NHTSA (USA)High Risk
At a glance
What can fail
The seat belt tensioner cable may be positioned so the driver slides over it when entering the vehicle, causing the cable to fatigue and separate.
This page covers 8 recalls and 124 owner complaints for the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado.
Powertrain complaints make up the largest share of what 2014 Silverado owners report, with transmission and driveline issues leading the pack, owners commonly describe vibration felt through the rear of the truck at low to moderate speeds, with the problem persisting even after tire replacement. Structure complaints are the second most reported area, and they center heavily on frame rust and corrosion, with multiple owners noting significant rust accumulation at surprisingly low mileage, along with paint and protective coating peeling from the frame. Steering rounds out the top three, with owners describing intermittent loss of power steering while driving or turning, sometimes without any warning light, and with the condition recurring across multiple episodes. The frame corrosion complaints are notably consistent, owners across the board report rust appearing well before 40,000 miles.
124
Total Complaints
14
Crash-Related
5
With Injuries
By System
The 2014 Chevrolet Silverado has 8 recalls, the most serious involving steering failure, a transmission fluid fire risk, unintended acceleration, and an ignition that can cut engine and braking power while driving.
On the control side, a tie rod can separate from the steering rack and cause complete loss of steering. The ignition switch can snap back from start to accessory while driving, cutting engine power, power steering, and brakes simultaneously. On 4-wheel drive models, an electrical fault can shift the transfer case into neutral without driver input, allowing the vehicle to roll away if the parking brake is not set. Vehicles with both optional all-weather floor mats and vinyl flooring have a mat that can slide under the accelerator pedal and prevent it from returning to idle.
Two occupant protection recalls also apply. Front seatbacks on certain trucks with manual recliners have excess play, meaning the head restraint may not properly protect occupants in a rear-end collision. The driver-side seatbelt tensioner cable can fatigue and separate from repeated contact during entry, leaving the driver without full restraint in a crash. A base radio software issue removes the door-ajar chime, leaving the driver unaware the door is open with the key in the ignition.
At a glance
What can fail
The seat belt tensioner cable may be positioned so the driver slides over it when entering the vehicle, causing the cable to fatigue and separate.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
What the fix does
Dealers will modify vehicles to protect the tensioner from damage and replace any already-damaged tensioners at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The ignition lock actuator may bind, making the key difficult to turn or causing the ignition to stick in the Start position.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the ignition lock housing at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
An electrical short in the transfer case control module may cause the transmission to shift into neutral on its own without driver action.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the transfer case control module software at no charge to fix the electrical issue.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's side floor mat cannot be properly secured because the vinyl floor lacks the necessary retention features to hold it in place.
What the fix does
GM will reimburse you for the floor mat purchase and provide an owners manual insert instructing you not to use floor mats.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The radio may stop working, eliminating audible warnings when doors open with the key in the ignition and when seat belts aren't buckled.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the radio software at no cost to restore the warning chimes and notifications.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The tie rod connection to the steering gear rack may not be properly tightened, potentially causing steering failure.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the inner tie rods for proper tightness and replace the steering gear if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The transmission oil cooler line may not be securely seated in its fitting, potentially causing it to leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the transmission oil cooler line connection and repair it as needed at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front seatbacks may move or shift excessively because the recliner mechanisms are loose, which fails to meet safety standards for head restraint support.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and adjust the seatback recliner mechanisms as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.