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2024 Chevrolet Silverado Ev problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 42 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 1.7 times the median Silverado Ev year — the 2024 model ranks #1 of 3 Silverado Ev years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 11 reports (26% of the total).

42

NHTSA complaints

4

Recalls

0

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2024 compare to other Silverado Ev years?

Silverado Ev NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted42 complaints2024: 42 complaints2025: 25 complaints2026: 6 complaints
Silverado Ev NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Ev problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1126%
Body & Structure717%
Other512%
Visibility & Wipers410%
Lighting37%
Driver Assistance25%
Transmission25%
Speed Control25%
Seat Belts12%
Engine12%
Fuel System12%
Brakes12%
Steering12%
Tires & Wheels12%

Does the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Ev have recalls?

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

25V015000Seat BeltsJanuary 16, 2025 · 5 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV and 2024-2025 GMC Sierra EV pickup trucks. The bolt that secures the rear center seat belt assembly to the seat structure may not have been properly tightened.

Consequence

An improperly secured seat belt assembly may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

GM will tighten the bolt that attaches the center seat belt assembly to the rear seat structure, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealer inventory and, therefore, no owner letters will be mailed. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242489901.

24V320000Electrical SystemMay 9, 2024 · 10 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Cadillac Lyriq, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC Hummer EV SUV, and GMC Sierra EV vehicles. The electric motors in the rear drive units may have insufficiently insulated wires that can contact each other, resulting in a loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the rear drive unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; Hummer customer service at 1-800-732-5493; or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242447080.

24V087000Seat BeltsFebruary 8, 2024 · 338 units

Defect

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV vehicles. An incorrect seat belt bezel on the second-row center seat belt may damage or tear the seat belt in the event of a crash.

Consequence

A torn or damaged seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Do not allow passengers to sit in the second-row center seat until remedied. Dealers will replace the second-row center seat belt bezel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242430730.

23V786000Seat BeltsNovember 22, 2023 · 115 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 GMC Hummer EV pick up, 2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV, and 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV vehicles. The left or right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts may not be tightened properly.

Consequence

An improperly tightened seat belt buckle may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will tighten the left and right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-833-EVCHEVY (1-833-382-4389) (TTY 711 / 1-800-833-2438) /1-833-HUMMER-EV (1-833-486-6373) (TTY 711 / 1-800-833-2438). GM's number for this recall is N232419280.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“Vehicle fails to determine if either passenger or driver rear doors are open. The vehicle is missing some functionality where the door can be opened and vehicle can be driven. My child can open the door and there will be no warning about the door being open. The interior lights do not come on when…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 27, 2025

“The front trunk latch mechanism repeatedly fails. When this occurs, the vehicle believes the trunk is open and will not let you drive in normal mode. It forces you to proceed in limp mode which is dangerous. The 12v battery has to be reset to have the sensor redetect the close latch. Reports from…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · September 14, 2025

“Frunk compartment of Silverado ev won’t close and puts the car in “limp” mode. Dealership has replaced it twice. Still happens making the car not drive able and unsafe. Multiple people have had this issue and needs to be addressed please”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · June 15, 2025

“The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle in sub-zero temperatures, the HVAC unit failed to blow hot air through the vents. During the failur,e the contact was unable to defrost the windows. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · January 2, 2026

“When the rear doors are opened on the truck, the interior lights do not come on which is a hassle when securing an infant in a car seat. Further to this, the door ajar symbol on the dash does not come on for either rear door, it does come on for the front doors. I talked to GM about this and they…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · December 4, 2024

2024 Chevrolet Silverado Ev — common questions

Is the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Ev reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 42 complaints put the 2024 model at #1 of 3 Silverado Ev years. It is one of the Silverado Ev years to avoid.

What are the most common 2024 Silverado Ev problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (11 complaints), body & structure (7 complaints), other (5 complaints).

Does the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Ev have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Ev. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chevrolet Silverado Ev years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Silverado Ev years to avoid are 2024. The cleanest record among Silverado Ev years belongs to 2026.

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.