Chevrolet trucks
Everything we hold on the Chevrolet pickup range — towing capacity by year and engine, bolt patterns, tire fitment, and what owners reported to NHTSA. 3 models covered.
The Chevrolet range at a glance
| Model | Segment | Max towing | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado | Mid-size pickup | — | 616 | 9 |
| Silverado 1500 | Half-ton pickup | 13,300 lb (2025) | 3,821 | 41 |
| Silverado 2500HD | Three-quarter-ton pickup | — | 551 | 30 |
Max towing is the highest rating across every model year we cover, for a properly equipped truck in its best towing configuration — your own truck's rating is on its door jamb. Complaint totals span 2019–2025.
Every Chevrolet page
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Half-ton pickup
Common questions
Which Chevrolet truck tows the most?
Of the Chevrolet trucks we cover, the Silverado 1500 carries the highest rating at 13,300 lb with the 6.2L EcoTec3 V8 (2025 model year), configured as Crew Cab 2WD, 3.23 axle, Max Trailering Package. Towing capacity depends far more on cab, bed, drivetrain and axle ratio than most buyers expect, so compare the exact configuration rather than the headline number.
How many complaints do Chevrolet trucks have?
Owners have filed 4,988 complaints with NHTSA across the Chevrolet trucks and model years we cover, alongside 80 recall campaigns. Complaint volume tracks how many trucks are on the road as much as how good they are, so it is only meaningful compared against the same model's other years — which is what each model page shows.
Do Chevrolet trucks share wheels?
Not reliably. Bolt pattern is set by platform, not by badge, and manufacturers change it between generations — so two Chevrolet trucks of the same age can differ, and a Chevrolet can share a pattern with a rival. Check the bolt pattern page for the specific truck and year before buying wheels.