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2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 156 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.5 times the median Silverado 2500 year — the 2000 model ranks #11 of 33 Silverado 2500 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: brakes issues account for 52% of all reports (81 of 156), far ahead of steering at 18.

156

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

2

Investigations

13

Crash-involved

5

Fires reported

7

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2000 compare to other Silverado 2500 years?

Silverado 2500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted561 complaints1994: 7 complaints1995: 6 complaints1996: 2 complaints1997: 74 complaints1998: 82 complaints1999: 95 complaints2000: 156 complaints2001: 379 complaints2002: 408 complaints2003: 561 complaints2004: 431 complaints2005: 337 complaints2006: 218 complaints2007: 253 complaints2008: 226 complaints2009: 79 complaints2010: 27 complaints2011: 128 complaints2012: 69 complaints2013: 71 complaints2014: 52 complaints2015: 245 complaints2016: 156 complaints2017: 69 complaints2018: 69 complaints2019: 101 complaints2020: 134 complaints2021: 103 complaints2022: 123 complaints2023: 64 complaints2024: 202 complaints2025: 30 complaints2026: 4 complaints
Silverado 2500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes8152%
Steering1812%
Engine128%
Tires & Wheels106%
Fuel System74%
Transmission74%
Electrical System53%
Suspension43%
Other43%
Airbags43%
Visibility & Wipers21%
Body & Structure11%
Seats11%

Does the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

07E088000OtherOctober 24, 2007 · 121,680 units

Defect

CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy

HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.

06E043000Fuel SystemMay 19, 2006 · 88,303 units

Defect

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy

HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

00V222000BrakesAugust 8, 2000 · 3,758 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH VACUUM POWER, 4-WHEEL DISC BRAKES. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 105, "HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH A KINKED BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM SUPPLY HOSE.

Consequence

THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 105.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM SUPPLY HOSE.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WHEN THE DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE DRIVER HAD TO USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO SLOW THE VEHICLE. WHEN THE DRIVER TURNED IN A DRIVEWAY HE SAW SMOKE EMITTING FROM HE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS A TOTAL…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · fire

“I WAS BACKING UP TRUCK WHEN POWER STERING FAILED , CAUSING TRUCK TO STRIKE PARKED CAR. POWERSTERING PUMP DRIVESHAFT BROKE OFF INSIDE OF PUMP . I HAD TO HAVE THE PUMP REPLACED . *AK .”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · August 17, 2004 · crash

“WHEN THE DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE DRIVER HAD TO USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO SLOW THE VEHICLE. WHEN THE DRIVER TURNED IN A DRIVEWAY HE SAW SMOKE EMITTING FROM HE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS A TOTAL…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · fire

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL FRACTURED FROM THE AXLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL AND CRASHED INTO THE GUARD RAIL. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · July 2, 2012 · crash

“ON 09/27/2000 I WAS SLOWING DOWN FOR A DIP,WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. AS I CROSSED THE HIT THE DIP AND/OR JUST AFTER THE DIP, I HEARD A NOISE COME FROM THE LEFT FRONT DRIVERS SIDE OF TRUCK. AT THE SAME TIME THE LEFT FRONT OF TRUCK DROPPED A LITTLE. I WAS STILL ROLLING AND DIDN'T THINK ANYTHING WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · September 27, 2000 · crash

2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 — common questions

Is the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 156 complaints put the 2000 model at #11 of 33 Silverado 2500 years. It is one of the Silverado 2500 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2000 Silverado 2500 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (81 complaints), steering (18 complaints), engine (12 complaints).

Does the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Chevrolet Silverado 2500 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Silverado 2500 years to avoid are 2003, 2004, 2002, 2001, 2005, 2007, 2015, 2008, 2006, 2024, 2016, 2000, 2011, 2009, 2013, 2012, 2014, 2010. The cleanest record among Silverado 2500 years belongs to 1996.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.