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Chevrolet · Pickup Truck · 2019–2025

Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.4 / 5.0 · Based on 5 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

426 PS

6.2L V8 EcoTec3 Benzin

6.2 V8 T1XX — 420 hp, metal debris recall on 597k vehicles

Fun to Drive!
Most Reliable Engine

290 PS

4.3L V6 EcoTec3 Benzin

4 weaknesses

Good Choice
Problem Engine

360 PS

5.3L V8 EcoTec3 Benzin

3 weaknesses

Stay Away!

Generations

Engine Overview

The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX is available with 5 engine variants — from 282 to 426 hp.

3.0L Duramax I6 Diesel · Diesel· 277 PS
2020 2025
Be Careful 3 weaknesses
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2.7L Turbo I4 · Benziner· 310 PS
2019 2025
Good Choice 5 weaknesses
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4.3L V6 EcoTec3 · Benziner· 285 PS
2019 2021
Good Choice 4 weaknesses
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5.3L V8 EcoTec3 · Benziner· 355 PS
2019 2025
Stay Away! 3 weaknesses
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6.2L V8 EcoTec3 · Benziner· 420 PS
2019 2025
Be Careful 4 weaknesses
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The Chevrolet 3.0L Duramax I6 Diesel (Diesel, 277 PS) has the LM2 (3.0L Duramax I6 Diesel) — rated: "Be Careful", 3 known weaknesses.

The Chevrolet 2.7L Turbo I4 (Benziner, 310 PS) has the L3B (2.7L Turbo I4) — rated: "Good Choice", 5 known weaknesses.

The Chevrolet 4.3L V6 EcoTec3 (Benziner, 285 PS) has the LV3 (4.3L V6 EcoTec3) — rated: "Good Choice", 4 known weaknesses.

The Chevrolet 5.3L V8 EcoTec3 (Benziner, 355 PS) has the L84 (5.3L V8 EcoTec3) — rated: "Stay Away!", 3 known weaknesses.

The Chevrolet 6.2L V8 EcoTec3 (Benziner, 420 PS) has the L87 (6.2L V8 EcoTec3) — rated: "Be Careful", 4 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!10-Speed Auto Shudder — Class Action

10L80/10L90: shudder, harsh shifts, rear wheels momentarily lock. Class action filed.

Symptoms: Shudder at steady speed, harsh gear changes
from 50,000 km
Ad 24282496 GM 10L80 valve body Gen 224268036 GM 10L80 valve body assembly 2019+
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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 20 weaknesses have been documented for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX (2019–2025) — 19 engine-related and 1 vehicle-related. One problem engine: L84 (5.3L V8 EcoTec3). Typical issues affect Gearbox. Considered reliable: LV3 (4.3L V6 EcoTec3), L3B (2.7L Turbo I4).

Silverado 1500 (LM2, 2020–2025) — Be Careful: Engine Cranks Without Starting (LM2 2020-2022), Rear Main Seal Leak, DEF System Failure. Power: 277 PS.

Silverado 1500 (L84, 2019–2025) — Stay Away!: AFM/DFM Lifter Failure — Class Action, Oil Consumption — Piston Rings (Class Action), Timing Chain Wear. Power: 355 PS.

Silverado 1500 (L87, 2019–2025) — Be Careful: Recall: Metal Shavings in Engine — 597,000 Vehicles, AFM/DFM Lifter Failure, Oil Consumption — Piston Rings (2019-2020 and older L87). Power: 420 PS.

What to watch out for with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX have? +
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX has 19 known engine weaknesses and 1 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Good choice: LV3 (4.3L V6 EcoTec3), L3B (2.7L Turbo I4). The most reliable engine is the LV3 (4.3L V6 EcoTec3) with the lowest risk score. The most fun to drive is the L87 (6.2L V8 EcoTec3). Problem engine: L84 (5.3L V8 EcoTec3) — stay away!
Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX engine is the most reliable? +
The {code} ({displacement}) is the most reliable engine in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX. It has the lowest risk score of all available engines and is rated "Good Choice". However, there are 4 known weaknesses to be aware of.
Which Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX — rated: "Fun to Drive!". {description} 420 hp with DFM and the notorious metal shavings recall. NHTSA investigating post-recall failures — trust is shaken. Get one that's been through the recall: brute force truck engine.
Is the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX worth buying used? +
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX is a good choice as a used car — 2 of 5 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
What horsepower variants are available for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX? +
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 T1XX is available with engine variants from 282 to 426 hp. Petrol: LV3 (4.3L V6 EcoTec3), L84 (5.3L V8 EcoTec3), L87 (6.2L V8 EcoTec3), L3B (2.7L Turbo I4). Diesel: LM2 (3.0L Duramax I6 Diesel).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee