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ProblemsByVin Index / 2020-CHEVROLET-SILVERADO / COMPLAINTS
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2020 Chevrolet Silverado owner complaints

676 complaints filed with NHTSA on this vehicle , including 1 reporting a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. Showing the 300 most recent — grouped by category for scanning.

powertrain 9 complaints shown

199 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $2,500 · see powertrain cluster analysis →
12/31/2024 ODI #11633294.0

The rear wheels lock and most of the time its hard shifting/ or it feels like it struggling to shift to the next gear

12/28/2025 ODI #11707310.0

Bad shuttering, slow acceleration, clunking noise, check engine light flashing all started while driving home. Took it to a transmission shop and they said it was the TC and transmission. I then called the dealership to see if there was a recall, and looked up any recalls. Since I have had fluid flushed and changed, and still have the problems. This has been an on going problem for a couple of years now. It was just out of warranty for dealership to fix. It started while I was on a highway and had very poor acceleration control.

12/26/2022 ODI #11498829.0

Shaking an jerking in transmission in all gears.could be a serious issue if it locks up or stops pulling at speed or in heavy traffic

12/24/2024 ODI #11632291.0

First incident was when the vehicle had under 7,000 miles. Transmission module went. Vehicle wouldn't move. A few months prior, when we pulled our camping trailer, the integrated brake didn't work and the truck brakes overheated. Took vehicle to dealer, couldn't find a problem. A few months later the truck would not move, and found to be the transmission module. After a month and they finally got the part and repaired, no problems with pulling the camper. Than last week, we pulled out on the road, and we couldn't accelerate. A little over 45,000 miles on it. Had towed to dealer, they have diagnosed Transmission Valve Body. No warning lights. Maybe the transmission was hesitating some before it went. Waiting for the part, which no clue how long it will take.

12/22/2024 ODI #11632038.0

2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 8L90 transmission failure at 40,000 miles and I am now at 90,000 miles with the same issue. I have been working on this truck tirelessly tried to fix the transmission. I’ve had 3 transmission fluid replacements and a full torque converter replacement. General Motors knowingly sold these models to consumers when the transmission was faulty and underperforming. It shudders, shakes, and slips while driving. It’s almost caused me to get into a few accidents. I just want compensation and to be a part of the class action lawsuit they are being filed upon. My phone number is [XXX] And my email is [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

12/21/2022 ODI #11498405.0

The 2020 Chevrolet Silverado has a known issue with the torque converters and they are currently on back order and our service manager told us we are able to drive with it messed up and that it would not cause anymore damage but it causes transmission lockup and engine lockup which results in loss of control.

12/18/2024 ODI #11631448.0

Wiring harness defect an on going defect required repair in General Motors products should be a recall. Dealership said a manufacturing error. Now public who buys these vehicles have to pay for General Motors defect. Cylinder cause check engine light to come on. Repairs by Kunes GMC of Beloit WI. invoice [XXX]. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

12/18/2024 ODI #11631344.0

about a month ago, began with a shutter or studder at low speeds. Became worse and a vibration on the interstate as it sounded like i was driving over rough ground. have now seen two mechanics in person and talked to another on the phone and all are saying the torque converter needs to be replaced. the check engine light has not come on which is also a concern as this is a major issue. safety concern is getting on the interstate into traffic and difficulty accelerating. experienced a lockup and swerve when accelerating up a hill which is very scary as my children were in the car. this is a 2020 silverado 1500 purchased new from dealership with 105k miles

12/18/2024 ODI #11631457.0

My vehicle has an incomplete recall, I am not getting what I paid for, still under warranty, not living up to GM Chevrolet warranty. Doesn't feel safe to drive.

brakes 3 complaints shown

52 total in this category · severe · avg repair $450 · see brakes cluster analysis →
12/28/2023 82,000 mi Crash ODI #11562298.0

