MODEL
Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500
NHTSA safety across every Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 we cover (2019 to 2019), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2019 at 77 on the NHTSA Safety Index. No recalls are on record across those years.
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is a full-size light-duty pickup truck aimed squarely at buyers who need a capable, work-ready hauler without stepping up to heavy-duty territory. Competing in one of the most fiercely contested segments in the American market, the Silverado LD 1500 targets contractors, families, and truck enthusiasts who want a versatile, everyday workhorse with broad powertrain and trim options.
At MotorCaliber, we evaluate safety through crash-test performance, recall history, and owner complaint data, and the 2019 Silverado 1500 delivers a mixed but largely adequate picture. Its NHTSA Safety Index lands at 77 out of 100, placing it in the Average band, which is honest and worth noting for a segment where buyers often assume bigger means safer. The star breakdown tells a more nuanced story: a strong 5-star side-impact result suggests genuine structural competence in lateral collisions, while 4-star frontal and rollover ratings leave room for improvement. Rollover risk is inherently elevated in tall-riding trucks, so that 4-star result is not surprising, but shoppers should be aware. On the recall front, the 2019 model year comes through clean with zero recalls recorded in our covered data, which is a meaningful positive. Owner complaints are a different conversation. The 822 total complaints represent a substantial volume, including 24 reported crashes, 5 fire-related allegations, and 13 reported injuries. These are unverified allegations, but the complaint volume is high enough that prospective buyers should search NHTSA's database for complaint categories relevant to their intended use. Bottom line: the 2019 Silverado 1500 is an average safety performer in a competitive segment, bolstered by a clean recall record but carrying a notable complaint load that warrants attention.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Silverado 1500 as a capable, well-rounded full-size pickup with strong towing credentials and a broad range of configurations. Most praise its ride comfort for the segment and its powertrain variety, though some note that interior quality and technology features in this generation trailed a few key rivals.
- The 2019 Silverado 1500 earned a 5-star side-impact rating but only 4 stars in frontal and rollover categories, landing it in NHTSA's Average band overall with a Safety Index of 77 out of 100.
- Zero recalls are recorded for the 2019 model year in our covered data, which is a genuine bright spot in the safety profile and worth factoring into your purchase decision.
- Owner complaints total 822 for this model year, a high volume that includes 24 reported crashes, 5 fire-related allegations, and 13 reported injuries. These are unverified allegations, but shoppers should review NHTSA's complaint database for specific system categories before buying.
- As a tall-riding full-size pickup, the Silverado 1500 carries an inherent rollover risk that the 4-star rollover rating reflects. Buyers should consider this in the context of their typical driving environment, particularly if highway driving at speed is a regular part of their routine.