2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Body Problems
- 25
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
What owners report
- passenger side · 5 records
- airbag deploys · 4 records
- failure mileage · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 7 |
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle did not pass inspection because the frame was rusted. The vehicle was deemed unsafe to drive. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the frame was patched with adhesive. The vehicle was taken back to get inspected and the contact was informed that the remedy was insufficient. The vehicle was not taken to a…
ODI 11259051
Air Bags · Body · Wheels
Takata recall , was never contacted about the recall , also wheel hub assembly i have replaced them several times and i have yet to hear from anyone about this situation i don't think i will be buying a chevy any longer because of the rust on this truck and everything else that is wrong with it
ODI 11174619
Body · Engine
Engine burns through oil and always needs additional oil between oil changes. There is no signs of an oil leak nor is there any smoke. Also the frame of the truck is comepletely rusted.
ODI 11156998
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact noticed that the dashboard was cracking. The contact was concerned of air bag deployment due to the crack. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 16v383000 (air bags). The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.
ODI 11034424
Body
My dashboard is cracking around airbag, a well known issue with gm vehicles. I waiting for the day when my airbag deploys and i get impaled with a piece of plastic. Please help with this issue.
ODI 11022211
Body
Multiple cracks in the dashboard in and around the passenger airbag and drivers side. Pieces become a hazard in the event of a collision as they could become projectiles. Dash cracks lead to loss of structural integrity of the dash system which may also impede the ability of the airbag to function. This problem has been well documented and reported by multitudes of consumers throughout the nation. Gm/chevrolet…
ODI 11032801
Body
Dashboard has cracked making it a safety concern from the air bags. This has happened over a period of one year. Now the total dashboard has completely cracked.
ODI 10978902
Air Bags · Body
My dashboard is cracking around passenger airbag and above odometer on the driver's side, a well known issue with gm vehicles. I am waiting for the day when my airbag deploys and i or a love one gets impaled with a piece of that defective plastic. Please help with this issue before somebody gets hurt.
ODI 11048160
Body
Dash is cracked in three places. In case of an airbag deployment the dash could break into many piece acting like shrapnel. This needs to be a recall as gm knows of this issue. This issue has happened while the vehicle is in motion.
ODI 10898097
Body
Dash is cracked in 2 places. One by passenger air bag and one in middle.
ODI 10884400
Body · Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at speeds above 30 mph, the front end of the vehicle would experience severe shaking and vibrating. The contact discovered that the passenger side mounting bracket for the suspension and steering had separated from the vehicle and a sub frame had fractured near the bracket. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The…
ODI 10819265
Body
The forward dash has contyto crack and break apartvat several areas including the passenger side airbag location. This is a know problem with gm and they only offer "goodwill" assistance for customers just outside the bumper to bumper warranty. Repairs cost over 1000.00 for this issue that can sometimes have to be done multiple times. Looking to finally getting this addressed and not swept under the rug.
ODI 10817322
Body
The truck frame, bed and cab are completely covered with rust. Uncertain how long the framed will be safe in order to operate the vehicle.
ODI 10874955
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that dashboard fractured on both the driver and passenger side. The contact mentioned that the fracture on the passenger side extended to the air bag. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 111,000.
ODI 10746835
Body
The paint and clear coat on the top and hood are fading.
ODI 10916251
Body
The dash board is cracked in multiple spots and has started to crack and fall into the mechanical components underneath. Has 6 or more cracks approximately 6-12 inches. It started with one crack and has continue to have more, happens while parked and driving.
ODI 10905494
Body · Equipment Adaptive/Mobility · Suspension
Selected adaptive equipment and suspension and body because there is no place to add tailgate and that is where he problem is - geez - that part makes no senese at all. *tr tailgate lock on riders side of vehicle does not engage properly. It has been replaced once and greased once at butch ostelete in pascagoula, ms. I called about repair but the person on the phone said they would have to charge me to repair it.…
ODI 10556749
Body
Both rear fenders over tires are rusting thru the metal. It is not coming from the underside but thru the metal itself. Truck is well cared for, garaged, wash regular only 80,000, this seems to be a problem only with new body style 2007 gm trucks only. At this time this time gm is not willing to fix the problem. *tr
ODI 10544065
Body
My rear corner panels have completly rusted out. This started back in 2013. I went to 2 dealerships in the albany , ny area. They also said it was a known problem. Why isnt this recalled if 2 chevrolet dealerships have said this?
ODI 11164674
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the entire dashboard was cracked. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 49,000.
ODI 10746905
Body · Unknown Or Other
CRACKED DASHBOARD
ODI 10883286
Body
Dash is cracking in multiple areas especially around airbag area on passenger side. This can potentially cause issues of airbag deploys.
ODI 11021520
Body
The dash on my 2007 chevy silverado has cracked at the corner of passenger airbag and above instrument cluster. I'm concerned that these pieces of plastic will become projectiles if the airbag deploys.
ODI 10838479
Body
The dashboard in my vehicle has cracked, right behind the airbag. If the airbag were to deploy it is very likely that a piece of the broken dashboard could become a projectile inside the vehicle causing serious injury to the occupants. This is a known issue with gm vehicles containing this dashboard, including the gmc sierra, gmc yukon, chevrolet avalanche, chevrolet tahoe, and chevrolet suburban. Detailed photos of…
ODI 10567360
Body · Suspension
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet silverado 1500. Nine months after the contact purchased the vehicle, he had it detailed. He began noticing rust spots all over the vehicle and the undercarriage. The dealer stated that the failure was due to iron deposit from the transportation rail. An acid bath to repair the vehicle would cost $400. The repair was not performed because the vehicle was still under warranty.…
ODI 10251082