The Chevrolet Silverado is one of the most recognizable of the company’s line-up of vehicles. There is a range of trucks that fit into the Silverado branding. These vehicles are all produced by General Motors under the Chevrolet branding.
The Silverado was first launched in 1999 and has been a long-running line of full-size pickup trucks. The trucks were launched as a replacement for the Chevrolet C/K model of trucks. The line-up is in its fourth generation as of 2019.
Chevrolet Silverado recalls are somewhat common. These range from significant mechanical problems as well as various body-related recalls.
About the Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado, which is direct competition for the Ford F-Series, Ram pickup trucks, and the Nissan Titan, has a long history of producing high-powered, strong vehicles. Sold mostly as full-size pickups, they do range from off-road vehicles to work vehicles. The latest model line-up includes several engine options, trim packages, and towing capacity ranges.
The Silverado 1500 is the more common of the line-up of vehicles available, but others exist. For the model year 2020, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 had a total of eight trim package options available.
Do You Have a Chevrolet Silverado Recall?
General Motors works to make it easy and efficient for vehicle owners to always have access to Chevrolet Silverado recall information. One of the ways they do this is through the GM Recall Center.
Using this online tool, drivers can enter their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) into the tool to pull up any related recalls for the car. You can also look up general information on recalls using the make, model, year, and trim level.
Examples of Chevrolet Silverado Recalls
There have been numerous recalls for the Chevrolet Silverado over its lifetime. That’s common when a vehicle has been in production for this long and has so many trim and engine options to choose from.
Below are some examples of recent recalls having to do with this vehicle lineup. Be sure to check for recalls associated with your vehicle as well.
Roof Rail Airbag Failed Deployment
One of the most recent recalls has to do with the roof rail airbag that fails to deploy when it should. This Silverado recall, number 20V446000, relates to about 770 vehicles in total. It applies specifically to the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500 for model year 2020. It was issued in July of 2020.
The recall was due to a failed diffuser component located on the roof rail airbag (RRAB) inflator. This device may not have been properly crimped to the inflator. As a result of this, it can separate from the inflator if the airbag deploys.
This can lead to a risk of downgraded performance of the RRAB as well as an increased risk of potential injury to passengers. GM notified owners of the problem and is replacing the problem RRAB modules without any cost to the owner.
Brake Calipers Bolt Braking
GM issues a recall in February 2020 for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (along with the GMC Sierra 1500) for broken caliper bolts. This recall impacted over 20,000 vehicles. The problem relates to the caliper bolts, which attach both the rear and the front brake calipers.
In these vehicles, those components did not receive the proper heat treatment. This makes them more likely to break under a load. This can reduce the brake’s performance. It can also limit the wheel from properly rotating. This can lead to an increased risk of a crash occurring.
This Silverado recall, number 20V116000, resulted in GM having dealers replace all of the brake caliper bolts at no cost to owners.
Fire Risk From Poor Alternator Connection
A large-scale recall from GM impacting the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 for model years 2019 and 2020 relates to the electrical system. In Silverado recall number 19V888000, the battery positive cable rings may have been manufactured improperly to have too much glue on them.
This can cause electrical connection failures, at random times, between the B+ cable and the alternator itself. It also causes an increased risk of an electrical fire occurring, making this a higher priority recall for owners. This recall impacted over 350,000 vehicles and included GMC Sierra 1500 trucks as well.
For this recall, GM had dealers inspect the vehicles for glue or any other contamination at the B+ cable attachment location. They were to clean the connection and then reattach the B+ cable connection. In some cases, the dealer had to replace damaged components.
Fuel Pump Regulator Missing
Another Silverado recall applies to the fuel pump that is missing a pressure regulator. This Silverado recall, number 19V837000, relates to the fuel system. In about 500 vehicles, including the Silverado 1500 for model year 2020, the fuel pump may be missing a pressure regulator.
This leads to the potential for over-pressurization of the fuel pump, increasing the risk of the fuel pump overheating. This can also lead to leaks. Fires are more likely in these vehicles due to the presence of an ignition fire.
This recall was a high-priority repair for GM. The company had dealers inspect all vehicles and then replace them as necessary. This recall also impacted other vehicles, including the GMC Sierra, Yukon, Suburban, and the Cadillac Escalade.
What You Should Do if You Have Recalls
Recalls are common on many vehicles. Over the years, the Chevrolet Silverado has had many. The good news is that GM is very good about making repairs to them. If you suspect a recall may be applicable to a vehicle you plan to buy, ask the dealership about the repairs that have been made or if they still need to be done. In many cases, you can have the recalls done prior to purchasing.
Staying up to date on GM recalls including for the Silverado is easy to do when you register your purchase of the vehicle with the company. Your dealership can help you to do that and help you to get any current recalls taken care of at no cost to you.
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