2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 problems
The Chevrolet Silverado is a range of trucks manufactured by General Motors under the Chevrolet brand. Introduced for the 1999 model year, the Silverado is the successor to the long-running Chevrolet C/K model line. Taking its name from the top trim level from the Chevrolet C/K series, the Silverado is offered as a series of full-size pickup trucks, chassis cab trucks, and medium-duty trucks. The fourth generation of the model line was introduced for the 2019 model year.
The Chevrolet Silverado shares mechanical commonality with the identically related GMC Sierra; GMC ended the use of the C/K nomenclature a model generation prior to Chevrolet. In Mexico, high-trim level versions of the Silverado use the Chevrolet Cheyenne name (not to be confused with the 2003 concept). Competing against the Ford F-Series, Ram Pickup, Toyota Tundra, and Nissan Titan, the Silverado is among the best-selling vehicles in the United States, having sold over 12 million trucks since its introduction in 1998 as a 1999 model year.
History
The Silverado nameplate made its debut for the 1975 model year, becoming the top trim level on all Chevrolet C/K trucks, slotted above Custom Deluxe, Scottsdale, and Cheyenne. For the 1968 model year (seven years before the Silverado), GMC C/K trucks used variations of the Sierra name (Sierra, Sierra Classic, Sierra Grande, and High Sierra). Even after the C/K series officially ended, GM still uses the CK and the CC in their current model codes, to denote a two-wheel drive (CC), and four-wheel drive (CK).
For the 1988 GMT400 model architecture, Chevrolet retained the C/K model nomenclature, with GMC branding its full-size line as Sierras. While sharing the same body and chassis, the model chronology of the Silverado and Sierra are different, with five generations of the Sierra, while four of the Silverado.
In 2018, at the NTEA Work Truck Show in Indianapolis, Indiana, Chevrolet unveiled the first medium-duty Silverado, expanding the model line to a 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD chassis cab. Largely the successor to the 2003–2009 GMT560 chassis, the medium-duty trucks are exclusive to Chevrolet, with no plans for an equivalent GMC version. Instead, Navistar International (now partnering with GM) would sell the medium-duty trucks as a rebadged counterpart, called the CV. This is in fact a very similar nod to how the Avalanche did not have a GMC Yukon–based equivalent, but instead, Cadillac would take its place as the former's rebadged counterpart, the Escalade EXT.
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Common 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 problems
The Chevrolet Silverado 2500, like any vehicle, has its share of common problems reported by owners. Here are some of the issues based on the search results:
- Brake Problems: The 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has the most overall complaints, with the worst category being brakes problems. The most-reported problem for the 2001 model is with the brake lines not being protected, which can lead to costly repairs.
- Engine Control Module Problems: Some 2018 Silverados have experienced unexpected engine stalling and failures while driving due to defective ECM software. A software update has solved this issue for most owners, but it's essential to check if your vehicle is affected and if the update is available.
- Fuel Level Sensor Failure: This problem is common in the second-generation Silverado (2007-2013), which runs on the GMT900 platform. The fuel level sensor can fail, causing inaccurate fuel gauge readings. This issue typically occurs around the 100,000-mile mark.
- Seat Haptic Motor Failure: This issue affects the third generation of Silverado (2014-2018), especially the 2018 model. The seat haptic motor, which connects to sensors in the bumper, can fail, causing a driver service assist message to appear on the dashboard. This problem can affect the driver's ability to sense when getting too close to other vehicles or objects.
- Transmission and Driveshaft Problems: Many drivers have reported issues with the transmission and driveshaft in the 2019-2023 Silverado. These problems can cause the truck to lunge or jerk forward while shifting, shake or shudder while accelerating, or even lead to transmission failure. The 2018 model is especially prone to problems due to its eight-speed transmission.
- 4WD Sensor Failure and HVAC Problems: These issues affected the third generation of Silverado, especially the 2018 model. The 4WD sensor can fail, causing problems with the four-wheel-drive system. HVAC problems are also common, leading to issues with the vehicle's heating and cooling system.
