2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Transmission Problems

Your truck experienced sudden rough shifting that became increasingly severe, with the transmission locking up the rear wheels during acceleration. This happened multiple times over a short period, triggering the check engine light and forcing your vehicle into a reduced power mode that significantly limited acceleration—a dangerous situation at highway speeds. Your dealer identified a faulty transmission valve body as the cause and will replace the entire valve body under your factory warranty.

After your truck was serviced for a recall on the 6.2L engine and given fresh oil, it lost power while you were driving and the check engine light turned on with a message indicating transmission failure. Your vehicle is now undrivable and is waiting for repair at a Chevrolet dealership. The repair will likely involve diagnostic testing to determine if the transmission needs servicing or replacement, and possibly checking whether the recall service affected the transmission system.

Your 6.2L engine shut down without warning while driving at 70 mph on the interstate, and it won't restart. The dealer diagnosed it as seized and is replacing the engine. This happened two months after you had a recall completed that included an oil change to a heavier grade.

Your truck shut off unexpectedly while driving at 45 mph, and two weeks later developed a loud knocking noise from the engine. The dealership diagnosed a complete engine failure and determined your engine needs to be replaced. You're currently waiting for a replacement engine to arrive at the dealership, and despite the manufacturer's recall test and oil service, the underlying issue wasn't resolved. The repair will require a full engine replacement, which involves removing the failed engine and installing a new one.

While driving at about 30 mph, your rear wheels suddenly locked up, causing your truck to leave the road. When you tried to shift into reverse to get back on the road, your dashboard showed "Conditions not Correct for Shift" and the check engine light came on. Your dealer diagnosed the problem as a faulty valve body in the transmission that needs to be replaced.

Your 2022 Silverado's 6.2L engine has been shuddering since 22,500 miles, and despite passing a recall test, the engine failed completely within 2,000 miles with no warning signs. The failure occurred while you were accelerating to merge into traffic. This will likely require engine inspection, diagnostics, or full engine replacement to determine what caused the sudden failure.

On 09/25/25 at 59,502 miles recall work was completed per NHTSA Recall No. 25V-274, L87 Engine Loss of Propulsion. Dealer paperwork shows that my truck passed the PicoScope inspection and was given the higher viscosity 0W-40 oil.

Valve body failed in Dec. 2024 and they replaced it. Valve body failed again in April 2025, they replaced it with new.

While driving, speed can vary, but yesterday we were going almost 50, and the transmission or brakes lock up which causes the back axel to lock up and the tire squeal, similar to slamming on the brakes. It caused my truck to sway side to side and scare the hell out of my son. Definitely not safe.

While driving at freeway speeds, my transmission malfunctioned and caused the rear wheels to briefly lock up. This sudden mechanical failure has occurred four separate times in the past month, each time while traveling at highway speeds. The incident creates a serious safety hazard — sudden rear-wheel lockup at high speeds can lead to loss of control, skidding, or collisions.

Travel aprox 40 MPH. Rear wheels abruptly lock up. Truck skids to a stop.

I was driving my truck with my two young children in the back seat. I was accelerating to merge onto the interstate, and at 8th gear (around 74 MPH) I felt and heard a BANG and lost all propulsion, as if the transmission went into neutral. I revved several times and had no power to the wheels.

When accelerating, it started around 35 MPH, I would be driving and it would feel like hitting a speed bump, even though there wasn't a speed bump. Over the past month, it has moved to about the 45 MPH, and the rear wheels completely lock up for a second, cause the tires to "squeal" as if slamming on the brakes. It gives anyone in the vehicle a whiplash effect.

There is already a recall on the Chevy Silverado but only for the 10speed engine not the V8s in regards to the transmission. There have been a select few V8s that just now started getting recalled. Our truck is doing exactly what these recalls are reporting- hard shifting, knocking of engine, check engine light, trouble shifting into gear.

Transmission valve body failing causing limited power and potential accident in middle of the highway.

