NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500 Safety Record
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500 currently carries no federal crash-test ratings, as NHTSA has not evaluated this model. While this absence of data precludes a calculated Safety Index or star ratings, it is important to note that it does not inherently deem the vehicle safe or unsafe. The record does, however, indicate a Heavy burden band for both recalls and owner complaints. One active recall, specifically related to the brake system, requires owners to park the vehicle outside. To date, one owner complaint has been reported for this model year.
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA and carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, including one park-outside brake system recall, 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 | Heavy |
| Recalls on file | 1 (includes park-outside) |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500?
A "park outside" designation on a major recall is the most significant safety signal in the record for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500. This federal determination indicates that the brake pressure sensor issue poses enough risk that owners should not store the truck in an enclosed space until the repair is completed. This recall, affecting the brake hydraulic system, is the primary driver of the Heavy recall and complaint burden band assigned to this model year. The single owner complaint reported also aligns with the brake system category, reinforcing this component as the focal point of the 2023 safety record. No NHTSA crash-test data is available for this model year, nor do any sibling years provide supplementary crash context. The Heavy band label reflects the severity classification of this specific recall, not a high volume of incidents.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500 have any recalls?
The 2023 Silverado 4500 is covered by one recall targeting the service brake hydraulic system, specifically the brake pressure sensor or switch associated with the low brake fluid warning. NHTSA has assigned this campaign a park-outside or do-not-drive designation, meaning owners are advised not to garage the vehicle until the remedy is applied. This campaign spans multiple model years of Chevrolet Silverado Medium Duty trucks.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING:SWITCH/SENSOR/FLOAT25V390000
Risk: An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the brake pressure switch wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2025. Owners may contact GM customer assistance number at 1-866-467-9700. GM's number for this recall is N242482680. Vehicles in this recall that were previously repaired un
Reported 2025-06-12
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500?
One complaint has been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The alleged concern falls under the service brakes component, specifically the hydraulic subsystem. The single report involves no recorded crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. These are unverified consumer allegations and have not been established as confirmed defects.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500?
A significant recall concerning the brake system impacts the 2023 Silverado 4500. Prospective owners should verify that this recall has been addressed on any specific truck by checking the VIN on nhtsa.gov.
- The one recall on the 2023 Silverado 4500 targets the hydraulic brake pressure sensor or switch and carries a park-outside or do-not-drive designation, the most serious level of precautionary guidance NHTSA issues.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested this model year, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for the 2023 Silverado 4500.
- The single NHTSA complaint for this model year alleges a service brake hydraulic issue, consistent with the recall subject matter, and involves no reported crashes, injuries, or fatalities. It remains an unverified allegation.
- Prospective buyers or current owners should verify recall remedy status for their specific vehicle using the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov, as remedy completion varies by individual truck.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500 places
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500 safety questions
Was the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500 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 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500, including a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, which is the most serious class of recall. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 4500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Silverado 4500 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.