2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD: Engine complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 28 owner complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD that list the engine component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11549485 (filed 10/11/2023): “The contact owns a 2017 chevrolet silverado. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shut off and the entire instrument panel started flickering. in addition, the wheel would independently turn itself. the abs warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was towed to a lot…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11533723 (filed 07/21/2023): “The contact owns a 2017 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. the contact stated that the vehicle stalled, and the gear shifter became inoperable. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagno…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11512491 (filed 03/17/2023): “The engine glow plugs keep failing, i have replaced 4 already and 2 more are now failed. the vehicle only has 66k miles on it currently and the failures started around 50k. i do not understand why this hasn't been recalled like the 2018 trucks, they share the exact same engine.…”
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
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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