2007 CHEVROLET SILVERADO Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. This model year has 1,055 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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Worst 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbag Malfunctions
Electrical Faults
Brake System
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 520 | 22 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 123 | 3 | 16 | — | |
| Brake System | 110 | 4 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 93 | — | 10 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 78 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 70 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 58 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 40 | 3 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 33 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 32 | 4 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 23 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 21 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 21 | — | 1 | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 20 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 16 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Equipment | 16 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 15 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 15 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 9 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Trailer Hitches | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electric | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Other | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Carry Handle | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Shell | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Base | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other/I Am Not Sure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while at a stoplight, the driver’s side front air bag deployed without warning or impact. There were no injuries reported. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags). T…
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal, pungent odor coming from the vehicle. The contact was unsure if any warning lights were illuminated. On a separate occasion, the vehicle drove roughly with an abnormal …
Just few minutes ago around 5:45 PM, Monday, September 8th 2025. I started my engine with the remote start in my drive way. After about 30 seconds there was a series of 3 or 4 violent explosions each with a 1 or two second interval. The driver side, passenger side and both s…
No crank no start however engine just shit down while driving immediately lost all control of vehicle! Luckily I had just pulled off highway! No warning whatsoever it just happened out of no where now won’t start and has a u0100 code
Bottom base The base won’t stay locked. Car seat turns halfway and won’t turn anymore. No
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while attempting to trade the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 91,000 an…
The Active Fuel Management Lifters can cause catastrophic failures by getting stuck in the closed position causing low oil pressure, misfiring, and ticking due to the entire AFM system making the camshaft and valve train wear faster. It is available for inspection upon request. …
I haven’t experienced any issues yet
MY FRAME RAIL ON THE DRIVERS SIDE IS CORRODING AWAY TO THE POINT WHERE IT IS NO LONGER SAFE TO DRIVE / I HAVE BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO THE GM DEALERSHIP TO VERIFY THE CONCERN / I HAVE CONTACTED GENERAL MOTORS ABOUT THIS CONCERN AND WAS GIVEN THE RUN AROUND / I HAVE A VEHICLE THAT…
Won’t shift into 3rd gear
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had excee…
Cylinder 6 misfire. The mechanics have replaced everything that could be triggering the cylinder 6 misfire and still it is having problems they said the only way to fix it is to replace the engine but I should not have to replace an engine with low miles and that has been babied.…
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The contact stated that the housing for the air bag sensor was cracked, and the …
The contact's son owned a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact's son received recall notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list because he no longer owns the vehicle. The dealer and the manufac…
The Trucks equipped with DOD system also known as Active Fuel Management in the V6 and the V8 engines cause the truck to consume more oil and cause lack of oil to the lifters which then fail and cause the truck to lose power and smoke really bad and can cause the truck to die whi…
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the RPMs increased rapidly; however, the vehicle lost significant motive power, after which the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull to…
The truck has the 5.3l engine which is DOD equipped and the DOD system causes lifters to fail and can ultimately destroy the engine while driving I had a lifter go bad and it causes the truck to run rough and smoke it's a major issue that happens in the 5.3l v8 engines something …
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the passenger’s side frontal air bag and driver’s side steering wheel air bag deployed without impact. The service air bag warning light was illuminated. Additionally,…
The Keyless Entry Receiver(GM) Radio Module in my 2007 Chevy Silverado is retaining moisture. It caused my Tire Pressure Monitoring System to fail eventually causing a blow out on the highway. I believe moisture from the third headlight above rear window is allowing moisture to d…
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact stated that another vehicle crashed into her vehicle and damaged the front driver's side of the vehicle. The air bags deployed aggressively and emitted an unkn…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Recalls for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
4 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2007 Chevrolet Silverado — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has 1,055 NHTSA owner complaints, 33 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Airbag Malfunctions (520 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (520 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (123 complaints). #3: Brake System (110 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado?▾
The 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has 33 crash-related complaints and 24 fire reports out of 1,055 total NHTSA complaints. 43 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado have any recalls?▾
Yes — 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. The largest issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado?▾
The 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Airbag Malfunctions issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Silverado reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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