Buyer Research

2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 — Should You Buy One?

Typical asking price: $20,000–$31,000. There is 1 high-severity known issue you need to know before handing over a check.

Kestrel Take

A comfortable, capable half-ton with the proven 5.3L (or 6.2L) V8 and a smooth-riding chassis. The big watch-item is the 5.3L's AFM (cylinder deactivation) lifter/oil-consumption issue — listen for a tick and check oil use. Otherwise it's a durable, easy-to-own truck with strong parts support. A maintained Silverado is a great-value work-or-family hauler; verify the V8's health.

Known Issues for the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.

5.3L AFM lifter failure / oil consumptionHigh — wallet impact

Active Fuel Management can collapse lifters and cause oil use/misfires; listen for tick and check oil level. A common, costly repair.

Repair cost range: $1,500-$4,000 if affected

Transmission shift quality (8-speed on some)Low

Some 8-speed trucks report shudder tied to fluid; a flush/update helps.

Repair cost range: $200-$600

Electronics / infotainment quirksLow

Occasional MyLink and sensor faults.

Repair cost range: $100-$500

Tow/plow abuseMedium

Check for driveline wear, frame damage, and honest tow history.

Repair cost range: Varies

Walk-Away Red Flags

✗Lifter tick / misfire (AFM)
✗Oil consumption
✗Tow/plow abuse with no records
✗Transmission shudder

Good Signs

✓Quiet V8, steady oil
✓Documented service, honest tow history
✓Clean frame, one or two owners

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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.

Other Chevrolet Silverado 1500 years

2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

$18,000–$32,000

2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

$18,000–$28,000

2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

$26,000–$45,000

2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

$9,000–$16,000