NHTSA Complaint #11639266 — 2021 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11639266
Vehicle	2021 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	September 6, 2024
Date Filed	January 29, 2025
Mileage	16,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IN

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH following a school bus, there was an abnormal screeching sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that a message to pull over safely was displayed. The contact stated that the engine had seized. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the crankshaft bearings and connecting rod bearings had failed. After further diagnostic tests, the contact was informed that the vehicle was not repairable. The vehicle was repaired with a remanufactured engine. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 16,000.

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