2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 MPG
Across its 5 EPA-rated versions, the 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 returns 14–18 mpg city, 20–23 highway and 17–20 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 4.3-liter 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, at 20 mpg combined. At the other end, the 6.2-liter 8-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive manages 17 mpg combined, 3 mpg less. That is 2 mpg better than the best gasoline 2013 version (18 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverado C15 2WD | 4.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 23 | 20 | Gasoline or E85 · 449 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado C15 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | Gasoline or E85 · 476 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 4.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 22 | 19 | Gasoline or E85 · 475 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Gasoline or E85 · 490 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado K15 4WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 17 | Regular · 536 g CO₂/mi |
2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 costs about $3,270 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (20 mpg combined), or roughly 22 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (17 mpg combined) comes to about $3,840 a year, $580 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 specs
The EPA lists 3 engine choices for the 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500: 4.3 L 6-cyl, 5.3 L 8-cyl and 6.2 L 8-cyl. It came with an automatic transmission, in four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive versions. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Standard Pickup Trucks" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 L | 6 | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 5.3 L | 8 | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 6.2 L | 8 | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 1,436 owner complaints about the 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500.
Steering is the most-reported area (19% of component mentions), followed by electrical system (16%) and service brakes (12%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 110 complaints a year: more than the 2013 (21 a year) and the 2015 (92 a year).
That ranks 4th of 17 Chevy Silverado 1500 model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 1,436, 61 mention a crash, 18 a fire and 30 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 411 | 19% |
| Electrical system | 343 | 16% |
| Service brakes | 269 | 12% |
| Unknown or other | 197 | 9% |
| Engine | 191 | 9% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 161 | 7% |
| Power train | 154 | 7% |
| Structure | 90 | 4% |
| Seat belts | 49 | 2% |
| Air bags | 47 | 2% |
| Suspension | 47 | 2% |
| Exterior lighting | 40 | 2% |
| Seats | 29 | 1% |
| Visibility | 29 | 1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 27 | 1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 25 | 1% |
| Vehicle speed control | 23 | 1% |
| Wheels | 16 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 13 | <1% |
| Tires | 10 | <1% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 9 | <1% |
| Equipment | 7 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 6 | <1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 4 | <1% |
| Back over prevention | 3 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 2 | <1% |
| Diesel fuel system | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the EPS became inoperable. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V414000 (Steering); but the failure persisted. …
Everything on the dash flickered and during that the vehicle started losing light meaning headlights and emergency lights, shortly after it completely stopped without any power. We were on the side of the interstate and it was very scary. …
Almost had an accident in parking lot where my brakes were hard/spongy. I saw a recall for 2014 chevy silverado for brake booster pump but I was never informed of such recall at the time. …
2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 recalls
The 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 has been the subject of 6 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 21V245000 from April 2021, concerns seat belts.
Seat belts account for 3 of the 6 campaigns, more than any other area.
17V414000 · June 29, 2017 · Steering
Problem: The vehicles may have a temporary loss of electric power steering (EPS) assist, especially during low-speed turning maneuvers.
Risk: If EPS assist is lost and then returns, the driver might lose temporary control of the steering wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the EPS module software, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Silverado 1500 years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21V245000 | April 8, 2021 | Seat belts | 2014–2016 |
| 19V761000 | October 24, 2019 | Service brakes, Hydraulic service brakes, Electronic stability control (esc) | 2014–2018 |
| 19V645000 | September 6, 2019 | Hydraulic service brakes | 2014–2018 |
| 17V437000 | July 10, 2017 | Seat belts, Air bags | 2014–2017 |
| 16V651000 | September 8, 2016 | Seat belts, Air bags | 2014–2017 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 6 versions of the 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PU/RC RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/RC 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/EC RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/EC 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/CC RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Crash-test photos: NHTSA (public domain). NHTSA can reuse a test for later model years of the same design.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Chevy Silverado 1500s can be compared fairly. Among other 2014 models in the EPA's standard pickup trucks class, the 2014 Ford F-150 (19 mpg) and 2014 Ram 1500 (23 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 21 | 563 | 35 | 4 |
| 2012 | 21 | 216 | 14 | 2 |
| 2013 | 21 | 301 | 21 | 2 |
| 2014 | 20 | 1,436 | 110 | 6 |
| 2015 | 20 | 1,110 | 92 | 11 |
| 2016 | 20 | 797 | 72 | 12 |
| 2017 | 20 | 714 | 71 | 7 |
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FAQ
Is the 2014 Silverado 1500 a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 has 110 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (4th most of 17 model years), 6 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 20 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2014 Silverado 1500 problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are steering (411), electrical system (343) and service brakes (269). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2014 Silverado 1500 have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Silverado 1500 get?
The EPA rates the versions at 17–20 mpg combined (14–18 city, 20–23 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Silverado 1500 per year?
About $3,270 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $3,840 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).