2 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Chevrolet 6500.
2
recalls
1
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 6500 recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: brake fluid low warning, switch/sensor/float
NHTSA campaign 25V390000 · reported June 12, 2025 · General Motors, LLC · 62,468 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Chevrolet Silverado Medium Duty 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD vehicles. The brake pressure sensor assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch and cause a 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 brake pressure switch wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2025. Owners may contact GM customer assistance number at 1-866-467-9700. GM's number for this recall is N242482680. Vehicles in this recall that were previously repaired under 23V266 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Engine and engine cooling: engine, engine control module (ECU/ECM), software
NHTSA campaign 21V346000 · reported May 13, 2021 · General Motors, LLC · 196 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet 6500HD vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) was calibrated incorrectly, allowing the vehicle to exceed the tires' maximum speed rating of 75 mph.
The risk
Tire failure can occur if the vehicle speed exceeds the maximum tire speed rating, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202325530.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Electrical system1
Service brakes1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Oct 2, 2024 · Service brakes · fire reported
The brake switch nearly burned the truck to the ground could smell the electrical burning, and the brake pressure failed due to a brake line failure Chevrolet says, the switch was covered in recall. But the say the brake lines arent covered. These same brake lines were recalled on Chevrolet commercial van chassis…
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Chevrolet 6500, the most recent reported on June 12, 2025 (Service brakes, hydraulic: brake fluid low warning, switch/sensor/float). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet 6500?
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (1 complaints), followed by service brakes (1).
How many 2019 Chevrolet 6500 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 1 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 October 2, 2024.