2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 860 on record.
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 at a glance
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2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls 4
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP, and VI or "Zone A." Additionally GM is recalling certain 2011-2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Ch…
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 25, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notific…
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and Sierra 3500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South …
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 22, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notific…
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT, CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO LD AND GMC SIERRA LD VEHICLES. THE REAR AXLE CROSS PINS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD FRACTURE AND BECOME DISPLACED WITHIN THE REAR AXLE. SHOULD THE PIN SHIFT OUT OF POSITION, IT COULD CREATE AN INTERFERENCE CONDITION AND CAUSE THE REAR AXLE TO LOCK.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REAR AXLE CROSS PIN FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 AND AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, COLORADO, EXPRESS, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; AND GMC CANYON, SIERRA, SAVANA, YUKON AND YUKON XL VEHICLES. THE REAR AXLE CROSS PINS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND COULD FRACTURE AND BECOME DISPLACED WITHIN THE REAR AXLE. SHOULD THE PIN SHIFT OUT OF POSITION, IT COULD CREATE AN INTERFERENCE …
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REAR AXLE CROSS PIN FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 AND AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 638 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/RC 4WD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
What's a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 worth?
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trims & engines on record
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles on record
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS1GCRCREA8BZ323117
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCRCSE03BZ459878
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS3GCPKREA1BG128051
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS1GCRCREA4BZ431217
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work Truck1GCRCPEX9BZ113215
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCPCSEA4BG299722
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCPKSE32BF232137
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCRCSEA0BZ391127
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCUKSE28BG346541
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS1GCRCREA4BZ163558
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work Truck1GCNCPEX9BZ142874
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCPCSEAXBG151025
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCPCSE03BG393761
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work Truck1GCRCPEX7BZ403808
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS3GCPCREA0BG145825
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work Truck1GCRCPEX2BZ301266
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCPCSE0XBG178684
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT3GCPKSE36BG305380
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT1GCRCSE03BZ250298
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work Truck1GCNCPEX5BZ268245
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ3GCPKTE30BG254125
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ1GCRKTE37BZ152779
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ3GCPKTE33BG218011
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Work Truck1GCNKPEX2BZ125837
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2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
Based on 638 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, air bags, suspension.
What is the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).
How much is a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 worth?
Comparable 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 listings run roughly $11,500–$25,600, typically around $18,705 (from 849 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.