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Vehicle A

Gasoline · 17 combined MPG · Rear-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 20 combined MPG · Rear-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2019 Chevrolet Silverado

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2019 Chevrolet Silverado

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

2019 Chevrolet Silverado

has more open investigations.

Lower estimated fuel cost

2018 Chevrolet Silverado

may cost less to fuel.

Short answer: Silverado needs more recall homework, Silverado has more complaint activity, Silverado has more severity reports, Silverado has more open investigation signals and Silverado has the lower fuel-cost estimate. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2018 Chevrolet Silverado Difference
Total recalls 10 7 Silverado has 3 more recalls
Total complaints 1,021 503 Silverado has 518 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 27 / 7 / 12 / 0 10 / 4 / 8 / 1 Silverado has 23 more severity reports
Defect investigations 4 0 Silverado has 4 more investigations
Open investigations 2 0 Silverado has 2 more open investigations
Manufacturer communications 302 433 Silverado has 131 more communications
Recall completion reports 71 30 Silverado has 41 more reports
Warranty programs 1 0 Silverado has 1 more warranty programs
Service campaigns 4 2 Silverado has 2 more service campaigns
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Dec 16, 2021 May 21, 2026 Silverado has newer activity
Latest complaint May 26, 2026 May 29, 2026 Silverado has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Engine
  • Power Train
  • Service Brakes
  • Power Train
  • Engine
  • Service Brakes
 Different
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 17 combined MPG 20 combined MPG Different
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $3,500 $3,000 Silverado about $500 less
Safety-rating records 6 7 Different availability

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2019 Chevrolet Silverado

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had engine and power train repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2018 Chevrolet Silverado

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had power train and engine repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2019 Chevrolet Silverado

  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Service Brakes: vibration, pulsing, noise, stopping distance

2018 Chevrolet Silverado

  • Power Train: shifting, hesitation, driveline noise, leaks
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Service Brakes: vibration, pulsing, noise, stopping distance

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

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