2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Transmission Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are transmission problems on the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
231 owners have reported transmission problems on the 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 31% of all complaints for this year and the 2nd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 11,000–88,000 miles. 3 recalls cover this area.
231 complaints 31% of all 2020 complaints 61,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (49 of 231). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Transmission complaints by the year the problem happened.
Transmission complaints by Silverado 1500 year
Related recalls
Transmission valve can lock rear wheels
Crash riskThe transmission control valve may fail, causing the rear wheels to lock up while driving. Sudden rear wheel lock-up raises the risk of losing control and crashing.
Fix: The dealer will inspect your vehicle and update the transmission control software at no cost to you.
Recall 26V083000 · Feb 2026Valves / valve body, Software
The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock-up. Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install new transmission control module software, free of charge. GM will provide a special coverage program to cover the repair of transmissions that are identified by the remedy software as containing a defective control valve.
Recall 24V797000 · Oct 2024Driveshaft
One of the driveshaft joints may not have been properly welded, causing the driveshaft to separate while the vehicle is moving. If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2020.
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Other 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 problems
Common questions
What are common 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 transmission problems?
Complaints most often name the automatic transmission and torque converter.
At what mileage do 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 transmission problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 11,000–88,000 miles. The middle value is about 61,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 transmission problems?
Yes: 26V083000, 24V797000, 20V650000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which Silverado 1500 year has the most transmission complaints?
The 2019 Silverado 1500, with 329 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.