There are no safety recalls for the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado LT, but owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
2018 Chevrolet Silverado LT problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2018 Chevrolet Silverado LT complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Power Train · reported Jun 10, 2024
Less than 33,000 miles the transmission thermostat cause the transmission to overheat. The dealership replaced thermostat and fluids. Then less than 100,000 miles same scenario and transmission goes out. Before it went out it had hard shifting and the obvious shutter at low speeds. Into my second transmission and same thing again!
Engine · reported Oct 2, 2023
Since I purchase my 18 Silverado the transmission has ALWAYS had a shift lag. On interstate especially it has become dangerous. Iâve almost been rear ended a few times bc it wonât shift properly. Even with the proper lane change habits the lag and uneven shifting has almost got me killed. Early on when I got my truck (est 2019) a dealer replaced some of the lifters in my engine. I spent over $40k and have even had to replace stereo because it died. Iâm disabled I canât afford to have major repairs while still making payments. Someone needs to hold Chevrolet responsible. Iâve read…
Electrical System · reported Oct 2, 2023
Since purchasing the vehicle in April of 2021, there have been significant issues with the audio system. This was noticed before the first payment was ever made. We had a âAct of Godâ claim made on the car for a tree falling on the windshield around this time. It was mentioned to the collision center at the time, but it was dismissed. The display will not work, gps system fails, it continuously changes settings and functions, etc. I can see where you would not consider this a safety issue, but I can argue otherwise and effectively, and would be happy to do so. This is a manufacturer issue.…
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado LT have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado LT as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado LT?
Owners report power train problems most often (2 reports), followed by engine (1).
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.