2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO Complaints and Recall Information
The 2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO has 3 complaints and 7 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to sudden loss of power steering while driving. One complaint detailed a recurring loss of power steering assist, making it difficult to steer at various speeds.
Common Issues- Power steering failure. A loss of power steering assist occurs suddenly, causing the steering wheel to become hard to turn. The problem can happen at any speed and may require replacement of the power steering system.
Seven recalls affect this vehicle, targeting multiple systems including the ignition, power train, steering, transfer case, exhaust, seats, and seat belts. The recalls address risks that range from loss of engine power to potential injury risks during crashes, and include free repairs by authorized dealers.
Recalls- Ignition system. NHTSA recall 15V640000 covers 3,073 vehicles. The ignition lock actuator may bind or get stuck in the "Start" position, risking sudden loss of engine, steering, and braking power and airbag non-deployment during crashes. GM replaces the ignition lock housing free of charge.
- Rear axle shaft. Recall 14V819000 affects 152 vehicles. Improper heat treatment can cause the rear axle shaft to fracture and potentially separate the rear wheel, increasing crash risk. Dealers inspect and replace flawed axles at no charge.
- Electric power steering. Recall 14V719000 involves 679 vehicles. A defect in the EPS module may cause sudden loss of power steering assist, raising crash risk. The fix replaces the power steering assist motor kit free of charge.
- Transfer case. Recall 14V374000 impacts 392,459 vehicles. An electrical short can cause the transfer case to shift to neutral unexpectedly, risking vehicle rollaway or loss of drive power while driving. Software reprogramming is provided free of charge.
- Exhaust system. Recall 14V007000 includes 325,213 vehicles. Overheated exhaust parts may melt plastic components and cause engine fires. GM reprograms the engine control module free of charge.
- Front seats. Recall 14V446000 covers 124,007 vehicles. Incomplete welds on seat hook brackets may cause front seats to loosen during crashes, increasing injury risk. Dealers inspect and replace affected seat tracks for free.
- Seat belts. Recall 16V209000 affects 895,232 vehicles. Seat belt tensioner cables may fatigue and separate if the driver slides over them, reducing restraint effectiveness in crashes. GM modifies or replaces affected tensioners at no cost.
Owners facing repeated repairs related to these recalls or unresolved safety defects should consider reviewing their state’s lemon law protections. Legal consultations may help clarify rights regarding persistent issues or recall compliance concerns.
2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO Summary
2015
Model Year
3
Total Complaints
7
Total Recalls
1740815
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
895232 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks manufactured January 29, 2013, to January 21, 2015. While entering the vehicle, the seat belt tensioner cable may be positioned such that the driver slides over it. This movement may result in the fatigue and separation of the cable.
Risk: If the tensioner cable separates, the driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
3073 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks manufactured January 24, 2014, to February 26, 2014, 2015 Chevrolet Suburban vehicles manufactured February 12, 2014 and Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles manufactured February 6, 2014, to February 13, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the key difficult or causing the ignition to get stuck in the "Start" position.
Risk: If stuck in the "Start" position, the ignition may suddenly snap back into the "Accessory" position, causing a loss of engine, steering, and braking power, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. If the vehicle is in a crash, the air bags may not deploy, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
124007 vehicles affected
SEATS
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore and Cadillac ATS; 2014 Cadillac CTS, ELR, Chevrolet Caprice and SS vehicles; and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Trucks. Due to an incomplete weld on the seat hook bracket assembly, the front seats in the affected vehicles may not stay secured in place during a high load condition such as a crash.
Risk: A seat that does not stay secured increases the risk of occupant injury in a vehicle crash.
2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
325213 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
General Motors is recalling certain 2014 model year Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles, and 2015 model year Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV; Chevrolet Silverado HD; and GMC Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL, equipped with a 4.3L engine or 5.3L engine.
Risk: The overheated exhaust components may melt nearby plastic parts and may result in an engine fire.
2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
392459 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra vehicles, and model year 2015 GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. In the affected vehicles, an electrical signal short may cause the transfer case to shift to neutral without the driver's input.
Risk: If the transfer case switches to neutral while the vehicle is parked and the parking brake is not in use, the vehicle may roll away increasing the risk of injury to bystanders. If the transfer case switches to neutral while the vehicle is being driven, the vehicle would lose drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
679 vehicles affected
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra, and Yukon XL vehicles, equipped with electric power steering (EPS). Due to a problem with the EPS module, the affected vehicles may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist during vehicle operation.
Risk: An unexpected loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.
2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
152 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles manufactured November 24, 2014, to November 25, 2014. Due to an improper heat-treatment, the rear axle shaft may fracture while the vehicle is being driven.
Risk: If the rear axle shaft fractures, the rear wheel may separate from the axle shaft, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
ID: 2073080EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT
See attached document for complaint.
2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
ID: 2073079TRAILER HITCHES
See attached document for complaint.
2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
ID: 2054414STEERING
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH the "loss of power steering" warning illuminated. The contact felt the steering wheel was hard to turn to the left or right. The contact was able to stop the vehicle and turn the vehicle off, when he turned the vehicle on the power steering was engaged, however, the failure was reoccurring. The contact stated that failure was also occurring at any speed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the power steering system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V586000 (Steering), however the vehicle was not part of the VIN selection. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.