2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: A/C stopped working
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2014 Silverado 1500 report: a/c stopped working. CarComplaints.com lists 80 owner complaints, average mileage 67,100 miles.
NHTSA has 156 owner complaints for the 2014 Silverado 1500 in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11696260 (filed 10/29/2025): “The air conditioner condenser has a small leak causing the refrigerant to leak out. this is a known problem with all gm silverado 2014-2017 and a recall needs to be issued. they are all leaking in the same place due to a faulty weld from the factory.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11623267 (filed 11/02/2024): “I have a couple issues, check trailer wiring light, heat from air conditioner,rusty frame undercarriage - really bad , plus rocker panels on both sides rusting out, is there a recall on issues with rusting of frame ? please help my truck only a 2014 plus had…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace condenser unit (24 reports) replace A/C compressor (12 reports) replace the condenser (7 reports) replace hose and add "upgrade" bracket (5 reports) replaced hose and added an "upgrade" bracket (4 reports) AC /. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Opening the A/C system requires refrigerant recovery equipment, and US EPA Section 609 certification is required to service vehicle A/C for compensation. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $950 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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