At ~51,000 miles, my 2022 Silverado Trail Boss 6.2L L87 experienced a sudden engine failure while on / exiting the highway. The engine began shaking violently, the check engine light flashed, and it lost all power without warning. It was towed and remained out of service for 28 days.

On 12.27.24, the vehicle lost motive power while traveling through a busy and dangerous intersection and coasted to a stop. It was towed to a GM Dealership where it was determined that the engine had seized as it wouldn't crank. The serpentine belt was also noted to be atypically damaged as if it wasn't riding evenly / correctly on the pulleys.

I was driving down the highway at 65mph when the truck shifted into Neutral. Could not shift back into drive. Pulled over 3 lanes to shoulder and stopped, shifted to Park, turned off engine.

When vehicle becomes disabled due to an an electrical or mechanical issue there is no way to put the transmission into neutral. Due to the vehicle having an electric shift mechanism, when there is an electrical issue with the vehicle it can’t be shifted into neutral to push or tow the vehicle. For some unknown reason, GM did not provide an emergency transmission shift override system.

While driving at highway speed and winding the engine up to pass, the entire truck shudders and it feels as if the transmission slips. The vehicle does not accelerate normally and it feels as if the transmission has issues finding the passing gear. After passing and letting off the gas it continues to shudder for a while until you reach a steady speed.

Since new delivery, transmission appears to slip into neutral when vehicle is first started and accelerated forward. Was advised by Chevrolet service that this is a known issue, and that GM is aware of the issue, but nothing can be done about it.

Your truck suddenly lost its 4WD capability and the transmission stopped communicating with other systems while you were driving. The dealership found that a defective battery ground cable was causing the problem. General Motors has issued a Customer Satisfaction Program (N252515590) to address this exact issue, but they refused to cover the repair for your vehicle even though it has the same failure. Replacing the battery ground cable should restore both the 4WD function and transmission communication.

Your coolant control valve has failed, which caused your radiator to overheat and now leak at a weld seam. The dealership acknowledges this is a known issue but is refusing to repair it. The repair will likely involve replacing the coolant control valve and possibly the radiator.

Your transmission is shifting hard, especially when going from 1st to 2nd gear, and it jerks when you come to a complete stop. Sometimes your check engine light comes on and the transmission won't shift at all, which concerns you about safety. Other similar vehicles have had recalls for this same issue. A transmission fluid flush, filter replacement, or transmission software update may be needed to resolve this.

While turning left, your transmission stuttered and got stuck in first gear. You found this is a known issue affecting 2020-2022 Silverado 1500s, and a temporary fix worked briefly before you needed dealer service. Even though GM has offered a 15-year, 150,000-mile warranty for this problem, your vehicle's VIN wasn't included in the recall, and the repair cost nearly $4,000. The fix likely involves transmission fluid service, internal transmission component replacement, or a transmission software update.

Your transmission valve body failed at 35,000 miles, causing hard shifts and no reverse gear—even after receiving a recall software update. There were no warning lights or error codes before the problem occurred. The dealership confirmed the valve body needs replacement, which is a major transmission component that controls fluid flow and gear engagement.

Your rear wheels locked up while driving at about 40 mph on four separate occasions, causing your truck to become difficult to control. Each time, you were able to slow down and move to the side of the road safely. The dealer hasn't identified or fixed the problem yet. The issue may involve your rear brake system, drivetrain, or traction control components that need diagnostic testing and repair.

My wife borrowed my truck and went to Costco, after backing out of the parking spot the truck sputtered and stalled in the lane of travel. The truck would not start and more importantly she was not able to get it into neutral. The truck would simply state "shift conditions not met" and would stay in park.

At 60,079 miles (just after reaching the 60,000 mile drivetrain warranty limit) received message on dash indicating reduced acceleration accompanied by the check engine light. Message would clear after the truck was restarted. Message came back occasionally over the next few months.

