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2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Suspension Problems

14 owner-reported suspension complaints from NHTSA data

14
Complaints
1
Recalls
1
Crashes
Jan 2021Dec 2023
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Suspension Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #16V256000

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and 2016 Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Sierra, GMC Yukon and GMC Yukon XL vehicles. The front upper control arms may have inadequate welds near the control arm bushing.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right front upper control arms and realign the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began on May 18, 2016. Until the repairs have been made, owners are advised not to drive their vehicles. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 42190.

Owner Complaints (14)

criticalSUSPENSION
CrashFiled: Jun 2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving 45 MPH, the lower control arm fractured, which caused the front passenger wheel to become detached. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a guardrail.

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NHTSA #: 11101147
highSUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Filed: Dec 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Stabili-trak message was displayed and the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The front wheels seized while making a turn.

NHTSA #: 11562067
mediumSUSPENSION,AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Feb 2026

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle drove over a pothole, and an abnormal sound was coming from the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated.

NHTSA #: 11720700
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: Oct 2022

We have a 2017 Chevy Silverado 55,883 miles On 9/27/22 we took truck in for oil change. Dealership states our truck “both upper control arms have play” Repairs total cost $1246 We are 65 years old, we do not go off reading. We feel like this issue is caused by insufficient welds in a recall, but our truck is not on recall list.

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NHTSA #: 11487685
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: Jan 2021

Driving long distances caused ball joints and a arms to break. First trip was right front a arm and ball joint second was left front both were replaced and a year later left front went out again this happened while driving. New ti tired were worn out on one trip.

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NHTSA #: 11386111
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: Nov 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle while driving up an incline at slow speeds. There was no warning light illuminated.

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NHTSA #: 11376373
mediumSUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
Filed: Jan 2019

The truck has a hard time accelerating and randomly upshifts and downshifts. When coming to a stop it has a hard time downshifting which makes it hard to stop. When on the interstate in rush hour traffic it is very dangerous to drive because I have no idea if the truck will accelerate or not and since it has a hard time stopping I am afraid I am going to rear end someone.

NHTSA #: 11173004
mediumSUSPENSION,WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Sep 2018

Vibration in the rest end. Had tires rotated and still a vibration. Complained to general motors only to be told that it is within their specs.

NHTSA #: 11132151
mediumSUSPENSION
Filed: Feb 2018

I purchased a new (175 miles) 2017 chevrolet silverado ls 4x4 from a dealership on 2/10/2017. I noticed the ride was a bit bumpy on the 80 mile ride home from the dealership, but thought nothing of it. The next time I drove it was 2 weeks later (I was on business travel in between and let the truck sit in my garage), and I drove it around town on 2/25/2017.

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NHTSA #: 11074964
mediumSUSPENSION,WHEELS
Filed: Jan 2018

Just bought a new 2017 black edition. Reg cab short bed. Shakes from new over 73+ MPH.

NHTSA #: 11063841
mediumSUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
Filed: Oct 2017

Transmission on my new 2016 z71 lt 4x4 jumps into low gear when slowing down. I took it to the dealership multiple times, but keep getting told it shifts fine. I took it again and had a manager drive the truck with me inside and agreed the transmission was not gettin into gear in a normal way.

NHTSA #: 11036004
lowSUSPENSION
Filed: Jan 2024

Vehicle was making a loud cracking sound with every turn. Upon inspection, it was determined that the upper ball joint popped out

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NHTSA #: 11567590
lowSUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Jul 2021

Brakes are delayed and have a slipping feeling at times. Lights flash and wheel locks up, unknown problem, when vehicle is shut down and restarted problem resolves. Vehicle will not start due to electrical problem.

NHTSA #: 11426270
lowSUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN
Filed: Oct 2020

Transmission torch converter and can not keep wheels balanced arm suspension city and highway driving

NHTSA #: 11362667

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