2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: recalls and problems
12 recalls and 731 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.
Most common problems
What owners report
Vehicle is hard shifting and has the following error codes. engine p0700 transmission control moduel requested, test not passed transmission p0747 transmission control solenoid valve 1 stuck on- test failed. warning indicator requested. very concerned to be driving this vehicle.
have notice that the car jerks hard from time to time and when try to accelerate the car does a quick/short stop then accelerates hards very jerky. also i smell coolant and my check engine light came on..
1) the vehicle experienced a rear axle/rear-wheel lock-up after the recall-related repair was performed and the same diagnostic codes associated with the initial repair reportedly returned. 2)the rear axle/rear wheels locked while the vehicle was being driven on the highway, creating a significant loss-of-control and collision hazard. a sudden drivetrain/axle lock-up at highway speed causes the vehicle to stop or be
I have notice that the car jerks hard from time to time and when try to accelerate the car does a quick/short stop then accelerates hards very jerky.
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC 4WD | ||||
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC 4WD | ||||
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC 4WD | ||||
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/CC 2WD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Silverado 1500. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.