NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The Chevrolet Silverado 3500 is a heavy-duty full-size pickup aimed squarely at buyers who need serious towing and hauling capability. Sitting at the top of GM's Silverado lineup, this Class 3 workhorse serves contractors, fleet operators, and truck enthusiasts who demand maximum payload and truckbed utility. It competes directly with the Ford F-350 Super Duty and Ram 3500, and its sheer size and weight capacity define its identity.
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 7 recalls and 23 owner complaints on file, giving it a moderate recall and complaint burden.
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Reviewers generally find the Silverado 3500 to be a highly capable heavy-duty truck with a composed ride for its class and a well-structured, functional cabin. Driving dynamics are considered competitive with segment rivals, and the available powertrain options earn praise for real-world performance. Some reviewers note that interior refinement and materials quality trail lighter-duty truck alternatives in the same price range.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
AIR BAGS26V325000
Risk: A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262557310. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 21, 2026. This recall expan
Reported 2026-05-21
AIR BAGS26V166000
Risk: A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right-side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262549710. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026.
Reported 2026-03-19
AIR BAGS25V432000
Risk: A detached end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape and project the end cap or fragments of the inflator into the vehicle, increases the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2025. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252513060.
Reported 2025-06-26
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR24V756000
Risk: A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right side RRAB modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC Customer Service at 888-988-7267. GM's number for this recall is N242474500.
Reported 2024-10-10
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY23V047000
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and fuel pump module, replacing them as necessary. Dealers will also add a vent hose to the rear tank assembly. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter informing owners of the safety risk was mailed on March 15, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed June 21, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800
Reported 2023-02-02
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER21V496000
Risk: An electrical short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace engine block heaters and heater cords. Vehicles that have this feature disabled as a remedy to the safety condition will be contacted and offered replacement block heaters and heater cords under a separate customer satisfaction program, free of charge. GM will provide free replacement block heaters and cords under a separate customer satisfaction campaign. For vehicles previou
Reported 2021-07-01
ENGINE19V328000
Risk: A short-circuit may damage the engine components and increase the risk of fire.
Remedy: GM will contact owners, dealers will replace the engine block heater, free of charge. Additionally, in Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and 3500 vehicles, dealers will install a new rerouted heater cord. The recall began December 11, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N182206310.
Reported 2019-04-25
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
23 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.