It's essential to address these issues promptly to ensure the safety and reliability of your vehicle. Regular maintenance and inspections can help identify potential problems early, preventing more significant issues down the road. If you're experiencing any of these problems, consider taking your vehicle to a certified repair shop for a thorough inspection and necessary repairs.
Is a 2009 Chevy 2500HD a good truck?
Edmunds says
The 2009 Chevy Silverado 2500HD possesses the heavy-duty work truck capabilities required in this pickup class, but its refined cabin, comfy ride and reassuring handling make it a top choice.
What years of Chevy 2500HD to avoid?
Besides the 2004 and 2007 Silverado, we highly advise buyers to skip the 2000, 2001, 2003, 2005, and 2008 model years.
Is 2009 Chevy Silverado a good year?
In government crash tests, the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado earned top five-star ratings for its protection of all occupants in head-on and side-impact collisions.
Are Silverado 2500HD reliable?
We expect the 2024 Silverado 2500HD will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on the 2021 and 2022 models, plus the Chevrolet brand scores.
2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Silverado 2500 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Electrical system problems
- Structure problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
The NHTSA has received 137 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 vehicles.
2024-08-10
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-10
- VIN: 1GCHK53699F
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Been getting notification post cards about this airbag recall and called my dealer in June 2023 about getting the work done, and have not heard back from them to schedule anything. 11 months later I talked to them, and they say the part is hard to get, and they are waiting on the parts. Now I am 14 months past the time I called to schedule repairs and still no parts. I don't think this is being handled in a timely manner. Still driving around with a recalled airbag.
2023-08-07
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-03
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1GCHK63629F
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Our truck 7 pin female hitch plug caught fire and caught our trailer on fire. There is a recall for the 2009 Chevy 2500's but the recall is not on our VIN Number. We would like to report this just in case it is happening to other 2009 Chevy 2500 trucks. ,
2023-04-08
AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-08
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1GCHK49K39E
- Components: AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: i have a 2009 Chevy 2500 HD and my ABS, Stable Trac and air bag lights resently went on and i all the sudden lost brake power and found out that the Abs module and Harness were melted really bad. i have not reported it to anyone yet i dont know how to go about it .
2022-04-22
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-01
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the trailer brake warning message displayed. Additionally, while towing a trailer, the trailer brake erroneously activated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the trailer brake sensor was faulty. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
2022-01-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-02
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1GCHK44K99E
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, when an unknown warning light was illuminated. The contact called an independent mechanic who informed the wiring harness was melted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V407000 (Electrical System), however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000.
2021-10-28
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-08-16
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1gcec14x99z
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owned a 2009 Chevrolet SIlverado. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the contact drifted off the highway which caused his vehicle to flip over three times and land right side up. The contact was able to escape the vehicle without major injury. The air bags did not deploy during the crash. The authorities arrived at the scene and the contact was examined by paramedics. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent tow yard where it was destroyed. Later that evening, the contact went to the emergency room where he was treated for a broken left rib. The dealer nor the manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The contact received a recall notice for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V053000(AIR BAGS). The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000
2021-10-01
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-01
- VIN: 1GCEK29059Z
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for NHTSA campaign number 21V052000 (Air Bags) however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired for the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 105,139.
2021-08-12
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-01
- VIN: 1GCHK63689F
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2021-06-30
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-30
- VIN: 1GBHK44K29E
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Takata recall. The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign number: 21V053000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts are not available.
2021-06-22
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-01
- VIN: 1GCEK19CX9Z
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V053000(AIRBAGS); however, the parts for the repair were unavailable. The dealer had been notified about the recall; however, the contact was informed that the parts were not yet available. The manufacturer had been notified of the recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
2021-03-25
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-02-16
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GCHK63K39F
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THE DASH HAS CRACKED IN 4 DIFFERENT PLACES, TWO OF WHICH IS NEXT TO THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG. THE DASH CRACKED DURING A FRONT END COLLISION AT A STOP SIGN ON A FARM TO MARKET ROAD.
