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2019 Chevrolet Silverado engine problems
moderate Owners of the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado have filed 253 NHTSA complaints about the engine, typically surfacing around 83,260 miles at roughly $3,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See engine across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
253
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
| Model year | engine complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 Silverado | 89 |
| 2016 Silverado | 37 |
| 2017 Silverado | 71 |
| 2018 Silverado | 54 |
| 2019 Silverado (this page) | 253 |
| 2020 Silverado | 160 |
| 2021 Silverado | 297 |
| 2022 Silverado | 176 |
| 2023 Silverado | 111 |
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When does it fail?
Of the 253 engine complaints filed for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 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.
What stands out
Owners have filed 253 engine complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Among the 22 model years of Chevrolet Silverado in our records for engine problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact received a warning message that displayed low oil pressure to turn the vehicle off. The contact pulled the vehicle over and turned the vehicle off. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed oil leaking from the bottom of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer…
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Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 253 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Across the 82 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most engine failures cluster between 54,523 and 108,000 miles, with the median around 83,260. A quarter of owners report trouble before 54,523; a quarter make it past 108,000. 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 $3,100 for engine 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 engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine 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/2019/Chevrolet/Silverado.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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