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2007 Chevrolet Silverado problems
The 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has 1,056 NHTSA owner complaints on file — not a small number. 4 active recall campaigns.
The 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has 1,056 NHTSA owner complaints and 4 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is airbags at 503 complaints, typically surfacing around 99,387 miles (~$1,100 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Chevrolet Silverado owner complaints by model year
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
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Critical
4
Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2007 Silverado?
Avoid — the electrical system
The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the electrical system was repaired or replaced.
1 fatality report and 16 fire-related complaints on the electrical system
Body: 51 complaints, classified critical, failures cluster 36,000–95,000 mi
Reliability score 5.8/10 — around the segment average
4 recall campaigns on file
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model —
not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2007 Chevrolet Silverado? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or
make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
airbags — 503 owner reports
· tends to show around 99,387 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
electrical — 107 owner reports
· tends to show around 77,460 mi · ~$850 to fix
brakes — 88 owner reports
· tends to show around 59,012 mi · ~$450 to fix
engine — 60 owner reports
· tends to show around 69,112 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: airbags is flagged
critical on this model
, showing up around 99,387 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 4 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 5.8/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
engine (~$3,100) — get the
seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report
tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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year and model. Not a maintenance schedule — a heads-up on where this model's failures cluster.
What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
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!
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…
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…
Takata recall manufacturer recall number2049151 NHTSA recall number16v381 it has been nearly two years and Chevrolet still says there is no remedy for my recall, the service agents said for nobody to ride in my passenger seat due to safety reasons because of the airbag, but…
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Gm is recalling 857,735 my 2006-2008 Buick lucerne; Cadillac dts; Hummer h2; my 2007-2008 Cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; Chevrolet avalanche, silverado, suburban, tahoe; GMC acadia, sierra, yukon, yukon xl, Saturn outlook; and my 2008 Buick enclave vehicles equipped with a heated wiper washer fluid system
This may cause other electrical features to malfunction, create an odor, or cause smoke increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a wire harness with an in-line fuse free of charge. The recall began on september 12, 2008. Owners may contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080; Cadillac at 1-800-982-2339 or http://www.Cadillac.com; Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; Saturn at 1-800-972-8876 or http://www.Saturn.com, GMC at 1-866-996-9436; or Hummer at 1-800-732-5493; or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .
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.
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 5.8 out of 10 based on 1,056 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.
Should you avoid the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado?
On the NHTSA data, the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is one to avoid unless a specific vehicle proves otherwise. The data says walk unless this exact vehicle has documented proof the electrical system was repaired or replaced. The record behind that call: 1 fatality report and 16 fire-related complaints on the electrical system; Body: 51 complaints, classified critical, failures cluster 36,000–95,000 mi; Reliability score 5.8/10 — around the segment average; 4 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2007 Chevrolet Silverado?
Inspect the airbags first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 503 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 99,387 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado a good used car to buy?
It scores 5.8 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 1,056 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is airbags. Typical failure occurs around 99,387 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
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. Typical failure occurs around 99,387 miles. 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. Typical failure occurs around 99,387 miles. 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 1,056 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 are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Chevrolet/Silverado.
Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics.
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