2007 Chevrolet Silverado
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2007 models.

- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Body styles
- Classic 1500 Crew Cab S/Box, Classic 1500 Crew Cab S/Box 4X4, Classic 1500 Ext Cab L/Box, Classic 1500 Ext Cab L/Box 4X4
- Engines
- 4.3L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.0L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, Hybrid, FFV, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 17 combined · 16 city / 21 hwy
- Length
- 224.8–243.7 in
- Curb weight
- 4,365–5,285 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 6 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Many owner complaints835 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 31 for similar models — most often about the air bags.
- 6 recallsMore than similar models (about 2). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 10 similar 2007 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is a standard pickup truck offered with 4 engines (4.3L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl and 6.0L 8-cyl), including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 225 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 144-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,987 lb (Classic 1500 Crew Cab S/Box).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway), 1% better than the 2007 standard pickup truck average of 16.8 MPG, for an estimated $3,950 a year in fuel.
It has 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 835 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2007
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2006 Silverado — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2006; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2006 Silverado →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Built in: Oshawa Truck, Ontario · Flint, Michigan
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2007 Silverado configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Classic 1500 Crew Cab S/Box | 224.8 in | 79.5 in | 71.3 in | 143.7 in | 65 / 66.1 in | 4,987 lb | 60/40 |
| Classic 1500 Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 | 224.8 in | 79.5 in | 76.4 in | 143.7 in | 65 / 66.1 in | 5,285 lb | 60/40 |
| Classic 1500 Ext Cab L/Box | 243.7 in | 79.5 in | 71.3 in | 157.5 in | 65 / 66.1 in | 4,643 lb | 60/40 |
| Classic 1500 Ext Cab L/Box 4X4 | 243.7 in | 79.5 in | 76.4 in | 157.5 in | 65 / 66.1 in | 4,941 lb | 60/40 |
| Classic 1500 Ext Cab M/Box | 224.8 in | 79.5 in | 71.3 in | 143.7 in | 65 / 66.1 in | 4,365 lb | 60/40 |
| Classic 1500 Ext Cab M/Box 4X4 | 224.8 in | 79.5 in | 76.4 in | 143.7 in | 65 / 66.1 in | 4,742 lb | 60/40 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverado Classic 1500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | +1% | $3,950 | 523 |
| Silverado Classic 1500 2WD | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | +1% | $3,950 | 523 |
| Silverado Classic 15 Hybrid 2WD Hybrid | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 19 / 17 | +1% | $3,950 | 523 |
| Silverado C15 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | +1% | $3,950 | 523 |
| Silverado C15 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | +1% | $3,950 | 523 |
| Silverado Classic 1500 2WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -5% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Silverado Classic 1500 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -5% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Silverado Classic 1500 4WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | +4% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Silverado Classic 15 Hybrid 4WD Hybrid | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 18 / 16 | +4% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Silverado Classic 1500 2WD FFV | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -5% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Silverado C15 2WD | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -5% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 16 | +4% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | +4% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Silverado C15 2WD FFV | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -5% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Silverado K15 4WD FFV | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 16 | +4% | $4,200 | 555 |
| Silverado Classic 1500 2WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 15 | -11% | $5,500 | 592 |
| Silverado Classic 1500 4WD | 4.3L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 17 / 15 | -3% | $4,450 | 592 |
| Silverado Classic 1500 4WD | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 15 | -3% | $4,450 | 592 |
| Silverado Classic 1500 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 18 / 15 | -3% | $4,450 | 592 |
| Silverado Classic 1500 4WD FFV | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 15 | -3% | $4,450 | 592 |
| Silverado C15 2WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 18 / 15 | -11% | $4,450 | 592 |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 18 / 15 | -3% | $4,450 | 592 |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 15 | -3% | $4,450 | 592 |
| Silverado Classic 1500 4WD | 6.0L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 16 / 14 | -9% | $5,850 | 635 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2007 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2007 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (this car) | 17 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2007 Toyota Tundra | 17 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 14 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup | 16 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 17 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2007 Dodge Dakota Pickup | 17 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2007 Mitsubishi Raider Pickup | 17 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (6)
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Feb 5, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V052000 · 557,023 vehicles
- Problem
- 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, Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated passenger frontal inflators containing phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 23, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 20, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212328780.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Feb 5, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V050000 · 2,641,272 vehicles
- Problem
- 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 2009-2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and Sierra 3500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." These vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated passenger frontal inflators containing phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 22, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 1, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212328760.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Jan 10, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V011000 · 699 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with non-desiccated, passenger frontal air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the front passenger or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 11, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N192290990.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · May 28, 2015
NHTSA campaign 15V324000 · 330,198 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD trucks manufactured November 28, 2006, to August 29, 2008, and 2007-2008 GMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD trucks manufactured November 27, 2006, to August 29, 2008. The affected vehicles are equipped with a passenger side frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture upon its deployment.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on July 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's numbers for this recall are 15438 and 15817.
