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Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2000–2007 Parts

1st generation (GMT800) · 4.3L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl and more · RWD / 4WD

  • 71 common parts
  • 14 with factory part numbers
  • 40 recall campaigns
  • 9,818 NHTSA complaints
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Engine 6

Cooling 7

Fuel 4

Ignition 4

Brakes 10

Suspension 7

Steering 3

Electrical 6

Exhaust 5

Drivetrain 9

Body & Lighting 5

Filters & Maintenance 5

Icons are generic illustrations made for this site and do not show the exact part. Parts that depend on engine, drive or powertrain are marked using EPA data for this generation; confirm fitment with your VIN before ordering. Factory part numbers are shown as a reference when available; confirm the number with your old part or VIN before ordering. Price links search by part name and vehicle.

About the 2000–2007 Silverado 1500

Overview

The 1st generation (GMT800) Chevrolet Silverado 1500 covers the 2000–2007 model years in the US. Note: 2007 covers the Silverado Classic. The EPA lists 5 powertrains for this generation: 4.3L 6-cyl (2000–2007), 4.8L 8-cyl (2000–2007), 5.3L 8-cyl (2000–2007), 5.3L 8-cyl hybrid (2004–2007) and 6.0L 8-cyl (2003–2007). Drive types: RWD / 4WD. Transmissions: 4-speed automatic, 5-speed manual. Hybrid versions are marked in the parts list where parts differ.

The parts list above covers items commonly replaced on these vehicles, grouped by system.

Engines & specs
EngineYearsDriveTransmissionEPA MPG
4.3L 6-cyl2000–2007RWD / 4WD4-speed automatic, 5-speed manualRWD: 14–15 city / 18–21 hwy / 16–17 comb.
4WD: 13–14 city / 16–19 hwy / 14–16 comb.
4.8L 8-cyl2000–2007RWD / 4WD4-speed automatic, 5-speed manualRWD: 14–15 city / 18–19 hwy / 15–17 comb.
4WD: 12–14 city / 16–18 hwy / 14–15 comb.
5.3L 8-cyl2000–2007RWD / 4WD4-speed automaticRWD: 13–14 city / 17–19 hwy / 15–16 comb.
4WD: 12–14 city / 16–18 hwy / 14–15 comb.
5.3L 8-cyl hybrid2004–2007RWD / 4WD4-speed automaticRWD: 16 city / 19 hwy / 17 comb.
4WD: 15 city / 17–18 hwy / 16 comb.
6.0L 8-cyl2003–2007RWD / 4WD4-speed automaticRWD: 13 city / 16–18 hwy / 14–15 comb.
4WD: 12–13 city / 15–16 hwy / 13–14 comb.

Flex-fuel (E85) versions are listed by the EPA for 2003–2007. Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov vehicle data.

Common problems reported to NHTSA
Mention in complaint2000–022003–052006–07
Brake problems2,364 / 4,4821,484 / 3,760383 / 1,576
Rust or corrosion954 / 4,482950 / 3,760232 / 1,576
Airbag warning or airbags194 / 4,482188 / 3,760537 / 1,576
Steering problems271 / 4,482373 / 3,76087 / 1,576
Transmission problems241 / 4,482169 / 3,76054 / 1,576
Air conditioning or heater42 / 4,482145 / 3,76062 / 1,576
Electrical or battery problems49 / 4,482108 / 3,76063 / 1,576

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA (9,818 for 2000–2007), counted by words in the complaint text. One complaint can mention several issues; the second number is all complaints for those years.

YearRecallsComplaintsTop components in complaints
2000201,919Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip, Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2001151,344Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip, Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2002151,219Service Brakes, Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2003131,500Service Brakes, Electrical System: Instrument Cluster / Panel, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2004151,419Service Brakes, Electrical System: Instrument Cluster / Panel, Electrical System
200514841Electrical System, Service Brakes, Electrical System: Instrument Cluster / Panel
200610544Service Brakes, Electrical System, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
200761,032Air Bags, Electrical System, Unknown Or Other

Source: NHTSA (U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) recalls and complaints data, retrieved November 2026.

