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Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD

Model years 2018–2027

The Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is a heavy-duty pickup truck nameplate from Chevrolet, designed for commercial work, towing and hauling. Across its model years, cab and bed choices, engines, drivetrains, payload, towing ratings and equipment can vary substantially. Shoppers should compare the exact year and trim because specifications, features, recalls, known problems and ownership costs can change over time.

Latest Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Coverage

The newest reporting across every Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD topic.

Ford 6.7L Power Stroke V8 turbo-diesel engine, shown for context.

New 8.0L Ford Power Stroke Diesel Coming by 2029 – Many New Clues Say Yes

Ford’s proposed pickup oil specification and EPA27 strengthen my prediction of a larger Power Stroke by 2029. Could the earlier…

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Chevrolet Silverado HD ZR2 diesel towing off-road vehicles

Will red-dyed diesel void your diesel truck’s warranty? It’s murky at best.

Could saving money on red-dyed diesel cost you a diesel truck warranty repair? A reader asked whether putting red fuel…

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2027 Chevrolet Silverado HD ZR2 on a rocky trail

2027 Silverado HD: 8.3L Diesel Option Costs $1,500 More, Truck Price Up to $3,000 Over 2026

The 2027 Silverado HD diesel price is climbing by more than the engine-option increase alone suggests. Chevrolet is adding $1,500…

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News

News across Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD model years.

Ford 6.7L Power Stroke V8 turbo-diesel engine, shown for context.

New 8.0L Ford Power Stroke Diesel Coming by 2029 – Many New Clues Say Yes

Ford’s proposed pickup oil specification and EPA27 strengthen my prediction of a larger Power Stroke by 2029. Could the earlier…

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2027 Chevrolet Silverado HD ZR2 on a rocky trail

2027 Silverado HD: 8.3L Diesel Option Costs $1,500 More, Truck Price Up to $3,000 Over 2026

The 2027 Silverado HD diesel price is climbing by more than the engine-option increase alone suggests. Chevrolet is adding $1,500…

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The 8.3L Duramax and exhaust aftertreatment hardware at GM’s powertrain event.

Two DEF Injectors: GM’s New 8.3L Duramax Emissions System Explained

Two DEF injectors. A redesigned exhaust system. Regeneration you can initiate while parked or driving. There is a lot more…

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Comparisons

Head-to-head comparisons featuring Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD.

How GM’s New 8.3L Duramax Stacks Up Against Ford and Ram

GM’s new 8.3L Duramax leads Ford and Ram in rated output. Compare all three HD diesels and see what the…

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Recalls

Recent safety campaigns and repair information.

2018-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500/2500/3500, GMC Sierra 1500/2500/3500 Recall: 2.7K Roof Rail Airbag Issue

A recall for 2,785 2018-2019 Silverado 1500/2500/3500 and GMC Sierra 1500/2500/3500 vehicles due to an issue with roof-rail airbags. General…

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2024 Chevy Silverado HD Recall

2020-2024 Chevy Silverado HD recall: Tailgates opening

There is a new 2020-2024 Chevy Silverado HD recall due to the power-unlatching tailgate failing. This affects GMC Sierra HD…

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Known Problems

Reported issues and known problems across Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD model years.

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2024-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Known Issues: Transmission Recalls, Valve Body Fails, Random Tailgate Opening, and Tech Annoyances

The first four years (2020-2023) of the current-generation Silverado heavy-duty knocked out a lot of initial problems for this new…

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Reliability & Engine Coverage

Engine reporting, engineer interviews and ownership coverage.

Chevrolet Silverado HD ZR2 diesel towing off-road vehicles

Will red-dyed diesel void your diesel truck’s warranty? It’s murky at best.

Could saving money on red-dyed diesel cost you a diesel truck warranty repair? A reader asked whether putting red fuel…

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The 8.3L Duramax and exhaust aftertreatment hardware at GM’s powertrain event.

Two DEF Injectors: GM’s New 8.3L Duramax Emissions System Explained

Two DEF injectors. A redesigned exhaust system. Regeneration you can initiate while parked or driving. There is a lot more…

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The updated 6.6-liter gas V8 on display at GM’s HD powertrain event.

2027 GM HD 6.6L gas V8: More power, better cooling and no dipstick

With all the attention on GM’s new 8.3L Duramax, I did not want the gas engine to get lost in…

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