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2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 787 on record.

2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints364
Overall safety4 / 5 ★
Typical price$23,582

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2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #21V053000 · 05/02/2021

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, G…

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 24, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notifi…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #21V054000 · 05/02/2021

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…

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.

2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 364 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 PU/EC RWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

What's a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 worth?

Low
$16,000
Typical price
$23,582
High
$29,700

From 779 comparable 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 listings.

2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trims & engines on record

Trims
LT · LTZ · Work Truck · LS · Work Truck/Fleet/Base
Engines
5.3L 8-cyl · 4.8L 8-cyl · 4.3L 6-cyl · 6.2L 8-cyl

2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles on record

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Other Chevrolet Silverado 1500 model years

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2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

Based on 364 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, structure, air bags.

What is the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

How much is a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 worth?

Comparable 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 listings run roughly $16,000–$29,700, typically around $23,582 (from 779 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.