2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD: Power Train complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 42 owner complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD that list the power train component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11620356 (filed 10/17/2024): “The contact owns a 2017 chevrolet silverado 1500. the contact stated that when driving at various speeds, there were rattling and vibrating sensations coming from the vehicle. in addition, when driving at low speeds there was a thumping noise emitting from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the d…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11578659 (filed 03/21/2024): “The contact owns a 2017 chevrolet silverado. the contact stated when the vehicle was started, there was a grinding noise coming from the engine and transmission area. the contact stated when driving the vehicle there was a hard shift when shifting gears. there were no warning lights illuminated.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11549619 (filed 10/12/2023): “The contact owns a 2017 chevrolet silverado. the contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 mph, the vehicle made grinding sounds. the contact pulled over on the side of the roadway. upon inspection, the contact noticed flames coming from the rear differential, and the driveshaft had deta…”
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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