NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Safety Record
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 42 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA. Consequently, there are no federal star ratings for this model year, nor can our publication assign it a Safety Index score. The available federal data show a light burden of one recall campaign and 42 owner complaints logged with NHTSA. This limited record provides neither a safety endorsement nor a warning.
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall campaign, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 42 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
The 2023 Silverado 2500 has a Light recall and complaint burden, with one recall and a complaint volume at the lower end of its class. The sole recall addresses the power tailgate latch mechanism, a part common to multiple GM heavy-duty models and model years. NHTSA's record shows 42 owner complaints; 30 of these are in the powertrain and electrical system categories. No federal Safety Index score is available for the 2023 model year; while the 2024, 2025, and 2026 Silverado 2500 models have published scores, these do not apply to the 2023 iteration.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 have any recalls?
The 2023 Silverado 2500 carries one recall, covering latches, locks, and linkages specifically the power tailgate latch. The campaign spans a broad multi-year and multi-model range that includes this truck. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive directive tied to this campaign based on the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH24V060000
Risk: An unlatched tailgate may open while driving and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
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 notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232426400.
Reported 2024-02-01
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
NHTSA has logged 42 owner complaints against the 2023 Silverado 2500. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the powertrain and electrical system, each accounting for 15 reported complaints, followed by the engine at 7. Reported allegations also include 2 fire-related incidents and 1 injury claim.
42 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
A significant concern for the 2023 Silverado 2500 is the open recall regarding the tailgate latch. Prospective buyers of this model year should verify a specific truck's VIN on nhtsa.gov to confirm whether this recall has been addressed. An open recall represents a manufacturer's obligation to remedy the issue without charge and a seller's obligation to disclose its existence.
- The 2023 Silverado 2500 has no NHTSA crash-test score or star rating; NHTSA did not test this specific model year, so no Safety Index exists for it.
- One recall affects this model year, targeting the power tailgate latch and spanning a broad range of 2020 to 2024 GM heavy-duty trucks; owners should verify remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- Of the 42 unverified owner complaints on file with NHTSA, 30 allege issues in the powertrain or electrical system, making those the two dominant reported concern areas for this model year.
- Tested sibling years, specifically the 2024, 2025, and 2026 Silverado 2500, do carry NHTSA Safety Index scores and can serve as reference points, but their results apply only to those tested model years and not to the 2023.
FAQ2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 safety questions
Was the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 42 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 42 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 2023.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- 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.