NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 Safety Ratings
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 scores 77 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 822 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD achieved a Safety Index of 77 out of 100, landing it in the Average band. Its strong crash-protection scores provided a solid foundation, yet this was significantly tempered by a near-zero score in avoidance technology and a substantial volume of owner complaints. The overall safety profile is reasonable but does not stand out among its peers.
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD received a 4-out-of-5-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 77 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 ranks 91 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 77 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 17.9% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 822 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 91 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500?
The 2019 Silverado 1500 LD achieves a 77 out of 100 Safety Index, defined by a notable disparity between its crash protection and active safety features. A strong crash-protection sub-score of 61 out of 70 is evident, supported by a 5-star side impact rating and consistent 4-star ratings in frontal crash and rollover tests. The vehicle presented an 18 percent rollover risk and a clean dynamic tip outcome. However, the vehicle's avoidance-tech sub-score, a mere 2 out of 10, highlights a significant limitation. It lacked forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems, with only electronic stability control listed as standard. This omission of active safety technology, increasingly common in 2019, directly impacts its overall Safety Index. The defect-record sub-score of 14 out of 20 reflects a mixed record. While the model had zero recalls, 822 owner complaints were reported. No prior-year Safety Index is available for comparison. The 2019 Silverado 1500 LD, therefore, demonstrates robust impact absorption but offers limited pre-crash intervention.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Silverado 1500 LD earned a perfect 5-star rating for side-impact protection from NHTSA. This strong performance underpins its 4-out-of-5-star overall safety rating. Frontal crash protection also rated 4 stars. The Silverado 1500 LD's rollover resistance tests resulted in a 4-star rating, with an 18 percent risk of rollover and a "No Tip" dynamic test outcome.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13109
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 have any recalls?
NHTSA records show zero recall campaigns on file for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD. There are no active park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this specific model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check directly through NHTSA, as recall status can be updated at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500?
Owners have filed 822 unverified complaints with NHTSA, including alleged reports of 24 crashes, 5 fires, and 13 injuries. The most frequently cited components in these unverified allegations are Power Train, Engine, Service Brakes, and Electrical System. These are consumer allegations only and have not been independently verified.
822 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500?
For shoppers considering this 7-year-old truck, the zero-recall count is a positive starting point, but a VIN-specific check through NHTSA's recall database remains essential, as campaigns can be added after a vehicle's model year. Confirm any previously issued remedies were completed before purchase.
- The 2019 Silverado 1500 LD achieved a perfect 5-star NHTSA side-impact rating, the single strongest result in its crash-test profile for this model year.
- NHTSA records show zero recall campaigns for this specific model year, an uncommon outcome for a high-volume truck that nonetheless requires ongoing VIN verification.
- The avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10 reflects the documented absence of forward collision warning and lane departure warning on this 2019 configuration, a meaningful gap that directly suppresses the overall Safety Index.
- NHTSA has logged 822 unverified owner complaints for this model year, with Power Train and Engine each accounting for more than 200 of those alleged reports, making them the dominant complaint categories by a wide margin.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 places
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 safety questions
Was the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 77 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 17.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 822 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Rivals in Sedan (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Acura RLX Sport | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi Rs5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S4 | 98/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 60d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13109), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Silverado Ld 1500 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 91 of 119 in the Sedan class for 2019.
- 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.