Vehicle lost power while driving on highway 2days in a row dealer Syed they could not find any problems

I am filing a complaint because my 2022 high country Chevrolet Silverado truck has experienced multiple dangerou transmission failures 4all occurring while driving resulting in complete loss of power sudden stalling in traffic placing everyone in danger.This vehicle has malfunction repeatedly since just day 10 after purchase date and each breakdown has been transmission related occurring suddenly transmission was replaced twice in last 4 months.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed highway speeds, the transmission unintendedly shifted in and out of gear. No warning light was illuminated.

On Sunday October 12th, 2025, we were driving in Grand Rapids,MN when our truck (2002 Silverado [XXX] ) suddenly lost power. We were on a main highway without shoulders. The truck would not restart.

We are having 2 problems with this vehicle. The first is the key in the ignition is not always removeable when you turn the truck off. The second is we are told called the chevy shudder.

Got Engine Light and Reduced Power Message. Took To My Chevrolet Dealer Engine Codes P0700 and P0747 Which are Transmission Control System Malfunction and Pressure Control Solenoid A Stuck On. When this happens the truck stalls but keeps running in Limp Mode.

A search of your site shows I have no unrepaired recalls. That is not true. I had a software update the was intstalled to keep me from going above 7th gear in my 10 speed transmission due to concerns over incidents of transmission/rear end lockup occuring when downshifitng from 8th to 7th gear.

On May 3, 2025 my truck would not go into reverse leaving me stranded 250 miles from my home. There was no indication the transmission was having problems (no warning lights and the truck was driving as designed). Then boom -- nothing.

The engine started to shake violently while traveling down the interstate, my speeds reduced against my will. My safety and the safety of others was jeopardized while I'm traveling down an interstate with a minimum speed of 70 MPH and my truck speed reduced to 35 MPH or less.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that after the dealer had replaced the engine, the rear tires seized while driving, preventing the vehicle from moving forward or reverse. No warning light was illuminated.

I was driving the truck and it just stopped moving like the vehicle was in neutral. My safety really wasnt put at risk,other then I couldn't move out of the way of other traffic The truck is at simmons and rockwell dealership waiting to be fixed due to the part being on backorder.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while pulling into the driveway at approximately 5 MPH, the vehicle started shaking abnormally. The following day, while attempting to reverse out of the driveway, the transmission failed to shift into reverse.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. No warning light was illuminated.

Loss of motor power due to engine loss. Electronics not functioning properly. Was in danger on an interstate when motor failed to work.

Complete engine failure while travelling on highway with no advance warning. Suddenly lost all acceleration after vehicle sputtered for few moments. Had to cross two lanes of traffic to get over to breakdown lane while traveling up a fairly steep grade with no power.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at slow speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that when the speed increased above 30 MPH, the vehicle jerked forward, and several unknown warning lights illuminated.

My truck was put in the shop for loss of power. after 28 days the dealer had diagnosed and repaired the truck. They had to replace all of the valve train lifters along with 1 broken push rod.

On [XXX] I was traveling was in [XXX] and I got an alert that said engine oil too hot and the truck started to lose power and pulled over and had to be towed to my dealership. I found out a couple days that the engine was seized. The dealership was able to get a crate motor and replace a couple weeks later.

-Bearing Failure -My Safety was put at Risk due to the vehicle instantaneously Stalling in the middle of a 4 Lane interstate without any prior warnings. -The vehicle has been diagnosed by 2 dealerships which both state that receiving a new engine is near to impossible due to this exact issue to be happening to a lot more of the same vehicles at the same time.

I have personally been experiencing a terrible cold start in the mornings. I have a 8 speed transmission with the 2.7 L engine. There is a recall on other Silverado and sierras with a (broken reaction carrier ring).

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while stopped at a stop sign, the accelerator pedal was then depressed and the vehicle lost power. The check engine warning light illuminated.

Hello, I was driving on the highway and all of a sudden the engine made a noise then the dash alerted me to shift into neutral/press start. I had to pull off the highway in single lane traffic and call for a tow. The truck was towed to the dealership.

