Used Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD for Sale in Napoleon, OH (2024)

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What was the worst year for Chevy Silverado? ›

The 2014 version leads the pack by far in the number of complaints. The Chevy truck released the following year had less, but is still the second highest in the whole lifetime of the vehicle. There were air conditioning problems, engine problems, transmission complaints, and the list goes on.

Second Generation: 2007-2013

In contrast, second-generation Silverado trucks are known for their reliability. Chevy ironed out many steering column issues and electrical issues with the truck's first design overhaul. Both the high-performance V8 engine trims and everyday V6 engine trims are consistently reliable.

2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 Price by Trim Level

Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Custom: Starting at $46,800 MSRP. Chevy Silverado 2500 HD LT: Starting at $47,400 MSRP. Chevy Silverado 2500 HD LTZ: Starting at $56,800 MSRP. Chevy Silverado 2500 HD High Country: Starting at $71,000 MSRP.

Compared to their gas-powered counterparts, diesel engines offer better fuel efficiency while still giving you the power you need to take on difficult jobs. A diesel Silverado can help you make daily commutes or long drives on the highway while keeping you from making too many trips to the fuel pump.

The 2015 year model is also one of the worst ones you can buy. It has a litany of problems, and many have transmission failures. The 2016 and 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500s are also infamous for transmission issues. These two are highly likely to surge and jerk or have your transmission fail outright.

For years, Chevrolet's 5.3L Vortec V8 engine has been celebrated for its strength and stamina in the Silverado line-up. Silverados equipped with the Vortec engine are known for easily surmounting 200,000 miles, thanks to its reliable structure and efficient performance.

Quick Answer: Avoid 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 Chevy Silverados. The most Chevy Silverado transmission problems appear in the 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 versions. The other years and generations have a better track record with this component.

The Silverado 1500 WT, in a Crew Cab, Standard Bed configuration, is 241.41 inches long, 81.24 inches wide (without mirrors), and 75.35 inches tall. In contrast, the Crew Cab Standard Bed configuration of the Silverado 2500 HD WT is 250.04 inches long, 81.85 inches wide (without mirrors), and 79.82 inches tall.

Why is Silverado so expensive? ›

One of the biggest reasons pickup trucks are so expensive goes back to the old economic adage of supply and demand. If anything, the need for pickups has increased across the board. The lack of supply drives prices through the roof and costs consumers more if they want their share of a valuable commodity.

If you want better fuel economy, then the 3.0L Duramax Diesel engine is more ideal. However, if you want more pulling power, then you'll be better equipped with the 5.3L V8 engine.

The bad years: 2007-2014

There are eight different variations of the Vortec 5.3-liter V8 in the fourth-generation small-block V8 family. All suffer from the same issues, which can be summed up in two three-letter acronyms: AFM and PCV.

The most common cars with this issue from Chevy were made with the Chevy 5.3 motor from 1999 to 2007. It's also possible they appeared in other years, but customers reported them at a much higher rate during this period.

If you were to look at Chevy Silverado's since 2005, it has been widespread that 2014 was known as the worst year for the 1500 due to its malfunctioning heating and air conditioning system. Its AC condensers were leaking, which required frequent replacements.

Quick Answer: Avoid 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 Chevy Silverados. The most Chevy Silverado transmission problems appear in the 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 versions. The other years and generations have a better track record with this component.