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2019 Chevrolet 5500HD recalls and problems

3 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD.

3
recalls
6
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2019 Chevrolet 5500HD recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic

NHTSA campaign 23V266000 · reported April 13, 2023 · General Motors, LLC · 40,428 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors. LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Chevrolet 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD Medium-Duty trucks. The brake pressure sensor assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch and cause an electrical short-circuit.
The risk
An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
The fix
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the master cylinder pressure sensor and inspect the wire harness, replacing it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222375270.

Suspension: rear, springs, leaf spring assembly, u-bolt, leaf spring to axle

NHTSA campaign 21V194000 · reported March 19, 2021 · Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. · 258 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Isuzu NPR, Reach, 2016-2020 Isuzu NPR XD, NPR HD, NQR, 2016-2021 Isuzu NRR, 2017-2020 Chevrolet 4500XD, 4500HD, 5500HD, and 2020 Chevrolet 5500XD vehicles. The U-bolt nuts for the rear axle may not have been properly tightened and may loosen, causing the axle to misalign.
The risk
The misalignment may cause the propeller shaft to separate, causing a loss of power to the rear wheels and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if needed, replace and tighten the rear axle U-bolt nuts, free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2021. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is V2103.

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

NHTSA campaign 19V835000 · reported November 20, 2019 · Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. · 1,926 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2017-2020 NPR-HD, 2019-2020 NPR-XD, NQR, NRR, Chevrolet 4500HD, Chevrolet 5500HD and Chevrolet 5500XD, and 2020 Chevrolet 4500XD vehicles. The lug nuts on the rear outer wheels may not have been properly tightened when installed onto the rear axles.
The risk
If the lug nuts were not properly tightened, they can loosen, causing the to wheel separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear outer wheel lug nuts and tightening or replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2019. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Isuzu's number for this recall is V1906.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

May 2, 2024 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 180,000 miles · fire reported

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 6500 Commercial Vehicle. The contact stated that the recall repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V266000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) was previously performed on the vehicle. The contact stated while the driver was driving 55-60 MPH uphill, he noticed smoke coming from…

Apr 10, 2024 · Fuel/propulsion system

Sudden catastrophic fuel system failure due to contamination fuel and fuel filter bypass, yes it is available to inspect. Truck shut off during operations and did not restart, the vehicle is at the dealership to replace High pressure fuel pump, lines, fuel rail and injectors. After the the truck died there was a…

Nov 12, 2020 · Engine · 5,000 miles

WATER LINE CRACKING LEAKING ANTIFREEZE OVERHEATING ENGINE

Oct 27, 2020 · Power train · 11,239 miles

WHEN DRIVING, IT FEELS LIKE IM RIDING ON RUMBLE STRIPS. TRANSMISSION FEELS LIKE ITS SLIPPING WHEN DRIVING AT LOWER SPEEDS AND WHEN ON THROTTLE, LIKE GOING UP HILL. DO NOT NOTICE A DIFFERENCE IN 4X4 MODE. TRUCK ALSO HAS HARD SHIFTING FROM 1-2 AND 2-3RD GEAR.

Aug 14, 2020 · Service brakes · 1,200 miles

MY TRUCK WILL STOP RUNNING AT FREEWAY SPEEDS WITH NO ENGIN LIGHT HAVE HAD TO STOP IN TRAVEL LANE TO RESTART THE TRUCK THE BRAKES WILL SHAKE STEERING WHEEL OUT OF YOUR HANDS AND MUTIPUL EMISSION RELATED ENGIN LIGHTS DAILY THE TRUCK IS ONLY 3 WEEKS OLD THE ENGIN BRAKE SHIFTS FROM OVER DRIVE TO 3RD OR SECOND GEAR…

5500HD model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2017 1000
2018 1000
2019 3601
2020 4000
2021 2100
2022 3000

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Questions

Does the 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD, the most recent reported on April 13, 2023 (Service brakes, hydraulic). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (2 complaints), followed by service brakes (2).
How many 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 6 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 2, 2024.