I bought this truck with 0 miles and I purchase an extended warranty for $4000 DLS from the dealership to cover until 150000 miles and on January 2024 The transmission broke down I took in into the dealership for repairs and they have not been able to repaired and they keep giving me the round around every day is been 6 months that I been paying for a vehicle that I can’t drive and neither the dealership or the extended warranty company can fixed I need your help please thank you and gb

As I drive down road at speed limit. Transmission control module shuts down and the truck loses speed to where it's a safety problem that the cars behind you almost hits you as you have to coast of the road. It has happened to many times.

7500 oil change, tire rotation multi vehicle inspection appt. With issues. - didn't do oil change/inspection.

Vehicle was hard shifting from 1st to 2nd gear and back from 2nd to first gear. Periodic hard shifting would occur at highway speeds when attempting to pass. Vehicle was taken into the dealership.

On the first drive everyday, the transmission keeps slipping between 1st and 2nd gear and you have no power trying to accelerate until you find a gear. Took it to dealership and they couldn’t find anything wrong. They said Chevrolet has a bulletin on this issue already.

Your transmission has been experiencing problems, and your dashboard radio display flickers on and off intermittently. These issues suggest problems with both your drivetrain and electrical system that need diagnosis and repair from a technician.

Vehicle has a 10-speed electronic controlled transmission that has been identified having issues in other models. The vehicle is experiencing jerking, hard shifting, and shifting delays. I want my model of vehicle to be included in the recall.

they did the pico test they said the engine was good they upgraded the oil months after that 3 time back to the dealer do to loss of Propulsion its in a GM dealer SHOP waiting for the new long block as of 02-16-2026

Truck went into limp mode. Would not shift. Stayed in one gear and would not back up.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while shifting into park(P), the vehicle indicated that it was not in park(P). The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and then the vehicle began to work as intended.

I purchased a pre-owned Chevrolet Silverado Z71, 4WD, off-road, LTZ pickup truck (Model # C1500 k 1500, VIN [XXX] , NAIC # XXX) from Wally Edgar Chevrolet in Lake Orion, Michigan on 3/28/24. It has the V8 – 5.3 L gasoline engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle was, and still is, in very good condition (no scratches, dents, and a good running engine).

The vehicle intermittently enters a reduced power/limp mode resulting in a sudden loss of acceleration while driving. This has occurred multiple times, including while towing, when the vehicle was unable to safely maintain or reach highway speeds. The loss of power creates a dangerous condition when merging or driving in traffic.

The vehicle was purchased new from the dealer in June of 2022. Since the purchase the vehicle has had multiple issues that are safety concerns. The backup camera cuts out on average 1 out of every 10 times the vehicle is placed in reverse always in low light situations like parking garages, night time driving or overcast/rainy weather.

4x4 automatically engages and disengages after the 6.2 engine recall replacement. Dealerships has no solution to the matter. This makes the truck stop operating at normal 2wd speed and limits the turning radius of the truck since it changes to 4WD

The throttle body and valve body failed at 90,500 miles. When this occurred it went into limp mode and I could not travel ov 20 MPH. Also would not go in reverse.

Harsh jerking when downshifting when driving in AWD, it happens when I release the the gas pedal. It happened when I was going 10, 30 40, 50 MPH.

Transmission I believe is the problem, when driving at speeds any where between 10 to 60 a very harsh jerk happens when down shifting, as I let go of the gas. It is harsh enough that it is unsafe.

Issue: (1) Was parking truck and as I placed the shifter into "R", it would not stay in "R" I could not engage reverse. After 3-4 times, I pulled straight forward and attempted to shift the vehicle into "R". It finally locked into "R" and I was able to back the truck up.

On September 16 2025 sudden loss of acceleration and reduced engine power with check engine light turning on. No issues or symptoms prior. Dealership is replacing the transmission under warranty.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds in inclement weather, the ESC warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while making minor steering adjustments or turning to the right or the left, the vehicle skidded.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle lost motive power. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated.

I have had several check engine lights come on and the codes are for emission related issues. I made an appointment with the local chevy dealership to get the emission system looked at. However, the day before I was to take it in, I was driving and the truck dropped into "Low power mode" leaving me driving on the highway with no acceleration at all.

