Total Complaints
4 filings
CHEVROLET 3500 · model year
2022 CHEVROLET 3500
4 NHTSA complaints for this specific cohort.
NHTSA overall rating
Not crash-tested
New Car Assessment Program
The 2022CHEVROLET3500 carries 4 consumer safety complaints in NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation database for this specific model-year cohort. Within that volume, owners reported 0 crashes, 2 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. No NCAP 5-star crash-test rating is available for this model year in the federal database.
Component-level analysis is where model-year complaints become actionable: the top complaint category for the 2022 3500 is power train with 2 filings, followed by engine (1) and engine and engine cooling (1). Concentration in one or two component groups is the classic signature of a systemic defect; a flat distribution usually reflects normal aging, warranty complaints, or isolated build-plant variability.
NHTSA currently has 57 investigation files overlapping the 2022 3500, and 2 remain open. Owners comparing this cohort against neighboring years should pair the counters above with the complaint-by-year trend on the parent model page — a spike in a single year often tracks to a platform refresh, a new transmission supplier, or an updated ECU calibration. Use the related-complaint feed below to read raw owner narratives before deciding whether any pattern here affects your specific use case.
4
Complaints
0
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
Crashes Reported
0 reports
Source
NHTSA ODI
Federal complaints database
Complaints vs. fleet median (215)
At or below the fleet median complaint volume.
Complaints by Component
| Component | Count |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
Recent Complaints
20250915POWER TRAIN
The contact's sister-in law owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH, the check engine warning illuminated, and the vehicle lost automotive power. The contact stated that his sister-in-law had also experienced the failure while driving. The contact was able to drive the vehicle back to the residence of the owner. The transmission was shifted to park(P) and the vehicle was turned off. The vehicle was restarted and shifted to drive(D); however, the vehicle failed to respond. There was an abnormal clunking and clicking sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact, a certified mechanic, scanned the vehicle and retrieved DTC: P70747 â (Valve Body Solenoid 1 stuck in ON position). The contact stated that the vehicle failed to respond while shifting into drive(D) and the accelerator pedal depressed. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V797000 (Power Train); however, while c
Mileage: 198,000
20250106POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle jerked forward. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred approximately 13-14 times. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that there were metal shavings inside the transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.
Mileage: 105,000
20230621FireENGINE
The contact owned a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH and towing a trailer, the vehicle made an abnormal popping sound as if the transmission was jumping in and out of gear, and the vehicle lunged forward. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated he heard a loud roaring sound coming from the engine as if the engine was sucking air. The contact shifted to neutral (N) and revved the engine, and the vehicle seemed to operate normally however, the several unknown warning lights remained illuminated. The contact pulled off the road and attempted to open the hood when he noticed a flickering light coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact stepped back and noticed that there was an unknown fluid pouring from the vehicle. The contact stated that the A/C fan activated, and at that exact moment the vehicle had burst into flames. The contact stated that the Fire Department and the State Police a
Mileage: 60,000
20230621FireENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owned a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH and towing a trailer, the vehicle made an abnormal popping sound as if the transmission was jumping in and out of gear, and the vehicle lunged forward. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated he heard a loud roaring sound coming from the engine as if the engine was sucking air. The contact shifted to neutral (N) and revved the engine, and the vehicle seemed to operate normally however, the several unknown warning lights remained illuminated. The contact pulled off the road and attempted to open the hood when he noticed a flickering light coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact stepped back and noticed that there was an unknown fluid pouring from the vehicle. The contact stated that the A/C fan activated, and at that exact moment the vehicle had burst into flames. The contact stated that the Fire Department and the State Police a
Mileage: 60,000
Compare 2022CHEVROLET3500 to Similar Vehicles
NHTSA Investigations 2 Open
EA25007Engineering AnalysisOpen
Loss of motive power due to engine failure
PE23022Preliminary EvaluationClosed
Loss of Motive Power due to the Battery Energy Control Module
PE20016Preliminary EvaluationClosed
Electric Vehicle Battery Fires
EA20002Engineering AnalysisClosed
Outboard Front Seat Belt Anchor Cable Failure
PE20011Preliminary EvaluationClosed
Fuel Line Leak
Frequently Asked Questions
How many complaints does the 2022 CHEVROLET 3500 have?▼
The 2022 CHEVROLET 3500 has 4 NHTSA complaints, 0 crashes, 2 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 CHEVROLET 3500?▼
The most-complained component for the 2022 CHEVROLET 3500 is POWER TRAIN with 2 complaints. Other frequently reported areas include ENGINE and ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Is the 2022 CHEVROLET 3500 safe to buy?▼
Review the complaint history, crash and fire reports, safety ratings, and recall status on this page to make an informed decision. No NHTSA crash test rating is available for this model year. Compare with other model years using the links above.
Where does this data come from?▼
All complaint, recall, and safety rating data is sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are filed by vehicle owners through NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation.
Vehicle Safety Guides
Data as of 2025. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) complaints database, NHTSA recall campaign API, NHTSA NCAP crash-test ratings, and NHTSA FARS for fatality cross-reference.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.