2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Factory Warranty & Recalls – All Coverage & Exceptions

This articles writing was assisted by Claude AI

Below is a summary of your 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 warranty coverage and how long your coverage lasts. At the bottom of this article is the full 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 warranty PDF, if you wish to explore further.

Warranty durations listed below are in terms of the vehicle’s mileage or age. If a type of coverage is valid for three years or 36,000 miles, coverage lasts until the vehicle reaches 36,000 miles or until it’s three years old, whichever occurs first.

For more information about Auto Warranties, you can check out this directory containing everything you need to know about Auto Warranties arranged by system.

If you need more detailed information about the warranties covered in this article, you can find the link to the original factory warranty PDF towards the end of this article. Alternatively, you can review the frequently asked questions (FAQs) section at the very bottom of the article which provides more warranty details. Please refer to the warranty PDF link if you would like to view the complete and official warranty terms from Chevrolet.

2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Factory Warranty

Given the 2010 model year, the following warranties have expired:

• Basic warranty (3 years/36,000 miles) – Expired in 2013 based on the 3-year time limit being reached first.
• Battery warranty (3 years/36,000 miles; 12 months if consumable battery) – The consumable battery portion expired in 2011 based on the 12-month limit. The remainder expired in 2013 based on the 3-year time limit being reached first.
• Federal emissions for gasoline vehicles (2 years/24,000 miles) – Expired in 2012 based on the 2-year time limit being reached first.
• California emissions for gasoline vehicles (3 years/50,000 miles) – Expired in 2013 based on the 3-year time limit being reached first.
• Powertrain (5 years/100,000 miles) – Expired in 2015 based on the 5-year time limit being reached first.
• Corrosion perforation (6 years/100,000 miles) – Expired in 2016 based on the 6-year time limit being reached first.
• California emissions for diesel vehicles (5 years/50,000 miles) – Expired in 2015 based on the 6-year time limit being reached first.

If you are confused about what each of the warranties covers, I recommend checking out our article “The Ultimate Guide to Car Warranties.” This guide explains in detail the different warranties that are part of the factory warranty provided by the manufacturer. The basic, powertrain, corrosion perforation, air conditioning, paint, battery, tire, federal emissions, and California emissions warranties are all components of the factory warranty offered on new vehicles. 

Our article outlines what each warranty covers, the duration, and what is not covered. Reading through the guide will help clarify the scope and limitations of each warranty. With this knowledge, you can better understand your rights as a vehicle owner and how to get covered repairs under the factory warranty. I encourage you to take a look at the guide if you want more details on factory warranties.

Basic Warranty

The New Vehicle Limited Warranty, also known as the basic warranty, does not cover damage caused by accidents, misuse, alterations, lack of maintenance, or environmental conditions. It also does not cover normal wear items like brake pads, wiper blades, or tires. This basic warranty expired in 2013 or at 36,000 miles, whichever occurred first, based on the 2010 model year of this vehicle. 

Since this vehicle is now over 3 years old, the basic warranty has expired due to exceeding the time and mileage limits. Any repairs needed on this 2010 vehicle would not be covered under the basic warranty that came with the vehicle when new. The owner would need to rely on extended service contracts purchased separately if additional repair coverage is desired beyond the original basic warranty period.

Powertrain Warranty

The powertrain warranty covers repairs to the engine, transmission, drive systems, and other components that generate and transmit power. This includes the engine block, cylinder heads, timing gears, internally lubricated parts, oil pump, water pump, fuel pump, harmonic balancer, engine mounts, and more. The transmission/transaxle coverage includes the torque converter, transmission mounts, internal parts, transfer case, drive axles, CV joints, propeller shafts, and universal joints. 

Based on the 2010 model year of this vehicle, the 5-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty expired in 2015.

Corrosion Perforation Warranty

The rust perforation limited warranty covers sheet metal panels against rust-through, such as an actual hole rusted through the panel, for 6 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. It covers any body sheet metal panels that rust due to defects in materials or workmanship. Cosmetic or surface rust is not covered, only rust-through of the metal panels. Based on the 2010 model year of this vehicle, the 6-year/100,000-mile rust perforation limited warranty expired in 2016.

Air Conditioning Warranty

The air conditioning warranty covers the A/C compressor, condenser, evaporator, receiver dryer, blower motor, compressor clutch and pulley, and A/C lines and hoses. It is covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, so it expires at 3 years/36,000 miles, whichever comes first. 

Based on the 2010 model year of this vehicle, the air conditioning warranty would have expired in 2013. Since it is now 2023, the 3-year/36,000-mile air conditioning warranty has expired based on both the time and mileage limits. Any air conditioning repairs needed on this vehicle would not be covered under the original factory air conditioning warranty.

Battery Warranty

The battery itself is covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for 3 years/36,000 miles, whichever comes first. However, the capacity loss of the battery is only covered for 12 months/12,000 miles. So while battery defects are covered for 3 years/36,000 miles, battery life/capacity is only warranted for 1 year/12,000 miles. 

