Is the 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO reliable?

The 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO has 195 complaints filed with NHTSA (2.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: TRANSMISSION problems.

What are common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO?

Top problems: TRANSMISSION (37 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (20 complaints, avg repair $500); STEERING (19 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO?

Yes, there are 14 recall(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS, SEAT BELTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES, SEATS, EQUIPMENT, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE), STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY, SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Contact any Chevrolet dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to charge a 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO?

The 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO has an EPA rating of 20 MPGe. At the current US average residential electricity rate, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $3842. State rates vary significantly — see the interactive calculator on this page.

How much does it cost to insure a 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO is approximately $1,817/year (ev-mainstream class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

Does the 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO qualify for tax credits?

The federal EV tax credit (Section 30D) expired for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. If purchased before that date, the 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO may still qualify on the 2025 tax return. State-level incentives remain active in 13+ states — see the incentives section on this page for details.

2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO has 195 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 2.0x the segment average of 99. The most common issue is transmission problems (19% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet silverado. the contact stated while driving no particular speed the transmission temperature gauge began to increase up to two hundred and fifteen degrees without warning. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who did not diagnose the failure. the vehicle was no. There are 14 recalls issued for this model year.

19 crash reports 14 injuries

195

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

2.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

TRANSMISSION

37 complaints

19%

• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING NO PARTICULAR SPEED THE TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE GAUGE BEGAN TO INCREASE UP TO TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTEEN DEGREES WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DID NOT DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NO
• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WHEN THE GEARS WERE SHIFTED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED AND WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE
• WAS IN A TURN LANE FOLLOWING A VEHICLE GOING SLIGHTLY UPHILL ROLLING UP TO AN INTERSECTION TO MAKE A LEFT. THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME MADE THEIR TURN AND WHILE I WAS STILL ROLLING I CHECKED ONCOMING TRAFFIC. THERE WAS A VEHICLE COMING IN THE OTHER DIRECTION, BUT I TOO HAD TIME TO MAKE THE TURN IN

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 3 crashes

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING NO PARTICULAR SPEED THE TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE GAUGE BEGAN TO INCREASE UP TO TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTEEN DEGREES WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DID NOT DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NO”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO

Based on 170 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 4K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

148

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 4K mi · 32 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

STEERING

In line with typicalmedian 12K mi · 19 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 7K mi · 18 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BODY/STRUCTURE

In line with typicalmedian 5K mi · 15 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 2K mi · 14 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SUSPENSION

In line with typicalmedian 1K mi · 10 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

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 (14)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE06/06/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra, and 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban vehicles equipped with a base radio and an internal amplifier. The radios in the affected vehicles may become inoperative, and as a result, there would be no audible chime to notify the driver if the door is opened with the key in the ignition or no audible seat belt warning indicating the seat belts were not buckled. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention," and 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Risk: Without an audible indicator, the driver may not be aware that the driver's door is open while the key is in the ignition, increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway. Additionally, there would be no reminder that the driver's or front seat passenger's seat belt is not buckled, which could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. The recall began on July 2, 2014. Chevrolet owners may contact GM's customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GMC owners may contact GM's customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 14315.

Charging Cost Calculator for 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local electricity price)

Per year

$3,807

Per month

$317

Per mile

31.7¢

kWh/mi

1.69

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,817

Full coverage / month

$151

Liability only / year

$679

vs US avg

+9%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (ev-mainstream)1.18x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1817

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Chevrolet SILVERADO Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

45K mi

Engine coolant

150K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

23K mi

Engine air filter

45K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

45K mi

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

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

6 yr / 100K mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Chevrolet. If you're buying a used 2014 SILVERADO, 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.

EV Incentives for 2014 Chevrolet SILVERADO

Updated 2026-07

Federal Tax Credit (Section 30D) — Expired 2025-09-30

Section 30D new clean vehicle credit ($7,500 max) expired for vehicles acquired after Sept 30, 2025 per Public Law (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Vehicles acquired on or before that date remain eligible on the buyer's 2025 return. No federal purchase credit exists for post-9/30/2025 acquisitions.

State-Level Incentives (Still Active in 14 States)

CaliforniaUp to $12,000

Clean Cars 4 All

ColoradoUp to $5,000

Innovative Motor Vehicle Credit

ConnecticutUp to $4,250

CHEAPR (Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate)

DelawareUp to $2,500

Clean Vehicle Rebate

IllinoisUp to $4,000

Illinois EV Rebate Program

MarylandUp to $3,000

Excise Tax Credit for Plug-in Electric Vehicles

MassachusettsUp to $3,500

MOR-EV

New JerseyUp to $4,000

Charge Up New Jersey

New YorkUp to $2,000

Drive Clean Rebate

OregonUp to $7,500

Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate

PennsylvaniaUp to $3,000

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate Program

Rhode IslandUp to $2,500

DRIVEEV

TexasUp to $2,500

Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive

VermontUp to $5,000

Incentive Program for New Electric Vehicles

See full state-by-state EV incentive details

Source: US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center + state DOR / DEQ program pages. Program details and eligibility limits change frequently — always verify with the linked source before purchase.

Estimated Repair Costs

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

BODY/STRUCTURE(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 195 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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TRANSMISSION: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING NO PARTICULAR SPEED THE TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE GAUGE BEGAN TO INCREASE UP TO TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTEEN DEGREES WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DID NOT DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NO
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT WHEN MY VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED LOCAL POLICE ESTIMATED OTHER VEHICLE'S SPEED TO BE 45-50MPH UPON IMPACT. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: BAD SHAKE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, BALANCING TIRES DIDN'T HELP, FAULTY STEERING COMPONENTS COULD BE A SAFETY ISSUE.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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BODY/STRUCTURE: I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT WHEN MY VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED LOCAL POLICE ESTIMATED OTHER VEHICLE'S SPEED TO BE 45-50MPH UPON IMPACT. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 14 recalls have been completed — free at any Chevrolet dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)