This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2007 Chevrolet Silverado tires problems
severe 12 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $150 · see tires across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
12
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$150
1injury
What stands out
Among the 15 model years of Chevrolet Silverado in our records for tires problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
No new NHTSA tires complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 18 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering tires on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program and Global Warranty Management (GWM) Submission Information.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information new tire warranty program and global warranty management submission information.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles with tire sidewall irregularities. This is a visual condition that will not affect durability, reliability or performance of the tires. Dealer should communicate to the customer that slight sidewall indentations are a common characteristic of radial tire construction.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
This fleet shows three main clusters of complaints. First, the TPMS relearn procedure fails repeatedly—owners follow the manual, the system goes dark and stays dark, and dealer tools produce inconsistent results. GM documents show awareness dating to late 2006, yet no fix materialized over a year-plus.
Second, the spare tire hoist is a hazard. The mounting assembly is held by a single bolt; it fails under road vibration and the spare becomes a flying projectile. One owner retrieved his spare after it bounced 20 feet, flew through a busy intersection, and nearly struck pedestrians and vehicles.
Third, tires fail prematurely. Factory rubber (ProComp, Bridgestone Dueler A/T, General Ameritrak) shows cord separation, sidewall bulges, and tread peeling between 7,000 and 20,000 miles. Other tires wear down to replacement-level in 14,000 miles, with wear concentrated on the inside edge. Dealers acknowledge defects but decline warranty coverage; tire manufacturers drag their feet. One owner is on his third set of tires, all shedding chunks.
A hoist mechanism also seizes up, requiring towing and dealer service—dealers confirm this is common across Chevrolet and GMC trucks. One owner paid over $300 in repair costs.
Same Chevrolet Silverado tires reports on nearby years: 2005 · 2006 · 2010
Failure modes owners describe
TPMS relearn procedure failure
TPMS system fails to relearn when attempting the procedure outlined in the owner's manual. The relearn procedure can render the entire TPMS inoperative. Owner manual relearn does not work; dealer tools show inconsistent results with sensors relearning to wrong tire positions. GM acknowledged the issue internally by December 2006 but has not provided a fix. No tire pressure monitoring available after failed relearn attempts.
When: Within first year of ownership; complaint filed approximately 1 year after GM's internal identification of issue
Symptoms owners cite: TPMS system does not relearn per owner manual; System becomes completely inoperative after relearn attempt; Tire pressure information unavailable; Incorrect tire position reporting (e.g., front low showing when rear is actually low); Inconsistent relearn results with dealer diagnostic tool
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer-performed relearn using proprietary tool only; success not 100% reliable. GM stated 'no fix will be available.' Owner reports issue exists on 2007 and 2008 models.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: GM internal document ID# 1883524 dated 12/28/06 indicates manufacturer awareness. GM customer assistance can perform relearn but disables system. GM claims to be working on fix but no resolution over 1+ year.
Spare tire hoist assembly detachment
Spare tire assembly falls from under vehicle while driving due to failure of mounting hardware. The hoist bracket is secured by only one small bolt; bracket rips away from bolt under normal road conditions or from improper installation. This creates a serious road hazard with potential for injury to occupants and other motorists.
When: Occurred at 40-55 mph during normal driving; complaint filed when vehicle was approximately 1-2 years old
Symptoms owners cite: Spare tire detaches and falls from underneath truck; Spare tire becomes airborne and rolls with high velocity; Mounting bracket tears away from bolt; Hoist assembly failure
Repairs/costs cited: No repair noted. One instance involved dealer diagnosis that spare was 'installed backwards' causing mount to sever, though owner had not touched spare since new purchase.
Tire tread separation and cracking
Multiple tire brands (ProComp, Bridgestone Dueler A/T 693II, General Ameritrak) show tread separation with sidewall bulges and cord separation visible at relatively low mileage (7,000-20,000 miles). Tread cracking in tread grooves occurs on Bridgestone tires. Tread material peels off in chunks on General Ameritrak tires.
When: 7,000-20,000 miles on original equipment tires
Symptoms owners cite: Large bulges in tire sidewalls; Visible cord separation; Tread cracking in grooves halfway around tire; Tread material peeling/shedding in small pieces to large chunks; Belt separation (General Ameritrak)
Repairs/costs cited: Various tire shops and dealers acknowledge defect but tire manufacturer (Bridgestone/Firestone) reluctant to replace at warranty. Owners paying out of pocket for replacement.
Premature tire tread wear
Tires wear prematurely at 14,000-20,000 miles, requiring replacement well before expected lifespan. Inner edge wear noted on some tires. Dealers attribute to driver behavior or road conditions rather than vehicle defect, despite owner assertion this is not a solo occurrence.
When: 14,000-20,000 miles on original tires
Symptoms owners cite: Excessive tread wear requiring replacement at 14,000 miles; Inner edge tread wear; Uneven wear across all four tires
Repairs/costs cited: Owners paying to replace tires prematurely. Dealer offered no warranty consideration or explanation.
Spare tire hoist mechanical failure
Spare tire hoist mechanism fails to operate on 2005 and 2007 Chevrolet light trucks. Dealer indicates this is a common problem on Chevrolet and GMC light trucks. Truck required towing due to non-functional hoist.
When: During ownership; cost accumulated over time
Symptoms owners cite: Spare tire hoist will not operate; Vehicle immobilized without operational spare release
Repairs/costs cited: Repairs cost owner over $300. Problem described as common by dealer.
Valve stem failure
Tire valve stem becomes defective, requiring attention or replacement. Owner queries whether this is part of a wider pattern affecting Ford vehicles as well.
When: During normal use of leased vehicle
Symptoms owners cite: Bad valve stem
Synthesized from 12 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
2007 Chevrolet silverado TPMS (tire pressure monitor system) inoperative. The TPMS system does not relearn as outlined in the vehicle owner manual and if attempted the system is rendered inoperative. A consumer may not know the system malfunction until the first attempt to relearn, but gm supplied document id# 1883524 indicates general motors was aware of the issue on 12/28/06. Despite this…
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Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado?
It's a meaningful issue. 12 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $150.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Across the 9 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most tires failures cluster between 13,000 and 41,000 miles, with the median around 20,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 13,000; a quarter make it past 41,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $150 for tires repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to tires?
No active recalls currently cover tires issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Chevrolet/Silverado.
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