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ProblemsByVin File / 2007-CHEVROLET-SILVERADO
2007 · Chevrolet

Chevrolet Silverado problems

1 safety recall. 1,055 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.4 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
503 reports · avg $1,100
critical
electrical
107 reports · avg $850
critical
brakes
88 reports · avg $450
moderate
engine
59 reports · avg $3,100
severe
body
51 reports · avg $1,500
critical
powertrain
45 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
steering
32 reports · avg $700
severe
seatbelts
19 reports · avg $500
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 Silverado · other
THE DASH IS CRACKING IN SEVERAL DIFFERENT PLACES AN GM NEEDS TO DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT.
12/31/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11292377.0
2007 Silverado · airbags
TAKATA RECALL HAS NOT BEEN COMPLETED ON THIS VEHICLE WHILE THEY HAVE BEEN DOING THE SILVERADO 2500 AND 3500. THIS ISSUE NEEDS TO BE RESOLVED ALREADY, IT HAS BEEN LONG ENOUGH!
12/31/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11164209.0
2007 Silverado · engine
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO SAFELY PULL OFF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER FOUND A SHORT IN THE CAP AND ROTOR, IN WHICH A HOLE WAS…
12/31/2007 · NHTSA ODI #10213260.0
2007 Silverado · brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD DEPRESS TO THE FLOORBOARD WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY REPLACED THE BRAKE CALIPERS, TWO BRAKE…
12/30/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11385613.0

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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 07E106000 17/12/2007

CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS

WHEEL SEPARATION CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Fix: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE HUB ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL TOLL-FREE AT 877-489-6659.

Common questions

Is the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.4 out of 10 based on 1,055 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 503 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Chevrolet Silverado has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 1,055 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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