This technical bulletin provides a procedure to check and repair the rear shackle and/or add lube to the leaf springs to correct the noise.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2017 Chevrolet Silverado suspension problems
severe Owners of the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado have filed 14 NHTSA complaints about the suspension at roughly $900 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See suspension across all vehicles →
Complaints
14
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$900
| Model year | suspension complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 Silverado | 18 |
| 2014 Silverado | 44 |
| 2015 Silverado | 20 |
| 2016 Silverado | 22 |
| 2017 Silverado (this page) | 14 |
| 2018 Silverado | 28 |
| 2019 Silverado | 20 |
| 2020 Silverado | 13 |
| 2021 Silverado | 11 |
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When does it fail?
Of the 14 suspension complaints filed for the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
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Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering suspension 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 Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle with Service ABS and/or Traction control lights/message on, Service Power Steering System, Service Suspension System, and or Loss of communication with EBCM, SWPS, PSCM, and/or SCM. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes U0077, U0121, U0126, U0131, U0139, U0401, U0415, and/or U0428. Technician should remove the driver and passenger sill plate to gain access to the wire harness. If any open, damaged, or corroded wires should be repaired.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to help diagnose and repair vehicles with a rattle, squeak, clunk, thump, or bump. If published Service Information diagnostics do not lead to a repair for the concern. Technician should inspect the opposite side shock/strut for the cause of the concern.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a lean to the left or right. Technician will need to measure fender wheel-opening heights, front and rear, to quantify vehicle lean. Fender wheel-opening heights are related to, but distinct from, trim height. The front wheel-opening height is known as P height, and the rear wheel-opening height is known as R height. Adjust and heights that are out of specification. After all adjustments are done, perform a front-end alignment and check headlight aim.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer?s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical Assistance Center. If valid vibration frequency or Road Force Variation data has been collected and a repair attempt does not correct the customer complaint, contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further support. For any vehicles that remains unrepaired after being at the dealer for three days or more and a related bulletin or PI is not found, contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for furthe
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners report two major categories of trouble: ride quality and structural suspension failure. From day one, multiple owners describe excessive vibration and shimmy starting at 60 mph, worsening into the 70s, severe enough to cause motion sickness on short drives. One certified technician with 20 years' experience called it the worst-riding new truck he'd ever tested. Dealers have rebalanced wheels and even swapped driveshafts without fixing it; GM has acknowledged this as a known issue with no documented fix.
Structurally, ball joints on upper control arms fail prematurely—sometimes repeatedly after repair—causing clunking or cracking sounds. One lower control arm fractured at 45 mph, detaching the wheel and sending the truck into a guardrail; the owner received a suspension recall notice days after the crash. Another owner reports upper control arm play at 55,883 miles. Tire wear patterns suggest alignment issues tied to suspension geometry. Related failures include wheel bearings and ABS/Stabilitrak system glitches at highway speeds. Brake complaints mention empty reservoirs without leaks and delayed or slipping braking feel. One owner notes a known recall exists for 2015–2017 Silverados but believes his truck should be included.
Same Chevrolet Silverado suspension reports on nearby years: 2014 · 2015 · 2016 · 2018 · 2020
Failure modes owners describe
Excessive vibration and shimmy across speeds
Vehicle shakes and vibrates at highway speeds (60-75+ mph) and at all speeds in some cases, starting from as low as 348 miles. Owners report extreme discomfort, motion sickness symptoms, and progressive worsening despite dealer interventions including wheel rebalancing and driveshaft replacement.
When: From 175 miles; reported at 648 miles, throughout ownership
Symptoms owners cite: vehicle shakes at virtually all speeds; excessive vibration at 60-75+ mph on interstate; motion sickness after short drives; bump ride quality from new
Repairs/costs cited: Wheel rebalancing performed; driveshaft replacement performed without resolving issue
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: General Motors acknowledged as known issue with no proven documented fix; within GM specs per owner report
Upper and lower control arm failure
Ball joints on upper control arms fail prematurely, causing abnormal sounds and suspension damage. Lower control arms fracture under normal driving, resulting in wheel detachment. Failures occur at low mileage and sometimes recur after repair. One owner reports upper control arms with play at 55,883 miles.
When: 1,700–67,611 miles; one instance at 3,200 miles causing crash
Symptoms owners cite: abnormal sound from suspension over bumps or while turning; clunking or cracking sounds with turns; wheel detachment; wearing on front tires; control arm play
Repairs/costs cited: Ball joints replaced multiple times (up to three repairs for same issue); upper control arms replaced; hub assembly replaced
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall notification received post-crash (NHTSA Campaign 16V256000 Suspension)
Wheel bearing and ABS/Stabilitrak failure
Front wheels seize during turns with simultaneous Stabilitrak and ABS warning illumination. Diagnosed as faulty speed sensor, wires, and connectors initially; recurrence required wheel bearing replacement and ABS/Stabilitrak system reset.
When: 67,611 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Stabilitrak warning message displayed; ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated; front wheels seized during turn
Repairs/costs cited: Speed sensor, wire kit, and connector kit replaced; hub assembly replaced on second visit
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer advised filing NHTSA complaint
Transmission erratic shifting and engagement
Transmission shifts unpredictably—either hard downshifting at stops or jumping to low gear when slowing. Owners report difficulty accelerating and concern about vehicle failing to respond in traffic. One complaint mentions torque converter issue alongside suspension.
When: Present from early ownership
Symptoms owners cite: hard time accelerating; random upshifts and downshifts; hard time downshifting at stops; jumping into low gear when slowing; difficulty stopping safely
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer states transmission shifts fine; manager acknowledged issue but no repair documented
Brake system air entrapment and delayed braking
Brake reservoir empty without visible leaks; brakes feel slipping and delayed at times. Wheels lock up intermittently when vehicle shut down and restarted. One owner suspects brake pump air entrapment.
When: 30,000 miles and earlier
Symptoms owners cite: abnormal sound from brakes; brake pedal depressed but abnormal sound; delayed braking feel; slipping sensation in brakes; wheel lock-up on shutdown/restart
Repairs/costs cited: Brake pads replaced; brake reservoir found empty with no oil stains on ground
Four-wheel drive grinding noise on engagement
Four-wheel drive system produces loud grinding noise when engaged, noted alongside transmission issues in one complaint.
When: Unknown
Symptoms owners cite: loud grinding noise when 4WD engaged
Rear-end vibration
Vibration present in rear end at all speeds and while negotiating highway bends, noticeable from purchase. Owner reports GM confirmed known issue in 2015–2017 Silverados but states nothing being done and issue within GM specs.
When: From purchase (November 2017)
Symptoms owners cite: vibration in rear end at all speeds; vibration while negotiating highway bends; uncomfortable on long trips
Repairs/costs cited: Tires rotated without resolution
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: GM stated vibration is within their specs; acknowledged as known issue in 2015–2017 Silverados
Synthesized from 14 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Stabili-trak message was displayed and the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The front wheels seized while making a turn. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the front driver's side speed sensor and wires were faulty. The front driver's…
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Common questions
How serious is the suspension problem on the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado?
It's a meaningful issue. 14 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $900.
At what mileage does the suspension typically fail?
Based on the 14 complaints filed, suspension issues most often appear around 22,644 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $900 for suspension 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 suspension?
No active recalls currently cover suspension 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.
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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/2017/Chevrolet/Silverado.
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