Other vehicles of this year, make and model are recalled because of transmission issues. My vehicle is experiencing shuddering, lack of power, and hard shifting. Theses issues are the same as those found in recall.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shuddering abnormally. The check engine warning light was illuminated.

I was driving after 2 weeks of purchasing the truck the engine light came on and a message on the dash board that read loose of engine propulsion the truck was having a very hard time accelerating and it was jerking and it would not go into reverse at all this happened on May 30th 2025

Transmission valve body failed. I was driving to the store on 5/17/25 with my son (6) and the RPMs jumped while driving. We were less than a mile from the store and continued as it seemed to not be an issue after that.

Driving across town. Going around 30 MPH. Through a busy intersection and the rear wheels locked up again.

- Failed Engine Coolant Control Valve, it was made available for inspection at a Chevy and GMC dealership - Failure of this part puts my family and other drivers at risk especially when towing our camper in the mountains of Colorado.

Sudden limp mode check engine, engine power reduced only first gear working no reverse , dealership determined that the valve actuator on the transmission went out.

April 2023 experienced loss of power and eventually would not start at all. (8k miles) Was at the dealer for just over 3 months and had motor replaced. April 2025 valve body on the transmission went out and was at the dealer a week and a half.

Vehicle transmission stopped. Was at an intersection light turned green hit gas pedal vehicle moved 6”. Pushed throttle to floor and vehicle was jerking back and forth.

My Chevrolet Truck was purchased brand new with under a thousand miles on it. I was driving and the sensor went out at about 45,000 miles then the other sensor went out two days later. 15 thousand miles later my transmission went out.

Within the last couple of days, my truck went into limp home mode 3 times, "Reduced Acceleration Drive with Care", check engine light on, right after the truck jerked a few times while it was shifting. Each time the message went away after a re-start but the check engine light was still on. Now the truck also has another message, "Service Transmission Now unable to shift soon".

When shut off and put in park it will not allow the truck to turn all they way off because it says it’s not in park. I’ve read that there has been several issues with this is the dealer charges anywhere between $900-$1500 to attempt to fix but people are saying it doesn’t. Also there is no dip stick to check transmission fluid.

My truck (2022 Silverado with ~37k mileage) suddenly went into limp mode and gave me a reduced engine power message, along with an ignited check engine light. As soon as this happened, I also received an email stating that there was a diagnostic alert for my vehicle requiring immediate attention (Engine and Transmission System). I immediately called the shop and took it in for diagnostics.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to decelerate, the vehicle briefly surged forward. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence.

Felt like brakes on rear were grabbing went in limp mode now I don't have reverse check engine light on unhooked negative on battery engine light went off still no reverse

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the gear shifter was stuck in park(P). The contact stated that after the vehicle was parked, the gear shifter remained stuck in park(P).

Vehicle Message "Reduced Acceleration Drive with Care" . My car then ran like it was in 1st gear for my drive home. Next morning couldn't go into reverse so I had to have my buddy help me tow it.

I have a 22 5.3L V8 trail boss 86k miles was running great prior.Truck gears started slipping and was able to get it home. Started the next day and check engine light came on and no reverse. Was able to get it to the dealership with the reduced engine power warning.

These truck have issue they will not shift to park and will give drive a warning of not in park when the vehicle is in park not allowing fully shutoff and killing battery. I have taken truck to dealer and was advise this is a know issue.

Truck started bucking check engine light and other warning lights lit up.Truck lost the ability to go into reverse.

Check engine light came on 4 wiring harnesses had to be replaced. Had the truck back for 3 days check engine light back on. Two other wires needed to be replaced had the truck back for 1 week and now it needs a new transmission.

At 28000 km my 2022 Chevrolet trailboss 1500 with the 6.2 started to burn oil. It was averaging 1 litre every 2000km. The dealership told me this was perfectly acceptable for consumption on this engine.