2021-02-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-20
- VIN: 1GCEK29J99Z
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: I HAVE HAD SEVERAL ELECTRICAL ISSUES AS WIRING HARNESS RUB THROUGH BEHIND THE LEFT CYLINDER HEAD,RIGHT SIDE OF DASHBOARD CRACKING ABOVE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG WHICH WAS REPORTED AND NOTHING DONE AS REPLIES ,I SEE THIS AS A DANGER TO ME AND PASSENGERS AS IT MAY BLOW UP AND HURT OR KILL OCCUPANTS AND ELECTRICAL ISSUES ARE A FIRE HAZARD AS PERSONAL SAFETY .
2020-12-26
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-26
- VIN: 1GCHK63639F
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WENT TO THE STORE AND SAW MY DASH HAD A CRACK IN IT. IT WAS IN MY DRIVEWAY LOCKED. NOBODY HAD ACCESS TO IT.
2020-12-10
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-19
- VIN: 1GCHK63K59F
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DASH IS CRACKING AROUND AIRBAG. MINE CRACKED JUST SITTING. THIS SEAMS TO BE AN ONGOING ISSUE WITHIN THE GM COMMUNITY. THESE DASHES ARE CRACKING AND COULD CAUSE SOMEONE TO BE INJURED SHOULD THE VEHICLE GET INTO AN IMPACT AND NOT ONLY THE AIRBAG DEPLOY BUT PLASTIC SHARDS PROJECT AHEAD OF THE AIRBAG.
2020-10-11
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-02
- VIN: 1GCHC49K69E
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: LOSS IN FUEL TANK PRESSURE. STRUCTURAL STRESSING CAUSING LEAKS AT TANK, FUEL PUMP MODULE CONNECTOR AND FUEL SUPPLY HOSE. DTC CODES P0446 / P0451. EVAP LEAK LOCATED IN TOP TANK PORT AND ASSOCIATED DIRECT CONNECTION SECONDARY CRACKING OF THE PLASTIC FUEL SUPPLY LINE AT TANK TOP. TANK CRACKED AT PORT. CRACKING DUE TO STRESS FROM NORMAL DRIVING VIBRATIONS AS THESE ARES ARE PROTECTED FROM ROAD HAZARDS.RESULTING GAS LEAK WILL COVER TANK AND METAL SHROUD. FIRE HAZARD FROM LEAKING GAS.
2020-08-17
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-30
- VIN: 1GCHK44K99F
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: PLASTIC DASH HAS CRACKED 1ST BY THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG, THEN THE MIDDLE, AND NOW THE DRIVER SIDE. I HAVE GLUED THE DASH TRYING TO STOP THE RATTLING. I FIRST NOTICED IT ABOUT A YEAR AGO , NOT SURE IF IT HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING OR STATIONARY. IT HAS REDUCED THE COSMETIC VALUE OF MY TRUCK, AND IF I GET IN A WRECK IT COULD POSSIBLY SEND SHARDS OF PLASTIC INTO EYES, AND OR BODY CAUSING BODILY HARM.
