NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Safety Record
The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 12 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, meaning no star ratings or a computed Safety Index are available for this model year. The federal record shows a limited recall and complaint burden: a single recall campaign addresses the fuel pump control module, and owners have filed 12 complaints. While this data is not extensive, it does not suggest immediate safety concerns. The absence of comprehensive crash-test data should not be interpreted as an indicator of the vehicle's crashworthiness, positively or negatively.
The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 was not crash-tested by NHTSA and carries one recall campaign and a 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 | 12 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 carries a Light burden rating for recalls and complaints, positioning it at the lower end of federal report activity. Its single recall, shared with the 2026 model year and select GMC Sierra 3500 trucks, points to a specific production concern regarding the fuel pump control module. While the 12 owner complaints remain unverified, the Electrical System and Service Brakes are the most frequently cited categories. Of particular note, two of these complaints allege fire-related incidents. No crash-test data for the 2025 Silverado 3500 is available, nor are there results from sibling model years to provide context. The Light burden rating reflects only the volume of federal reports, not the vehicle's crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have any recalls?
The 2025 Silverado 3500 has one recall campaign targeting the fuel system, specifically the gasoline delivery fuel pump control and drive module. The campaign also covers certain 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 vehicles with gasoline engines. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive directive in the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status through the NHTSA VIN lookup.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE26V129000
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The vehicle's engine control module (ECM) will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262544420. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became
Reported 2026-03-05
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
Twelve complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, all unverified consumer allegations. The most frequently cited components are the Electrical System with four reports, the Power Train with three, and Service Brakes with three. Two reports allege fire-related concerns. No crashes, injuries, or deaths are recorded in this complaint set.
12 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
Any buyer considering a pre-owned 2025 Silverado 3500 should verify the status of the fuel pump module recall. Running the vehicle's VIN through the free recall lookup at nhtsa.gov will confirm if this issue has been remedied or remains open for that specific truck.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, meaning no star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this model year, and that absence is not a safety judgment.
- One recall covers the gasoline fuel pump control and drive module on certain 2025 Silverado 3500 trucks; owners should verify remedy status using their VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- Two of the 12 unverified consumer complaints reported to NHTSA for this model year allege fire-related concerns, a category that warrants close monitoring even when complaint volume is low.
- The Electrical System, Power Train, and Service Brakes are the three most frequently cited components in the complaint record for this model year, each appearing in multiple unverified reports.
FAQ2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 safety questions
Was the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 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 12 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 12 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. 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 3500 2025.
- 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.