Based on the 2010 model year of this vehicle, the battery defect warranty coverage expired in 2013 and the capacity coverage expired in 2011. Since it is now 2023, both the 3-year/36,000-mile battery defect coverage and 12-month/12,000-mile capacity coverage under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty have expired based on time and mileage limits. Any battery issues on this 2010 vehicle would not be covered.

Tire Warranty

The original tires are covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty against defects in materials or workmanship for 3 years/36,000 miles, whichever comes first. Damage from road hazards like punctures or cuts, improper wear from improper inflation or alignment, and normal tread wear are not covered. Only defects in the original tires themselves are covered. 

Based on the 2010 model year of this vehicle, the tire warranty coverage expired in 2013 at 3 years/36,000 miles. Any original tires from this vehicle would not have warranty coverage now since both the time and mileage limits have been exceeded.

Federal Emissions Warranty

The Federal Emissions Warranty covers repairs to emission control components such as the catalytic converter, engine control module, oxygen sensors, emission-related hoses and pipes, and other related parts. It covers defects for 2 years or 24,000 miles for most components, whichever comes first. However, the catalytic converter, engine control module, and onboard diagnostic device are covered for 8 years or 80,000 miles. 

Based on the 2010 model year of this vehicle, the 2 year/24,000 mile warranty expired in 2012, and the 8 year/80,000 mile warranty for major components expired in 2018. Since both mileage limits have passed, the Federal Emissions Warranty has expired and would not provide coverage on this 2010 vehicle.

The Clean Air Act

The Clean Air Act requires vehicle manufacturers to warranty emissions control systems for defects for certain time periods and mileages. For this 2010 Chevrolet vehicle, the emissions control system warranty covered defects for 2 years/24,000 miles on most components under the Federal Emission Control System Warranty. However, the catalytic converter, powertrain control module, and other major components listed in the warranty document were covered for 8 years/80,000 miles. 

This means that while the warranty for most emissions components expired in 2012 according to the limits specified in the Clean Air Act, the catalytic converter, powertrain control module, and other listed parts were covered until 80,000 miles, through 2018. So under the Clean Air Act’s required warranty, repairs or replacement of those defective emissions control system parts would have been covered through 2018, even though the warranty expired for most components in 2012. Since the current year is 2023, the emissions system warranty coverage has expired for all components on this 2010 Chevrolet vehicle.

California Emissions Warranty

The California Emissions Warranty requires vehicle manufacturers to cover defects in emissions control systems for certain time periods and mileages. For this 2010 Chevrolet vehicle, the California Emissions Warranty covered defects for 3 years/50,000 miles on most emission-related parts. It also covered defects for 7 years/70,000 miles on certain major components like the catalytic converter and engine control module.

This means repairs or replacement of defective emissions control system parts were covered under the California Emissions Warranty through 2013 for most components and through 2017 for the major components listed in the warranty document. The California Emissions Warranty did not cover maintenance items, damage from misuse, accidents, or modifications.

This vehicle’s California Emissions Warranty coverage expired in 2013 for most components and in 2017 for the listed major components, based on reaching the mileage limit before the year limit.

2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Recalls

The 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has been involved in several NHTSA recalls related to airbag inflators and seat covers. 

In February 2021, General Motors issued recalls 21V050000, 21V053000, and 21V054000 affecting 2010 Silverado 1500 trucks originally registered in certain states. These recalls were due to passenger frontal airbag inflators that may explode due to propellant degradation after long-term exposure to high heat and humidity. GM dealers will replace the airbag inflator module as the remedy.

Additionally, in September 2010 Marathon Seat Covers recalled certain aftermarket seat covers under NHTSA campaign 10E043000. These covers could interfere with side airbag deployment due to their heavier thread material. Marathon notified owners to have the seat covers replaced. 

Checking for any open NHTSA recalls and having them completed is important for all vehicle owners to maintain safety. The airbag recalls highlight that even older vehicles can have latent defects emerge over time. Owners should enter their VIN at NHTSA’s website or contact their dealer to check for the latest recall information. Staying informed and having open recalls fixed is crucial for 2010 Silverado 1500 owners.

Extended Warranties

Extended Warranty Available Upon Car Purchase

At the time of purchase, the manufacturer may have offered additional extended warranty coverage beyond the factory warranty. The best way to find out if you have an extended warranty is to check your original paperwork and documentation from when the vehicle was purchased. Any extended service contracts, sometimes called vehicle service contracts, should be indicated there. You can also contact your selling dealership and provide your VIN to have them look up if an extended warranty was purchased. 

If you still have uncertainty, GMC, Chevrolet, and Cadillac dealers can check the GM database using the VIN to see if an extended GM Protection Plan is on record. Extended warranties can provide additional protection beyond the expiration of the factory warranty in terms of time or mileage limits, whichever comes first. Checking your documentation and with the dealer are the best ways to confirm if you have extended coverage.

Extended Warranty Available Now

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2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Warranty Brochure/Booklet

If you want a more comprehensive look at the warranty coverage that has expired and what coverage may still be available, you can read {Make}’s warranty booklet. It provides detailed information about coverage, including exclusions.

Click here to download and read the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 warranty brochure.

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