2020-07-27
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-03
- VIN: 1GCHC59KX9E
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. TRAPP CHEVROLET (200 S HOLLYWOOD RD, HOUMA, LA 70360, (985) 276-9922) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT YET AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2020-07-06
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-06
- VIN: 1GCHK49K09E
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED WATSON CHEVROLET (625 W AUTO MALL DR, TUCSON, AZ 85705; (520)777-9425) WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2020-05-31
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-06-10
- VIN: 1GCHK63609F
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: DASH AROUND THE AIR BAG AND IN FRONT OF INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STARTED CRACKING SHORTLY AFTER WARRANTEE WAS OUT. I CONTACTED CHEVROLET AND THEY SAID IT WAS BECAUSE OF THE SUN. I TOLD THEM I BOUGHT IT IN FLORIDA AND I'M SURE THE SUN DOESN'T SHINE THERE. WHAT AM I SUPPOSE TO DO KEEP IT IN THE GARAGE AND NEVER TAKE IT OUT. THEY OFFER ME 100.00 TOWARDS THE REPAIR. THAT WAS AN INSULT TO A CLEAR MANUFACTURES DEFECT. THE PLASTIC UPON A COLLISION COULD BECOME A FLYING PROJECTILE THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
2019-09-09
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-01
- VIN: 1GCHK49K89E
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. ALL AMERICAN CHEVROLET OF KILLEEN (1802 E CENTRAL TEXAS EXPY, KILLEEN, TX 76541, (254) 213-5397) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2019-01-20
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-22
- VIN: 1GCHK63639F
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: CRACK IN THE DASH NEXT TO THE PASSENGER AIRBAG. CONCERNS THAT IT MAY HAVE A NEGATIVE IMPACT TO THE PASSENGER AIRBAG AND SAFETY. APPEARS TO BE DUE TO A DESIGN FLAW, AS THERE IS NO SUPPORT AND CHEAP MATERIALS.
2018-12-05
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-06
- VIN: 1GCHK53639F
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: NOT ALL OF THE GAUGE LIGHTS WORK ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. SOME WORK LIKE THEY ARE SUPPOSED TO AND OTHERS DON'T WORK AT ALL. CHECKED FUSES AND EVERYTHING ELSE I COULD AND ALL IS WELL. HAS TO BE SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE CLUSTER. I HAVE HEARD OF OTHER CHEVROLET'S HAVING SIMILAR PROBLEM. GAUGES WORK FINE ITS THE LIGHTS THAT DON'T WORK.
2018-11-19
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-01
- VIN: 1GCHK59699E
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY 2009 SILVERADO 2500HD SERVICE AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY, HIT A BUMP AND IT GOES OUT, COMES ON AGAIN MANY TIMES DURING DRIVING. I CAN MOVE THE WIRING HARNESS UNDER THE DASH AND DUPLICATE THIS ISSUE. THE CHEVROLET DEALER SAYS THAT I MUST LEAVE THE TRUCK THERE BECAUSE IT WILL BE LENGTHY IN TROUBLESHOOTING WHICH WILL BE COSTLY ACCORDING TO THEM.
2018-11-10
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-03-01
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DASH CRACKS AROUND PASSENGER AIR BAG AND CRACKS OVER INSTRUMENT PANEL.
2018-10-10
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-28
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GCHK53K59F
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNED A 2009 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE CONTACT FELL ASLEEP BEHIND THE WHEEL, VEERED OFF THE ROAD, AND CRASHED INTO A POLE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE HANDS, ABDOMINAL AREA, UPPER THIGHS, AND KNEES. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BY THE INSURANCE COMPANY AND DEEMED A TOTAL LOSS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY THE INSURANCE COMPANY OR A DEALER TO DETERMINE WHY THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AFTER THE CRASH. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 92,060.
2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500.
2021-02-05
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2010 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2009 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C."
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 24, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 11, 2021. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212328790.
2021-02-05
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2007-2011 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL, and 2009-2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and Sierra 3500 vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." These vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated passenger frontal inflators containing phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 22, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 1, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212328760.
2021-02-05
- Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
- Summary: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Additionally, GM is recalling certain 2007-2008 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated passenger frontal inflators containing phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
- Consequence: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate one, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on February 23, 2021. Second notification letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 20, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212328780.
2018-04-26
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. GM's number for this recall is 18146.
2014-07-02
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500/3500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2007, to June 22, 2011, and GMC Sierra HD 2500/3500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2007, to June 21, 2011, and equipped with an auxiliary battery. Owners may unknowingly draw too much current through the vehicle's trailer harness resulting in the melting of fusible link for the auxiliary battery.
- Consequence: If the fusible link melts it may come into contact with adjacent components, damage the electrical center cover, the nearby wiring harness conduit and other vehicle components, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the jumper harness with one that includes a 40 amp inline fuse, and provide the owner with supplemental Owner Manual information, free of charge. The recall began on August 29, 2014. 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 14260.
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