Short answer: no. The 2015 Chevy Silverado didn't come with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto from the factory. Chevy didn't add phone projection to the Silverado until the 2016 model year. If you're asking "does the 2015 Chevy Silverado have CarPlay" because you just bought one used, you can still get it on the screen your truck already has.
Why your 2015 Silverado doesn't have CarPlay
When Chevy announced CarPlay and Android Auto in mid-2015, it named 14 models for the 2016 model year, and the Silverado was one of them. Your 2015 truck was built before that rollout, so its MyLink system has no CarPlay icon and there's no dealer software update that adds one.
That leaves a lot of good trucks out of the party. The 2014–2015 Silverado is solid, and plenty of them have a nice 8-inch touchscreen that just never got phone projection.
How to check what your truck has
- Look at the screen. The upgrade needs the factory 8-inch MyLink touchscreen. If your truck has a basic radio or a small display, this kit isn't the right fit.
- Check the RPO sticker. Open the glove box and find the sticker with three-character option codes. The GCH kit is built for trucks with the IO5 8-inch radio.
- No "Projection" icon? Then you don't have CarPlay, even if the screen looks like a newer truck's.
How to add CarPlay to a 2015 Silverado
You've got two routes. You can pull the factory radio and put in an aftermarket head unit. That works, but it changes the look of your dash and can cost you factory features. Or you can upgrade the radio you've already got.
The GCH OEM Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Upgrade for 2014–2016 Chevy Silverado takes the second route. Here's what the listing says you get:
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on your factory 8-inch screen
- Brand-new OEM GM parts, programmed to your truck, with no dealer visit needed
- Harnessing, GPS antenna, instructions and installation videos where available
- Plug-and-play install, about an hour or less for most trucks
- Bose audio isn't required
The listing also notes that the factory NAV icon can be activated if you add the separate IO6 upgrade.
The kit lists fitment for Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500 from 2014 to 2016.
What about a 2016 Silverado?
Many 2016 Silverados with MyLink got CarPlay from the factory. If your 2016 already shows a Projection icon when you plug in your phone, you're set. If it doesn't, check your RPO codes and reach out to GCH before ordering.
Fitment depends on your exact radio and trim. Before you order, confirm your vehicle with GCH using your VIN or radio details.
FAQ
Can a dealer add CarPlay to my 2015 Silverado with a software update?
Not to the 2015 MyLink system. CarPlay came with the 2016 model-year rollout, so a 2015 needs upgraded hardware.
Will I keep my steering wheel controls and backup camera?
The upgrade uses the factory radio and screen, so the factory controls and setup stay in place. If you have a specific feature you're worried about, ask GCH before you buy.
Does this work for Android phones too?
Yes. The GCH upgrade adds both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Ready to add CarPlay?
If your 2015 Silverado has the 8-inch touchscreen, the factory-style CarPlay upgrade is the cleanest way to get Maps, music and messages on the screen you already have. Not sure about your radio? Send GCH your VIN and we'll help you confirm.