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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2024 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
3
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
51
Latest campaign
Nov 26, 2024

Recall summary by component3

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Latches/locks/linkages2Nov 26, 2024
Steering1Aug 3, 2023

Safety recalls3

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Nov 26, 2024Latest campaign
Nov 26, 202424V894000

Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate latch

An unlatched tailgate may open and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V894000
What's wrong
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra HD 2500, 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in Park.
Risk
An unlatched tailgate may open and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242469160. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA Recall 24V-060.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V894000 · Nov 26, 2024
Feb 1, 202424V060000

Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate latch

An unlatched tailgate may open while driving and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V060000
What's wrong
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in park.
Risk
An unlatched tailgate may open while driving and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232426400.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V060000 · Feb 1, 2024
Aug 3, 202323V549000

Steering

A steering arm that disconnects may result in a total loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 23V549000
What's wrong
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 vehicles. The steering gear shaft may fracture and disconnect from the steering arm.
Risk
A steering arm that disconnects may result in a total loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gear, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232414720.
Campaign
NHTSA 23V549000 · Aug 3, 2023
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component51

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
51Complaints filed
2Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
1Injuries reported · 2 deaths
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Electrical system1937001
Power train1529100
Service brakes1224000
Unknown or other612000
Engine36000
Fuel/propulsion system36000
Structure36100
Tires24000
Lane departure24000
Exterior lighting24000
Suspension24000
Steering24000
Forward collision avoidance12000
Fuel system12000
Diesel12000

1 more component with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Tires

    “While towing a 24-foot Spartan enclosed racing trailer carrying a Bandolero race car and related equipment on [XXX], I began to feel a slight vibration from the vehicle or trailer.”

    Filed 10/06/2026 · ODI 11769307
  • Tires

    “LT235/80R17 I had the inside dual tire separate and blow out causing damage to my vehicle I was pulling a trailer on interstate and took a bit to find a place to safely get off highway I contacted kenda per my tire shop…”

    Filed 10/03/2026 · ODI 11768651
  • Power train

    “The Engine Cooler has a know defect that GM has put out service bulletins for. The engine cooler is cracking, mixing oil and antifreeze that is creating a sludge that runs thru the entire system.”

    Filed 09/08/2026 · ODI 11762702

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2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have?

NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The most recent, 24V894000 (reported November 26, 2024), concerns latches/locks/linkages. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recalls for?

The largest group is latches/locks/linkages, with 2 campaigns. Others: steering (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 19 complaints out of 51 filed with NHTSA (37%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Chevrolet dealer.

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