The continuing shortage of semiconductor chips affects automakers in several ways. Most have built vehicles without some of the features consumers want, hoping the shortages will end. The 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 is one of these trucks. The chip shortage isn’t the whole story of what’s going on with this truck. Sit back, relax, and enjoy what’s going on with one of the most popular Chevy trucks ever.
Above: Wireless phone charging is back available for the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500
One of the features that Chevy decided to do without on the Silverado was wireless phone charging. This omission was a direct result of the chip shortage. GM authority tells us that starting November 21, 2022, new Silverado 1500 models will be able to enjoy this feature again.
Below: If your Silverado doesn’t have wireless phone charging, you’re out of luck
Unfortunately, if you already have one of these new Chevy trucks, you can’t add this feature. There is no update for models already on the road. The door is still open for this feature to be added to models that don’t have it in the future.
Which versions of the Chevy Silverado 1500 should have wireless phone charging?
This feature is normally optional for LT, RST and LT Trail Boss models. It is standard on ZR2, LTZ and High Country trim levels. If you drive a WT, Custom, or Custom Trail Boss, you won’t have wireless charging as a standard option or feature.
When wondering if the truck you see has this feature, look at the label. If the code K4C appears, that Chevy truck includes wireless phone charging. If the code is 00C, the function will not charge your phone wirelessly on this truck.
Above: Are there other features that Chevy left out of trucks due to chip shortages?
Some 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 trucks were built with power outlets and the hardware for Super Cruise, but both features did not work. Now that the chip shortage restriction has been resolved, consumers should be able to activate these features soon.
Below: Your Chevy Silverado’s daytime running lights may not turn off
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) are a fantastic invention. These lights make it easier for oncoming drivers to see your vehicle during the day. While this is a great safety feature, the DRLs are supposed to be disabled when the headlights are activated. Some GM models, including the 2022 and 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 pickup trucks, have DRLs that do not deactivate.
GM has issued a product recall for this problem which does not meet the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. With your lights still on, oncoming drivers could experience unnecessary staring, increasing the chance of a crash.
GM will contact consumers of impacted vehicles and certified technicians will update the Body Control Module software at the dealership or via an over-the-air update at no cost to the consumer.
What GM vehicles are affected?
The list of affected vehicles includes:
- 2021-2023 Buick Envision
- 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4
- 2020-2023 Cadillac CT5
- 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV
- 2022-2023 Chevy Silverado 1500
- 2022-2023 Chevy Suburban
- 2022-2023 Chevy Tahoe
- 2022-2023 GMC Sierra 1500
- 2022-2023 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL
The total number of affected vehicles is 740,108 in the United States and 85,685 in Canada.
Neither: How much will the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 cost?
Every year, the prices of vehicles increase. The 2023 Silverado receives some of the smallest price increases in the industry. The price increases for each model of this Chevy pickup are:
- WEIGHT – $800
- Custom – $1,100
- Custom Trail Boss: $1,400
- LT – $1,400
- FIRST – $1,500
- Track Boss LT – $1,800
- LTZ – $1,600
- High Country – $1,400
While we don’t like paying more, these price increases are pretty modest for a full-size truck.
Now that the time for history is over; You can learn more about the 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 in the video below or check out the ZR2 off-road version of the Silverado.