Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 LCF 3500.
The 2023 Chevrolet LCF 3500 is a heavy‑duty pickup that continues the brand’s long‑standing reputation for rugged performance. In its most recent model year, the vehicle received a modest 15 owner complaints, with the power‑train issues ranking as the most common area of concern, and a single recall to address a specific component. This level of feedback places the 2023 LCF 3500 in the middle of its reliability trajectory, suggesting a stable but not exceptional record for this generation.
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine DOT 4 brake fluid.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Cylinder Head Instructions | Left side followed by the right side. |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Engine Valve Cover Bolts | 7.4 ft-lbs |
| 1 | 15.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 85° | 15 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 2 Bolts | 9 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Owner complaints about the 2023 Chevrolet LCF 3500 dominate in one area — the power train, 8 of 15 reports (53%), well ahead of the next concern. None of this vehicle's 1 recall campaigns target the power train, so those reports read as owner-reported wear-and-tear rather than an acknowledged defect. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the power train pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.
All 15 complaints on record, top 7 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short… Remedy: Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner…
Showing 5 of 732 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIT6532 | 2026-07-06 | Unknown Or Other | The purpose of this PI is to inform dealer technicians of a normal cab pressure relief… |
| PIT5544J | 2026-06-24 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates information on a hydraulic rush type noise from… |
| PIT5966F | 2026-06-23 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still… |
| PIT6523 | 2026-06-10 | Unknown Or Other | This PI provides diagnostic steps for dealer technicians to verify the condition and… |
| PIT6522 | 2026-06-10 | Unknown Or Other | This PI advises dealers that if the K160 Brake System Control Module sets DTC P0606 along… |
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NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.