2013 Chevrolet SILVERADO 2500
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2013 Chevrolet SILVERADO 2500 has 71 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.7x the segment average of 101. The most common issue is other problems (18% of all complaints), specifically: the dash is cracking there are loose pieces of plastic over the air bag and over the instrument panel.. There are 3 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.
71
Total Complaints
3
Recalls Issued
4/5
Safety Stars
0.7x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
OTHER
13 complaints- • THE DASH IS CRACKING THERE ARE LOOSE PIECES OF PLASTIC OVER THE AIR BAG AND OVER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL.
- • BY DESIGN THIS TRUCK WILL TURN OFF MY TRAILER BRAKES WHEN THERE IS AN ISSUE WITH ANYTHING ASSOCIATED WITH THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM. I HAVE HAD TWO NEAR MISSES, CATASTROPHIC ACCIDENTS IN THE LAST TWO WEEKS AS A RESULT OF THIS CONDITION. I LOAD THIS MACHINE UP TO ITS MAXIMUM TRAILER CARRYING CAPACIT
- • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, ONLY THE EXTERNAL ROOF LED CAB LIGHT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WOULD ILLUMINATE, BUT THE DRIVER SIDE LIGHT WOULD NOT. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT. ALSO, AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE SERVICE T
“THE DASH IS CRACKING THERE ARE LOOSE PIECES OF PLASTIC OVER THE AIR BAG AND OVER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL.”
— NHTSA complaint filing
When Problems Appear on the 2013 Chevrolet SILVERADO 2500
Based on 48 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 72K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 30-60K miles range.
OTHER
ELECTRICAL
BODY/STRUCTURE
BRAKES
FUEL SYSTEM
Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.
Recalls (3)
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. GM's number for this recall is 18146.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2013 Chevrolet SILVERADO 2500
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Chevrolet SILVERADO 2500 Service Intervals
GM Oil Life System dynamically calculates oil change interval. DEXOS-approved oil required.
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Chevrolet New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
These are the terms for a new Chevrolet. If you're buying a used 2013 SILVERADO 2500, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Chevrolet dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 71 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐OTHER: THE DASH IS CRACKING THERE ARE LOOSE PIECES OF PLASTIC OVER THE AIR BAG AND OVER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐FUEL SYSTEM: ON AUG 2, 2015 ABOUT 25 MILES EAST OF GRAND JUNCTION CO. DRIVING SPEED WAS ABOUT 65 MPH ON INTERSTAE I-70. MY CHEVY SILVERADO 2500 WENT INTO A COMPUTER SHUT DOWN.BEING A SKILLED PROFESSIONAL DRIVER , WITH A CLASS A CDL I JUST MADE IT TO THE SHOULDER BEFORE TRUCK SHUR DOWN, TRUCK AND TRAVEL TRAILER I
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN RUNNING POORLY AND THROWING MANY CODES (EVAP, STABILITRAK, ABS, CAM, IGNITION, INJECTION, AND EVEN THROTTLE ERRORS FOR THE PAST THREE MONTHS. THE TRANSMISSION HAS ALSO BEEN BUMPING (NOT SLIPPING) IN 2ND GEAR UNDER LOAD. YESTERDAY THE TRUCK STARTED RUNNING REALLY ROUGH AND THE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐BRAKES: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES HAD A THREE SECOND DELAY WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND I
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 3 recalls have been completed — free at any Chevrolet dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Chevrolet SILVERADO 2500 — Year Comparison
How does 2013 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 71
- Recalls
- 3
- Fire reports
- 1
- Crash reports
- 0
- Injury reports
- 1
- Segment avg
- 101
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