More recall homework
2020 Chevrolet Silveradohas more recalls listed.
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More complaint activity
2021 Chevrolet Silveradohas more complaint records.
Open investigation signals
2021 Chevrolet Silveradohas more open investigations.
Lower estimated fuel cost
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Short answer: Silverado needs more recall homework, Silverado has more complaint activity, Silverado has more severity reports and Silverado has more open investigation signals. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
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| Record | 2021 Chevrolet Silverado | 2020 Chevrolet Silverado | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 8 | 12 | Silverado has 4 more recalls |
| Total complaints | 729 | 662 | Silverado has 67 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 16 / 11 / 11 / 0 | 13 / 9 / 7 / 0 | Silverado has 9 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 17 | 16 | Silverado has 1 more investigations |
| Open investigations | 3 | 2 | Silverado has 1 more open investigations |
| Manufacturer communications | 274 | 309 | Silverado has 35 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 51 | 80 | Silverado has 29 more reports |
| Warranty programs | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 9 | 5 | Silverado has 4 more service campaigns |
| Software notices | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | Feb 12, 2026 | Feb 12, 2026 | Similar |
| Latest complaint | May 29, 2026 | May 29, 2026 | Similar |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Similar focus |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Same |
| Efficiency | 17 combined MPG | 17 combined MPG | Same |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $3,500 | $3,500 | Similar |
| Safety-rating records | 6 | 6 | Similar |