2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Power Train complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 187 owner complaints for the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 that list the power train component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11769536 (filed 10/07/2026): “These 6.2 liters are failing and there is no fix. gm claims my motor passed a test but not knowing if and when it will break down leaving me stranded or worse in a horrible accident with engine failure is not safe. my lane assist is now out as well, the version is old and gm wants to charge to up…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11769411 (filed 10/06/2026): “On september 24, 2026, my 2022 chevrolet silverado 1500 (5.3l v8, 10-speed automatic) suddenly stopped moving and the steering locked. the truck had to be towed to the chevrolet dealer. this is a repeat failure. on june 17, 2026, at about 43,700 miles, the truck showed the warning "service transmis…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11768912 (filed 10/05/2026): “Was just driving down the highway and without any warning at all my truck would not go while waiting at a stop light, it turns on and will go in drive but now it has an engine light on and has codes without any warning while driving!!! how safe is that?! especially when my children are in the vehicl…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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