2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 695 | 316 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 598 | 365 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 42 | 14 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 46,775 mi | 60,060 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Silverado | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 124 | 61 |
| Electrical System | 116 | 64 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 130 | 26 |
| Power Train | 81 | 29 |
| Steering | 80 | 24 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 28 |
| Suspension | 28 | 19 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 26 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 163 | 54 |
| Brake problems | 62 | 14 |
| Clunking / rattling | 34 | 13 |
| Stalling | 28 | 13 |
| Vibration / shaking | 22 | 13 |
| Shifting problems | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 9 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
2003 Chevrolet Silverado
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.