2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 MPG
The 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 gets 13–23 mpg in the city and 16–31 on the highway (14–26 combined), across the 38 versions the EPA rated.
The most efficient pairs the 3.0-liter turbo 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, at 26 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 6.2-liter 8-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive and is rated 14 mpg combined. That is 1 mpg lower than the best gasoline 2021 version (27 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silverado 2WD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 | 31 | 26 | Diesel · 387 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 | 26 | 24 | Diesel · 427 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 22 | 26 | 23 | Diesel · 443 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 23 | 21 | Diesel · 479 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 22 | 20 | Regular · 441 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 22 | 20 | Regular · 441 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 21 | 18 | Regular · 505 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 21 | 18 | Regular · 502 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 20 | 18 | Regular · 486 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 20 | 18 | Regular · 489 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 21 | 18 | Regular · 489 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 21 | 18 | Regular · 484 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 20 | 18 | Regular · 506 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 18 | 17 | Regular · 522 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Regular · 522 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Premium · 529 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Regular · 521 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 17 | Regular · 526 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Cab Chassis 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 18 | 17 | Regular · 536 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 16 | Gasoline or E85 · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 19 | 16 | Regular · 545 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 18 | 16 | Gasoline or E85 · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | Premium · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 18 | 16 | Premium · 566 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 18 | 16 | Premium · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | Regular · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 | Regular · 556 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Cab Chassis 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 17 | 16 | Regular · 555 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 16 | 15 | Gasoline or E85 · 610 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 17 | 15 | Regular · 585 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Cab Chassis 2WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 17 | 15 | Regular · 583 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Cab Chassis 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 17 | 15 | Regular · 589 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 17 | 15 | Regular · 581 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado 4WD ZR2 | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 17 | 15 | Premium · 588 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 15 | Regular · 593 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 18 | 15 | Regular · 577 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Cab Chassis 4WD | 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 15 | Regular · 611 g CO₂/mi |
| Silverado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 14 | Premium · 619 g CO₂/mi |
2022 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 2022 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 (15 mpg combined) comes to about $4,360 a year, $1,090 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.
2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 specs
2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 buyers could choose between 4 engines, according to EPA records: 5.3 L 8-cyl, 6.2 L 8-cyl, 2.7 L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo. It came with an automatic transmission, in four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive versions. The EPA classes it as a standard pickup truck.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3 L | 8 | Automatic 8-spd; Automatic 10-spd; Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 23 |
| 6.2 L | 8 | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 6 |
| 2.7 L turbo | 4 | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 5 |
| 3.0 L turbo | 6 | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 4 |
2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 problems
Owners have filed 650 complaints about the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Engine is the most-reported area (28% of component mentions), followed by power train (20%) and electrical system (15%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 128 complaints a year: about as many as the 2021 (140 a year) and more than the 2023 (96 a year).
That ranks 3rd of 17 Chevy Silverado 1500 model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 650, 11 mention a crash, 6 a fire and 11 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 256 | 28% |
| Power train | 188 | 20% |
| Electrical system | 141 | 15% |
| Unknown or other | 60 | 6% |
| Service brakes | 54 | 6% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 43 | 5% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 33 | 4% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 25 | 3% |
| Lane departure | 17 | 2% |
| Back over prevention | 15 | 2% |
| Steering | 15 | 2% |
| Structure | 13 | 1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 12 | 1% |
| Vehicle speed control | 10 | 1% |
| Air bags | 8 | <1% |
| Suspension | 6 | <1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 6 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | <1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 4 | <1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 3 | <1% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 3 | <1% |
| Seat belts | 3 | <1% |
| Equipment | 2 | <1% |
| Wheels | 2 | <1% |
| Communication | 1 | <1% |
| Tires | 1 | <1% |
| Trailer hitches | 1 | <1% |
| Visibility | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
As I was driving, the vehicle threw a CEL and I saw the RPM’s fall. …
On September 24, 2026, my 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (5.3L V8, 10-speed automatic) suddenly stopped moving and the steering locked. The truck had to be towed to the Chevrolet dealer. This is a repeat failure. …
While driving at a low speed power steering failed. This happened on two separate occasions once while turning into a parking lot the other while doing a u turn. On both occasions I was almost in a crash. …
2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 recalls
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500.
The most recent, campaign 26V083000 from February 2026, concerns power train.
Exterior lighting accounts for 2 of the 6 campaigns, more than any other area.
22V873000 · November 23, 2022 · Air bags
Problem: The sensing diagnostic module (SDM) was left in manufacturing mode and not activated at the assembly plant prior to shipment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An SDM in manufacturing mode will not deploy the vehicle's air bags in a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Remedy: Dealers returned the vehicles to the GM assembly plant and the sensing diagnostic modules were activated.
22V463000 · June 30, 2022 · Exterior lighting
Problem: General Motors (GM) has decided that certain 2022 model year Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra vehicles equipped with an accessory sport bar. The accessory sport bar contains a high-mounted brake light that may not function.
Risk: An inoperative high-mounted brake light can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the installation of the accessory bar and provide the correct vehicle wiring, if necessary, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Silverado 1500 years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V083000 | February 12, 2026 | Power train | 2020–2022 |
| 25V274000 | April 24, 2025 | Engine and engine cooling | 2021–2024 |
| 24V797000 | October 24, 2024 | Power train | 2020–2022 |
| 22V903000 | December 8, 2022 | Exterior lighting | 2022–2023 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA crash-tested 6 versions of the 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500; the best overall score is 5 out of 5 stars.
| Version tested | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PU/RC 2WD | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/EC 2WD | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/CC 2WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/RC 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| PU/EC 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 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 2022 models in the EPA's standard pickup trucks class, the 2022 Ram 1500 (26 mpg) and 2022 Ford F-150 (22 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 21 | 1,096 | 136 | 10 |
| 2020 | 27 | 747 | 106 | 12 |
| 2021 | 27 | 848 | 140 | 8 |
| 2022 | 26 | 650 | 128 | 6 |
| 2023 | 26 | 389 | 96 | 3 |
| 2024 | 26 | 317 | 103 | 2 |
Every Chevy Silverado 1500 model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2022 Silverado 1500 a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 has 128 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (3rd most of 17 model years), 6 recall campaigns, a best overall crash rating of 5 stars and up to 26 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2022 Silverado 1500 problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are engine (256), power train (188) and electrical system (141). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2022 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 2022 Silverado 1500 get?
The EPA rates the versions at 14–26 mpg combined (13–23 city, 16–31 highway).
How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Silverado 1500 per year?
About $3,270 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $4,360 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).