NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Safety Ratings
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 scores 71 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 10 recalls, and 1,031 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
A defect record score of only 4 out of 20 significantly compromises the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500's overall safety standing. This weakness pulls the truck's NHTSA Safety Index down to 71 out of 100, placing it squarely in the Average band. While its crash-test results are strong, the vehicle presents a mixed picture that prospective buyers should carefully consider.
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 received a 5-out-of-5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 71 out of 100, according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ranks 108 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 71 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 19.1% |
| Recalls on file | 10 |
| Owner complaints | 1,031 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 108 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
The 2019 Silverado 1500, marking the first year of a full redesign, presents a mixed safety profile. A 5-star overall crash rating from NHTSA, including 5 stars in the side impact test, indicates robust occupant protection, contributing to a strong crash-protection sub-score of 61 out of 70. This performance anchors the truck's overall Safety Index score of 71 out of 100. However, the 2019 Silverado 1500's defect record significantly impacts its safety standing. Ten distinct recall campaigns were issued for this model year, resulting in a low defect record sub-score of 4 out of 20. Three of these recalls addressed tire issues, while another targeted seat belts across a broad production run of Silverado and Sierra trucks from 2019 to 2021. A separate recall concerned the driveshaft. The avoidance technology score of 6 out of 10 reflects that while electronic stability control was standard, forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems were offered only as options for this model year.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Silverado 1500 achieved an overall 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's safety ratings, with its side impact protection earning a perfect 5-star score. Frontal and rollover assessments each yielded 4 out of 5 stars. The rollover risk for this model was measured at 19 percent, with dynamic tip testing confirming a "No Tip" outcome.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13606
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have any recalls?
Yes, this model year carries 10 recall campaigns. Components addressed include tires, temporary or emergency spare tires, seat belts, and the driveshaft. The seat belt recall specifically covers 2019 to 2021 Silverado 1500 units. No data in our set designates a park-outside or do-not-drive directive, but buyers should verify remedy status by VIN before purchase.
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE21V985000
Risk: An ABS system that does not function properly can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will provide a new 17" spare tire and wheel assembly that is compatible with the accessory wheels, free of charge. Dealers will also apply a new spare tire information label, and provide owners with an owner's manual insert clarifying which spare tire to use with the accessory road tires and with the 17" original tires. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2022. Owners may co
Reported 2021-12-16
TIRES21V423000
Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212336230.
Reported 2021-06-03
TIRES21V115000
Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
Reported 2021-02-25
SEAT BELTS20V792000
Risk: If a seat-belt bracket is not secured, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the front-row center seat position, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect left-side and right-side front-row center seat-belt bracket attachments and reassemble it correctly as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 26, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202314670.
Reported 2020-12-17
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT20V650000
Risk: If the driveshaft separates, there may be a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N202314870.
Reported 2020-10-22
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST20V055000
Risk: A loss of electronic brake assist can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began February 24, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192268091.
Reported 2020-01-30
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT19V889000
Risk: If the driver operates the vehicle unaware that ESC and ABS are not functioning, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the EBCM, free of charge. The recall began February 4, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192268090.
Reported 2019-12-12
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES19V888000
Risk: An intermittent electrical connection between the B+ battery cable and the alternator could cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. The intermittent connection could also lead to electrical arcing, which could generate sufficient heat to damage surrounding material, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect for the presence of glue or other contamination at the B+ cable attachment to the alternator and clean the connection and reattach the B+ cable connection, as necessary. If arcing has damaged the cable, nut, or alternator, the dealer will replace the damaged components. All services will be performed free of charge. GM issued owners an interim notifi
Reported 2019-12-12
SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER19V814000
Risk: A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will close off the opening in the pretensioner bracket, free of charge. The recall began December 13, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N192270600.
Reported 2019-11-14
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE18V868000
Risk: In the event of a crash, an air bag that does not inflate properly can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on December 18, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N182198820.
Reported 2018-12-06
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
NHTSA has received 1,031 unverified owner allegations for this model year. The most frequently reported components are the engine with 344 reports and the powertrain with 308. These are consumer allegations only and have not been independently verified.
1,031 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
For the 2019 Silverado 1500, a substantial 10 recall campaigns have been issued. These address critical safety components including seat belts and driveshafts, necessitating careful review for any prospective owner. Verifying the completion of all recall remedies is an essential pre-purchase action for this model year.
- This model year carries 10 NHTSA recall campaigns, with a defect record sub-score of only 4 out of 20, the weakest component of its 71-point Safety Index.
- The seat belt recall issued in December 2020 covers 2019 through 2021 Silverado 1500 units, meaning used examples may still have an open remedy if the work was never performed.
- NHTSA logged 1,031 unverified owner complaint reports for this model year, with the engine and powertrain together accounting for more than 630 of those alleged issues.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning were optional rather than standard on this year's Silverado, contributing to an avoidance-tech sub-score of 6 out of 10 and distinguishing this year from later model years that standardized such features.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 places
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 safety questions
Was the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 71 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 19.1%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 10 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1,031 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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Rivals in Sedan (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Acura RLX Sport | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi Rs5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S4 | 98/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 60d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13606), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 108 of 119 in the Sedan class for 2019.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.