Who Owns Chevrolet Silverado?

Chevrolet Silverado operates under General Motors' sustainability framework. As one of GM's highest-volume vehicle lines, the Silverado's environmental footprint is significant, particularly for V8 models with lower fuel economy.

Electric Vehicle Transition: The Silverado EV, launched in 2024 on GM's Ultium battery platform, represents GM's effort to electrify its most popular truck line. The Silverado EV offers up to 450 miles of range. GM sold 11,275 Silverado EVs in 2025, a 51.8% increase from 2024, though this remains a small fraction of total Silverado sales.

Fuel Efficiency Standards: GM must comply with Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards and EPA emissions regulations. The availability of the 2.7-liter turbocharged four-cylinder and 3.0-liter Duramax diesel options helps improve the Silverado's fleet average fuel economy. The traditional 5.3-liter and 6.2-liter V8 engines remain the most popular configurations.

Manufacturing Sustainability: GM's assembly plants in Fort Wayne, Silao, Spring Hill, and Flint implement energy reduction, water conservation, and waste minimization programs. GM has committed to carbon neutrality in its global products and operations by 2040.

Supply Chain: GM maintains supplier standards for environmental and social responsibility. The company sources battery materials for the Silverado EV through partnerships with LG Energy Solution and others. GM has faced scrutiny over supply chain practices, including sourcing of raw materials for EV batteries.

For more details, see GM's sustainability report.

J.D. Power Awards: Chevrolet has been recognized as one of the most awarded brands in J.D. Power studies, with the Silverado receiving accolades for dependability and quality in multiple model years.

Market Leadership: GM has been America's full-size pickup leader for six consecutive years (2020-2025). The Silverado is the second best-selling vehicle in the United States behind the Ford F-Series.

Silverado EV Recognition: The 2024 Silverado EV has been recognized for its 450-mile range capability, making it one of the longest-range electric pickups available.

Towing and Capability Awards: The Silverado HD has received recognition for towing capacity and capability in automotive publications and industry evaluations.

6.2L V8 L87 Engine Recall (April 2025): GM issued a safety recall affecting specific 2021-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks due to potential manufacturing defects in their 6.2L V8 L87 engines. The defects could lead to engine failure and loss of propulsion. The recall followed lawsuits and investigations regarding consistent problems with the L87 engine. Owners were notified to bring affected vehicles to dealerships for inspection and repair. (NHTSA Recall 25V-274)

Brake System Recall (June 2025): GM recalled over 62,000 vehicles due to brake issues and potential fire risks. The recall included 2019-2024 Chevrolet Silverado models in 4500 HD, 5500 HD, and 6500 HD configurations, with most affected vehicles being 2023 Silverado 5500 HD trucks. GM notified the NHTSA about the brake-related safety concerns.

Lawsuits and Legal Challenges: The engine defects led to numerous lawsuits from Silverado owners seeking compensation for repairs, vehicle replacements, and related damages. Several courts have allowed cases to proceed, creating financial and reputational risks for GM.

Consumer Impact: The recalls affected consumer confidence in Silverado's reliability, particularly among commercial fleet operators. GM implemented repair programs and extended warranties for affected components.