NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 Safety Record
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 3 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
For the 2023 model year, the Chevrolet Silverado 5500 presents a significant safety concern: an active recall campaign that instructs owners to park the vehicle outside and refrain from driving due to brake system issues. This is a critical directive for any vehicle, let alone one of this class. The Silverado 5500's record with the NHTSA is further characterized by a "Heavy" burden band for both recalls and owner complaints, with three specific complaints logged. Due to a lack of crash-test data, no star ratings or Safety Index score have been assigned to the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500. This absence of data means its crashworthiness cannot be assessed. However, the existing recall and complaint profile, particularly the severe nature of the active recall, requires serious consideration from anyone evaluating this model.
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, and has one active recall campaign on record 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 | 3 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500?
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden, a designation based on its federal safety record rather than crash-test results. Its single recall is particularly consequential, as it includes a park-outside or do-not-drive directive, the most serious consumer guidance NHTSA issues. This recall addresses brake pressure sensor concerns affecting a broad range of medium-duty Silverado variants. The three owner complaints independently report brake-related issues, aligning with the recall's scope. No crash-test data for this model year, or any adjacent year, are available to provide structural safety context. Owners of the 2023 Silverado 5500 should prioritize addressing the brake recall, and verify their VIN's open-recall status at nhtsa.gov before operating the vehicle.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 have any recalls?
The 2023 Silverado 5500 carries one recall campaign, covering the brake pressure switch or sensor in the hydraulic brake system. NHTSA has designated this a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, meaning owners are advised not to park the vehicle inside an enclosed structure until the remedy is applied. This recall spans certain 2019 through 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Medium Duty 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD vehicles.
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 5500?
Three owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The top alleged problem areas are Service Brakes, cited in two reports, followed by single allegations touching Hydraulic systems, the Engine, the Fuel and Propulsion System, and Air systems. All complaints are unverified consumer allegations and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA.
3 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500?
A brake-system recall remains open for some 2023 Silverado 5500 units, a crucial point for prospective buyers. Verifying a specific vehicle's recall status via its VIN on nhtsa.gov is essential before purchase.
- The 2023 Silverado 5500 has one recall campaign covering the brake pressure switch or sensor, and NHTSA has assigned it a park-outside or do-not-drive directive, the most urgent consumer advisory level.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested this model year, meaning no Safety Index or star ratings exist. That absence is not a safety verdict in either direction.
- Three complaints reported to NHTSA for this model year include two allegations specifically citing Service Brakes, which overlaps directly with the active recall subject matter.
- Prospective buyers and current owners should verify open-recall status for their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov, since recall completion history varies by individual vehicle.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 places
The 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 safety questions
Was the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 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 3 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500, 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 5500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 3 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 5500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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 5500 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.