Electrical System · Jul 2, 2014
NHTSA campaign 14V407000 · 9,371 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500/3500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2007, to June 22, 2011, and GMC Sierra HD 2500/3500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2007, to June 21, 2011, and equipped with an auxiliary battery. Owners may unknowingly draw too much current through the vehicle's trailer harness resulting in the melting of fusible link for the auxiliary battery.
- Risk
- If the fusible link melts it may come into contact with adjacent components, damage the electrical center cover, the nearby wiring harness conduit and other vehicle components, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the jumper harness with one that includes a 40 amp inline fuse, and provide the owner with supplemental Owner Manual information, free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 14260.
Electrical System · Jun 4, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V240000 · 1,365,070 vehicles
- Problem
- GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 BUICK, LUCERNE; CADILLAC DTS; HUMMER H2; MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 BUICK ENCLAVE; CADILLAC CTS; MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; GMC ACADIA, SIERRA, YUKON, YUKON XL; SATURN OUTLOOK; AND MODEL YEAR 2009 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HEATED WASHER FLUID SYSTEM (HWFS). A RECALL WAS IMPLEMENTED IN 2008 TO ADD A FUSE TO THE CONTROL CIRCUIT HARNESS TO ADDRESS THE POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES OF A PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD (PCB) ELECTRICAL SHORT. HOWEVER, THERE HAVE BEEN NEW REPORTS OF THERMAL INCIDENTS ON HWFS MODULES AFTER THIS IMPROVEMENT WAS INSTALLED. THESE INCIDENTS RESULTED FROM A NEW FAILURE MODE ATTRIBUTED TO THE DEVICE'S THERMAL PROTECTION FEATURE. THE SIGNIFICANCE VARIES FROM MINOR DISTORTION TO CONSIDERABLE MELTING OF THE PLASTIC AROUND THE HWFS FLUID CHAMBER.
- Risk
- IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE HEATED WASHER MODULE TO IGNITE AND A FIRE MAY OCCUR.
- Fix
- DEALERS WILL PERMANENTLY DISABLE AND REMOVE THE HEATED WASHER FLUID MODULE. AN UPDATED PAGE FOR THE OWNER MANUAL WILL BE PROVIDED AND INSERTED IN THE OWNER MANUAL TO DOCUMENT THAT THE FEATURE HAS BEEN PERMANENTLY DISABLED AND REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, SATURN AT 1-800-972-8876, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 AND HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Not every 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2007 Chevrolet Silverado buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 561 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Electrical System — 51 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Service Brakes — 46 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 95,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Silverado years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Silverado | 25 | 241.3 in | Not rated | 7 | 147 |
| 2025 Silverado | 26 | 233.1 in | Not rated | 4 | 164 |
| 2024 Silverado | 26 | 229.5 in | Not rated | 12 | 542 |
| 2023 Silverado | 26 | 229.5 in | Not rated | 5 | 458 |
| 2022 Silverado | 26 | 241.3 in | Not rated | 9 | 778 |
| 2021 Silverado | 27 | 241.3 in | Not rated | 12 | 984 |
| 2020 Silverado | 27 | 241.3 in | ★★★★★ | 18 | 902 |
| 2019 Silverado | 21 | 241.3 in | ★★★★★ | 20 | 1,196 |
| 2018 Silverado | 20 | 235.4 in | ★★★★★ | 12 | 598 |
| 2017 Silverado | 20 | 235.4 in | ★★★★★ | 12 | 906 |
| 2016 Silverado | 20 | 235.4 in | ★★★★★ | 15 | 979 |
| 2015 Silverado | 20 | 235.4 in | ★★★★★ | 24 | 1,418 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chevrolet. How we calculate this →