There are no safety recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado, but owners have filed 62 complaints with NHTSA.
2010 Chevrolet Silverado problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Structure | 12 | |
| Unknown or Other | 10 | |
| Engine | 10 | |
| Electrical System | 8 | |
| Air Bags | 8 | |
| Tires | 7 | |
| Power Train | 7 | |
| Steering | 6 | |
| Visibility | 6 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 3 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | |
| Wheels | 2 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 6
- Tires › Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire — 3
- Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System — 1
- Electrical System › Wiring › Interior/Under Dash — 1
- Visibility › Power Window Devices and Controls — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 44,120 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2010 Chevrolet Silverado complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Air Bags · reported Oct 12, 2023
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The local dealer-scheduled an appointment but cancelled it due to parts not being available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Visibility · reported Feb 23, 2022
2010 chevrolet silverado. Consumer writes in regards to accessory power module safety recall. The consumer stated the hybrid control module was failed and there would be no parts available to repair it. The manufacturer denied repair assistance and would not buy back the vehicle. The vehicle's mileage was 149,169.
Structure · at 71,000 miles · reported Apr 18, 2016
The contact owns a 2010 chevrolet silverado. While attempting to remove the spare tire from underneath the vehicle, the spare tire failed to move. As a result, the contact had to fracture the wire cable that held the tire in place. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 71,000.
Electrical System · at 30,000 miles · reported Mar 16, 2016
The contact owns a 2010 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while parked, she observed multiple cracks on the dashboard near the steering column and the passenger air bag area. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the dashboard needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000.
Engine · at 67,000 miles · reported Mar 8, 2016
My oil pressure sending unit has been replaced twice in two months. The oil pressure will be fine when starting the engine cold then gradually as the engine warms up it drops and drops until the "low oil pressure" light comes on and the display says to stop engine. After shutting off the engine for only a few seconds and then restarting the oil pressure is back around 30 then will drop and drop and will have to repeat. This last time I was driving 80mph and the oil pressure gauge went down to around 5. As soon as it was restarted it was around 30. The first replacement was on 1/19/2016. This…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado?
Owners report structure problems most often (12 reports), followed by unknown or other (10). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 44,120 miles.
Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.