rollover risk) |
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC 2WD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (19.1% rollover risk) |
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC 2WD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (19.1% rollover risk) |
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC 2WD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 4 | 5 | 4 (19.1% rollover risk) |
2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 questions
Does the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Rear Wheels Can Lock Up, Raising Crash Risk; Rear Wheels Can Lock Up, Raising Crash Risk; Wrong spare tire can disable anti-lock brakes; Tires May Lose Air or Separate, Risking Loss of Control; Front Center Seat Belt May Not Restrain Occupant in Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
Based on 750 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (251), Power Train (235), Electrical System (117).
How safe is the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 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.