NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Safety Ratings
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 scores 94 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), 4 recalls, and 135 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 95/100, positioning it within the Exceptional safety band. This strong overall assessment is bolstered by perfect scores in both crash protection and avoidance technology, indicating robust engineering in these critical areas. However, three active recall campaigns, while partially mitigated, do introduce a degree of concern, preventing a flawless safety record.
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 received a NHTSA Safety Index of 95/100, supported by NHTSA frontal and side crash-test scores of 5 out of 5 stars.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 91 Sedans from 2024 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 ranks 28 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 94 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 0% |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 135 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 28 of 91 Sedans tested for 2024 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 achieved an Exceptional 95/100 Safety Index, with perfect 70/70 scores in crash protection and 10/10 for avoidance technology. This strong performance is set against a defect record component of 14.5 out of a possible 20, influenced by three recall campaigns. The two recalls addressing the power tailgate latch system are particularly significant, affecting a broad range of HD trucks, with one campaign extending to 2020 models. More critically, a recall for the steering gear shaft directly impacts vehicle directional control. Owner complaints total 135, with 52 concerning the Electrical System and 38 for Service Brakes, adding detail to the defect profile. This model year demonstrates excellent crash-test results and robust safety technology, but its recall record requires attention from any prospective owner.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 perform in crash tests?
The 2024 Silverado 2500 achieved a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in both frontal and side crash tests from NHTSA. No overall or rollover ratings were assigned for this model year. A "not rated" designation from NHTSA indicates that these specific assessments were not conducted and should not be interpreted as an endorsement or deficiency.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19061
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. Three recall campaigns cover this model year. Two address tailgate latch failures on power-tailgate-equipped trucks, one spanning 2020-2024 models and a second specific to 2024 HD units. A third recall targets the steering gear shaft. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data provided, but all three campaigns warrant VIN verification.
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS26V530000
Risk: Driving with underinflated tires can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, update the engine control module (ECM) software, apply a tire label overlay, inflate tires to the correct pressure, and perform a tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) re-learn process as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782.
Reported 2026-08-13
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH24V894000
Risk: An unlatched tailgate may open 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 December 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 N242469160. This recall is an expansion of
Reported 2024-11-26
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
STEERING23V549000
Risk: A steering arm that disconnects may result in a total loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gear, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2023. 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 N232414720.
Reported 2023-08-03
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
Owners have filed 135 unverified allegations with NHTSA. The most frequently reported components are the Electrical System with 52 allegations, Service Brakes with 38, and Power Train with 35. Two alleged crashes and two alleged injuries appear in the dataset. All are unverified consumer reports, not established facts.
135 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
Three recall campaigns, for the tailgate latch and steering gear shaft, have been issued for this truck. Shoppers considering a two-year-old model should verify through NHTSA's VIN lookup tool that all necessary remedies have been completed by the prior owner and obtain written confirmation of the repairs.
- Two separate tailgate latch recall campaigns were issued for 2024 Silverado 2500 trucks equipped with power tailgates, one of which extends across the 2020-2024 model range, making remedy verification especially important on used examples.
- A steering gear shaft recall specific to 2024 Silverado 2500 and 3500 trucks represents a direct steering-system safety concern that should be confirmed as remedied via VIN check.
- NHTSA awarded this model year perfect 5-out-of-5 stars in both frontal and side crash tests, but overall and rollover ratings were not assigned, meaning those dimensions of crash protection were not evaluated.
- The 135 unverified owner complaints on file include 52 alleged Electrical System issues and 38 alleged Service Brake issues, the two largest complaint categories for this specific model year.
RANKINGSWhere the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 places
The 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 safety questions
Was the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 earned 5 out of 5 stars for frontal and 5 out of 5 stars for side. Its measured rollover risk is 0%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 135 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. 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.
Other Silverado 2500 years
Rivals in Sedan (2024)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Hyundai Elantra N | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 19061), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Silverado 2500 2024.
- 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 28 of 91 in the Sedan class for 2024.
- 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.