Transmission doesn’t seem to shift right sometimes. Lurches forward, RPM’s go high and seems like it slams back into gear

Sudden hard downshift from 10th gear to 5th great. Check engine light came on with message of reduced acceleration mode.

I have already file for the transmission know my center task is freeze up me and not work some time for hours, know this week the rear end have start make noise it start happen around about 40 mile and hour on and off alway up 80. This is a everyday thing.

I am submitting a complaint regarding recurring transmission issues with my 2022 Chevrolet Silverado (VIN: [XXX] ). These problems have compromised my safety and that of others on the road. Multiple repair attempts and discussions with GM have not resolved the issue.

Transmission valve cover and yes available for inspection. It wouldn’t shift gears causing me to drive only 10mph. It has been reproduced.

The Transmission is stuck in 2nd gear, and won’t reverse. I bought the truck used from dealership. There is a GM Technical Bulletin, that states the vehicle is/was not to have been sold, prior to having the Transmission control Module replaced.

Bought the truck brand new and the transmission hard shifts in every gear. Has been in and out of the dealership nonstop for the past 2 years for electrical issues with the radio, an oil sensor wiring issue, and the dealership is trying to say 5 modules are out in the truck. They only posted 3 modules and they were transfer case module, power steering module, and body control module.

Periodically at low speeds my transmission will hard shift. This causes my vehicle to lurch forward. This has happened several times to me.

Since new, this vehicle has had two unresolved safety issues. One of which being the failure of a FMVSS 111 required system - rear vision camera. The two defects are: 1.

During a cold start up once the vehicle is moving, it has a hard time shifting. It jerks makes a loud noise and shift a radically.

The truck randomly got a check engine light. I had to drive over 150 miles home and the whole time the dash said DEF empty and a countdown to reduced power. DEF was filled prior to trip.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unintendedly lunged forward and jerked. Additionally, the instrument panel was black.

My transmission has been slipping and shifting very hard. The dealer tried relearning the transmission twice and that did not solve the problem. The cooler line has failed and now the transmission is being replaced.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the service transmission warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the shift selector had seized.

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that whenever the vehicle was turned off using the Push START feature, the vehicle would start rolling away. The vehicle failed to shift to park(P) once the vehicle was turned off.

transmission is not acting up just light for service transmission now will stop shifting soon

Engine light is on with DTC P1098 due to a faulty engine coolant control valve requiring replacement. Vehicle displays warning message “service transmission, unable to shift soon” due to faulty component in electronic shifter requiring replacement.

Complete transmission valve body failure. 27,000 miles on truck. Unacceptable.

I have a 22022 Refresh Silverado 1500 High Country with 12,500 miles that gets a "Service Transmission" warning and kills the engine leaving it in the traffic. When trying to restart the truck it just keeps flashing errors and can't be restarted for about half hour. This has happened twice to me so far.

Driving across town, rear wheel lock up occurred. Feels like hitting a small tree. Scary situation.

When the vehicle is completely stopped, shifted to the park position, ignition turned off, the motor will stop running but an error come up on the dash " shift to park" and the horn start chirping and the instrument panel, radio etc.

The transmission have a delay after you put in D after 2 of 3 minute it jump forward an another 10 feet does it again then drive ok until I stop the all stop when it restart it launch forward, I will have to hold brake down hard like emergency Stop to keep it rear in the vehicle in front of me. I have to be careful with somebody is in front me in crosswalk.

Driving along reduced power would not shift and lost reverse

Valve body failure in transmission at 13,000 miles

I purchased the truck June of 2023 Fast Forward to November 2024 their telling me my truck needs a new engine

Transmission started to having issues going uphill, against the wind and trying to get up to speed on the on-ramp of the highway.

Shift tranny to park not working properly.

When cold it hard shift when move forward and also to next gear. It hard shift between first and second each time I stop for the next 10 to 20 mile this is everyday thing for the last 5 month

Transmission will not shift to park from drive or reverse on first attempt. It takes several attempts to put vehicle into park after it has been stopped.

After 10000 miles my transmission is shifting erratically, especially in the morning