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Engine All engines 2.7L Turbo 5.3L V8 6.2L V8
Oil Filters Maintenance Fluids Parts Torque Value Costs Towing Recalls TSBs The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 takes 0W-20 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 8 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 15mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 25 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the ACDelco PF63, with 5 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 8 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
Data last verified: May 1, 2026
Quick DIY Tips for the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Torque your drain plug to 25 Nm (18 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (ACDelco PF63) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 0W-20 Full Synthetic as specified by Chevrolet — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
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Safety recalls8 20V684000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse vehicles and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The vehicles may have been manufactured with Continental tires that were overcured.
20V792000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500, 2021 Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe and GMC Yukon XL and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The seat belt brackets may not be secured to the seat frame in the front-row center seating position.
20V811000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.
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Technical Service Bulletins1039 All categories UNKNOWN OR OTHER ENGINE EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING EQUIPMENT POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TIRES VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS PARKING BRAKE POWER TRAIN STRUCTURE:BODY EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) WHEELS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR:CRITICAL FASTENERS AIR BAGS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL BACK OVER PREVENTION ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR STRUCTURE FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:KINETIC:CLUTCH EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE VISIBILITY SERVICE BRAKES STEERING TRAILER HITCHES BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE LANE DEPARTURE SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER SUSPENSION EXTERIOR LIGHTING VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:CONDENSOR/EVAPORATOR ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES SEATS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM COMMUNICATION: VEHICLE TO INFRASTRUCTURE VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:SENSORS EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:CONTROLS TIRES:SIDEWALL FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:STEERING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: OTHER POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:FILTER/SCREEN COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:ONBOARD (OBCM) POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:SEALS/GASKETS SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT COMMUNICATION: AUTO CRASH NOTIFICATION EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: AUTOMATIC STEERING EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AUX AUDIO JACK/PLUG SEAT BELTS EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:WIRELESS CHARGER/CRADLE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM VISIBILITY/WIPER
N252510321-02 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2025-09-05
Certain vehicles will receive a software update to add to the existing Check Engine Light a Driver Information Center (DIC) warning message if DTC P0016 sets. Dealers will reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM). Owners who have accepted applicable terms and conditions will have the opportunity to accept these software changes using wireless over-the-air (OTA) technology without having to bring their vehicle to a dealership. Alternatively, owners may have their vehicle serviced at a GM dealer to receive these software updates.
20NA083 ENGINE 2020-04-07
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to check the oil level for correct reading and oil pressure switch is in working order.
090089002R EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY 2020-04-30
This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before sold (prepping) to the customer.
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