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at 30 MPH, the service brakes were inoperable. The contact depressed the brake pedal to the floorboard and the vehicle did not stop or slow down. The contact stated that several warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that due to the service brakes being inoperable, he tried to avoid a crash. While the contact was making a left turn, an oncoming vehicle crashed into the vehicle on the rear passenger side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle continued to roll while he continued to depress the brake pedal and the vehicle finally came to a stop. The axle was fractured and the frame underneath of the vehicle had shifted. The vehicle was undrivable. The contact and the other driver c

12/26/2019 ODI #11291367.0

Tl* the contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet silverado 1500. While the contact's wife was traveling through an intersection at an unknown rate of speed, the vehicle did not respond when the brake pedal was depressed. Also, the brake warning indicator illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed not to drive the vehicle because the brakes were defective. The contact's wife attempted to drive the vehicle to a local dealer, but the brakes failed again. The vehicle was towed to herb chambers Chevrolet of danvers (90 andover st, ma-114, danvers, ma 01923) where the vehicle was inspected and the contact was provided a loaner vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The vehicle was repaired, but the contact did not feel comfortabl

12/18/2020 12,600 mi ODI #11384134.0

Drove to work no issues no lights after work I start the truck check engine light is on service ebrake light is on and the ebrake light is flashing truck will not move ebrake is stuck on and I did not set the brake when I parked

engine 3 complaints shown

153 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $3,100 · see engine cluster analysis →
12/23/2025 ODI #11706833.0

The 6.2L engine failed. The same as the 2021-2024 recalls.

12/21/2022 ODI #11498420.0

Lifter failure caused several different warning lights and misfiring and chugging. Vehicle never died, but might have if it had continued to be driven.

12/16/2025 96,000 mi ODI #11705416.0

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle started to hesitate with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that there was a misfire in the engine, and her husband pulled off the roadway and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle was restarted and driven back to the residence at speeds no greater than 50 MPH. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the left engine lifters had collapsed and needed to be replaced. The contact was advised by the dealer that the right-side engine lifters should be replaced while the engine was disassembled. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage wa

electrical 2 complaints shown

66 total in this category · severe · avg repair $850 · see electrical cluster analysis →
12/30/2020 2,300 mi ODI #11385569.0

This truck is 2 months old and only has 2300 miles on it. On sunday 12/27, the truck would not start. All dash panel and light indicator warnings came on including 4 wheel drive assist failure, brake system failure, tps failure, check engine, battery error, etc. After jump starting the battery, the truck turned on but the check engine light stayed on all day. On monday 12/28, the truck did not start again however, this time, no indicator lights, dash panel or anything came on and I was also unable to even lock the truck. It was towed to the dealership and after 2 days they still have not found the problem with the truck although they have indicated there is a clear problem. The truck is still currently at the dealership.

12/24/2023 ODI #11561724.0

Check engine light came on. Authorized Dealer Advisor stated "vehicle may shut-off or not start." Took to Authorized Dealer. Dealer found Evap System Error Code P0499. Dealer replaced Evap Valve Harness Connector. Approximately 48hrs Check Engine Light came on again. Will schedule service with Authorized Dealer.

other 1 complaint shown

12/29/2025 ODI #11707448.0

6L80 transmission shift flared when shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear and shuddered when driving at 45 - 50 mph and about 1400 rpm’s. The Torque Converter Clutch was spasming out causing the the torque converter to shudder which caused the torque converter to overheat at 250 degrees therefore exploding the torque converter that shot metal inside of the transmission blowing it up.

steering 1 complaint shown

71 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $700 · see steering cluster analysis →
12/22/2023 ODI #11561453.0

Voltage will drop and effects steering, dash lights, radio, headlights

Showing 300 of 676 total complaints. The full federal record is available at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2020/Chevrolet/Silverado#complaints.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaint database. Last synced 2026-06-14. Complaints are owner-submitted and unverified — the existence of a complaint is not proof of a defect, but a pattern of complaints around the same component is a signal worth weighing. Verify any specific filing at nhtsa.gov.
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