2019 Chevrolet Silverado problems
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado has 1,044 NHTSA owner complaints on file — not a small number. No active recalls — the patterns come from the complaint record.
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado has 1,044 NHTSA owner complaints on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is powertrain at 293 complaints, typically surfacing around 37,855 miles (~$2,500 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Silverado | 793 | 2 |
| 2017 Silverado | 835 | 0 |
| 2018 Silverado | 508 | 0 |
| 2019 Silverado (this page) | 1,044 | 0 |
| 2020 Silverado | 692 | 0 |
| 2021 Silverado | 774 | 0 |
| 2022 Silverado | 577 | 0 |
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
- Brakes: 88 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 4,000–43,000 mi
- Reliability score 6.6/10 — around the segment average
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 2019 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
- powertrain — 293 owner reports · tends to show around 37,855 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
- engine — 256 owner reports · tends to show around 81,659 mi · ~$3,100 to fix
- electrical — 138 owner reports · tends to show around 30,048 mi · ~$850 to fix
- brakes — 88 owner reports · tends to show around 26,861 mi · ~$450 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: brakes is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 26,861 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — no active recalls on this model right now, but confirm none were opened after this car was built.
Verdict for buyers: 6.6/10 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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A noise, a warning light, a repair quote, "should I buy this?" — get an answer grounded in this vehicle's actual NHTSA record, not generic advice.
Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
Your road ahead on this 2019 Chevrolet Silverado
When owners report each system failing, in actual miles — so you can see what's likely behind you, what's due around now, and what to budget for next. Enter your mileage to mark where you are.
- ~12,000 mibrakes~$450
- ~15,727 misteering~$700
- ~17,811 mipowertrain~$2,500
- ~18,000 mielectrical~$850
- ~83,260 miengine~$3,100
"Typical" = median owner-reported failure mileage from the NHTSA complaint record for this exact 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
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle remained stuck in 3rd and in 4th gears upon depressing the accelerator pedal. Additionally, the vehicle contact stated that the vehicle experienced a hard shift…
Service park brake and service ESC lights are on, check engine on and motor making a knocking noise
When driving the vehicle in an ice storm the brake function went completely. The brake pedal would not engage. I had to put truck into low. Almost caused a severe accident given the weather and the loss of any brake function. I was in a city pulling forward.
Need to replace the oil cooler line assy, the rubber hose seperated from the metal tubing, causing a lost of 6 qts of oil on the roadway. I understand thers is a recall in canada and alaska, not here in states
Estimate your repair exposure
Drag to your current mileage. Numbers are derived from this vehicle's complaint history.
Common questions
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.6 out of 10 based on 1,044 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 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 2019 Chevrolet Silverado?
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Brakes: 88 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 4,000–43,000 mi; Reliability score 6.6/10 — around the segment average. 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 2019 Chevrolet Silverado?
Inspect the powertrain first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 293 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 37,855 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 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 2019 Chevrolet Silverado a good used car to buy?
It scores 6.6 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 1,044 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is powertrain. Typical failure occurs around 37,855 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 2019 Chevrolet Silverado?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 293 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 37,855 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 37,855 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 2019 Chevrolet Silverado?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 1,044 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, 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.