Chevrolet Silverado 2500 2WD

19992002 · 6 configurations

Lowest
11
Average
13
Best
15

The Chevrolet Silverado 2500 2WD has been tested by the EPA across 6 different configurations spanning model years 1999 through 2002. Over this period, the Silverado 2500 2WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 11 MPG to 15 MPG, with an overall average of 13 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2002
11
2000
15
1999
15

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Silverado 2500 2WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 2WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Chevrolet Chevrolet C, K, R, V-series pickup/Silverado grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
2,651
Total Deaths
1,583

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
23.1%
Fire Occurrence
3.3%
Speeding Involved
17.7%
DUI Involved
23.2%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

83%
Front
11%
Side
5%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes211
Fatalities
130
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2022
Fatal Crashes240
Fatalities
149
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2021
Fatal Crashes260
Fatalities
168
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2020
Fatal Crashes255
Fatalities
146
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2019
Fatal Crashes241
Fatalities
147
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2018
Fatal Crashes278
Fatalities
164
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2017
Fatal Crashes308
Fatalities
184
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2016
Fatal Crashes295
Fatalities
153
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2015
Fatal Crashes297
Fatalities
175
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2014
Fatal Crashes266
Fatalities
167
Deaths/Crash
0.63

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2002
3
2000
5
1999
19
Critical
Moderate
Advisory