Recalls (40 campaigns)
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip (2000, NHTSA 00V055000)
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL DISC BRAKES.
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components, Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings (2000, NHTSA 00V345000)
    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES.
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components, Disc (2000, NHTSA 00X001000)
    THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT.
  • Air Bags: Frontal, Sensor / Control Module-Inactive (2000, NHTSA 02V178000)
    ON CERTAIN PICKUP AND UTILITY TRUCKS, SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN AIR BAG SENSING DIAGNOSTIC MODULE (SDM) WHICH CONTAINS AN ANOMALY THAT COULD RESULT IN THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER'S AIR BAG FAILING T…
  • Equipment (2000–2004, NHTSA 04E022000)
    AFTERMARKET PICKUP TRUCK OVER-THE-RAIL BEDLINERS MANUFACTURED FOR INSTALLATION ON 1999-2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO AND GMC SIERRA PICKUP TRUCKS.
  • Structure: Body, Tailgate (2000–2004, NHTSA 04V129000)
    ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE GALVANIZED STEEL TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLES THAT RETAIN THE TAILGATE IN THE FULL OPEN (HORIZONTAL) POSITION MAY CORRODE, WEAKEN, AND EVENTUALLY FRACTURE.
  • Power Train: Driveline, Driveshaft (2000, NHTSA 05V005000)
    SOME PICKUP TRUCKS, VANS, AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HYDRAULIC PUMP DRIVESHAFT THAT CAN FRACTURE, RESULTING IN IMMEDIATE LOSS OF HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING ASSIST.
  • Parking Brake (2000–2005, NHTSA 05V161000)
    ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS AND BUILT WITH EITHER PBR PARKING BRAKE SYSTEMS OR TRW PARKING BRAKE SYSTEMS, THE PARKING BRAKE FRICTION LININGS MAY WEAR TO AN EXTENT WHERE…
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip (2000–2002, NHTSA 05V379000)
    CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE UNWANTED ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) ACTIVATION.
  • Exterior Lighting (2000–2002, NHTSA 06E026000)
    CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2000–2002, NHTSA 06E042000)
    CERTAIN EAGLE EYES REPLACEMENT HEADLAMPS, MODEL NOS.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2000–2002, NHTSA 06E057000)
    CERTAIN MAXZONE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES, DEPO BRAND, P/NOS.
  • Exterior Lighting (2000–2006, NHTSA 06E060000)
    CERTAIN AAI MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LIST PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2000–2002, NHTSA 06E075000)
    CERTAIN GUIDE REPLACEMENT HEADLAMPS, P/NOS.
  • Structure: Body, Tailgate (2000, NHTSA 06V066000)
    CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS HAVE GALVANIZED-BRAIDED-STEEL TAILGATE SUPPORT CABLES USED TO SUPPORT THE TAILGATE IN THE FULL OPEN (HORIZONTAL) POSITION.
  • Equipment: Electrical (2000–2007, NHTSA 07E066000)
    CERTAIN CEQUENT 90 DEGREE 7-WAY RIGHT ANGLE ADAPTORS SOLD BY DISTRIBUTORS IN TOW PACKAGES FOR AFTERMARKET SALES TO TOW 5TH WHEEL RV TRAVEL TRAILERS.
  • Wheels: Hub (2000–2007, NHTSA 07E106000)
    CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2000–2007, NHTSA 08E050000)
    K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES.
  • Exterior Lighting (2000–2002, NHTSA 09E012000)
    SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2000–2002, NHTSA 09E025000)
    DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Engine And Engine Cooling (2001, NHTSA 07V521000)
    ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AN 8.1L V8 ENGINE, THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION CAN OPERATE INTERMITTENTLY OR FAIL COMPLETELY.
  • Fuel System, Other: Delivery (2002, NHTSA 03V435000)
    SOME 2WD AND 4WD PICKUP TRUCKS, CONVERTED TO EITHER DEDICATED OR BI-FUEL COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) FUEL USAGE, WERE ASSEMBLED WITH A THROTTLE CABLE THAT CAN CONTACT AND RUB THROUGH THE FLEXIBLE PRE…
  • Visibility: Windshield (2003, NHTSA 03V018000)
    CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2003–2004, NHTSA 04V045000)
    CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, PICKUP TRUCKS, AND PASSENGER VANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.
  • Seat Belts: Front, Anchorage (2003–2004, NHTSA 04V225000)
    CERTAIN EXTENDED AND REGULAR CAB PICKUP TRUCKS AND CARGO VANS CONVERTED TO COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.
  • Seat Belts: Rear / Other (2003–2005, NHTSA 05V163000)
    ON CERTAIN CREW CAB PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE 2ND ROW CENTER OCCUPANT SEAT BELT ROUTING MAY MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO POSITION THE LAP PORTION OF THE SAFETY BELT LOW AROUND THE HIPS OF …
  • Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2003–2006, NHTSA 06E023000)
    CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Exterior Lighting (2003–2006, NHTSA 06E064000)
    CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES.
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic (2004–2005, NHTSA 05V043000)
    CERTAIN TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND VANS EQUIPPED WITH BOSCH HYDRO-BOOST BRAKE ASSEMBLIES, THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE BOOSTER PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR MAY CRACK AND SEPARATE FROM THE HYDRO-BOOST ASSEMBLY…
  • Engine And Engine Cooling (2004–2006, NHTSA 06V289000)
    ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AN 8.1L V8 (RPO L8-VIN G) ENGINE HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL PULSE DAMPER RETAINER CLIP MAY FRACTURE RESULTING IN INADEQUATE RETENTION OF THE DAMPER.
  • Air Bags: Frontal (2004, NHTSA 06V417000)
    CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH CLOTH SEATS THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC AIR BAG PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM AND LATER REUPHOLSTERED WITH AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVER KITS ARE INVOLVED.
  • Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery, Hoses, Lines / Piping, And Fittings (2005, NHTSA 04V376000)
    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 5.3L (RPO L59) V8 ENGINES, THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL CROSSOVER TUBE RETAINER SCREWS WERE NOT MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY BREAK.
  • Steering: Gear Box, Shaft Sector (2005, NHTSA 05V018000)
    ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE BOLT THAT ATTACHES THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT TO THE STEERING GEAR MAY NOT MEET SPECIFICATION.
  • Power Train: Manual Transmission, Shift Pattern Indicator (2005, NHTSA 05V055000)
    CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.
  • Steering: Hydraulic Power Assist, Hose, Piping, And Connections (2005–2006, NHTSA 05V455000)
    CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A POWER STEERING HOSE THAT IS NOT TO SPECIFICATION.
  • Equipment: Other, Labels (2006, NHTSA 05V552000)
    CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.
  • Wheels: Rim (2006, NHTSA 06V307000)
    CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND TRUCKS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO.
  • Electrical System (2007, NHTSA 08V441000)
    GM IS RECALLING 857,735 MY 2006-2008 BUICK LUCERNE;
  • Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2007, NHTSA 21V050000)
    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL, and 2009-…
  • Air Bags: Frontal, Passenger Side (2007, NHTSA 21V052000)
    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500,…

Source: NHTSA. Check open recalls for your vehicle with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.