2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 51 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500.

3
recalls
51
owner complaints
2
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.

2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recalls

Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate, latch

NHTSA campaign 24V894000 · reported November 26, 2024 · General Motors, LLC · 131,231 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The 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.
The fix
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.

Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate, latch

NHTSA campaign 24V060000 · reported February 1, 2024 · General Motors, LLC · 570,434 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The 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.
The fix
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.

Steering

NHTSA campaign 23V549000 · reported August 3, 2023 · General Motors, LLC · 3,893 vehicles potentially affected

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

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.

Oct 6, 2026 · Tires

While towing a 24-foot Spartan enclosed racing trailer carrying a Bandolero race car and related equipment on […], I began to feel a slight vibration from the vehicle or trailer. At first, I believed the vibration may have been caused by the road surface, but it steadily intensified. I slowed the truck to…

Oct 3, 2026 · 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 instructions they wanted me to send them the tire which I sent what was left of it and they came…

Sep 8, 2026 · Engine

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. GM wants techs to attempt to clean/flush the engine before they approve a new engine to be ordered under warranty. GM is…

Aug 14, 2026 · Electrical system

The infotainment/control module in my 2024 Silverado 3500HD failed unexpectedly while I was traveling cross-country. The module is available for inspection upon request. Prior to the failure, I did not receive any warning lamps or messages. When the system failed, I lost access to multiple camera systems integrated…

Jul 7, 2026 · Power train · crash reported

moved the truck on to the lawn and put it in park turned truck off. got out of the truck and went into the garage and 5 min later came out and saw the truck started to roll and went 50 ft and hit a tree.

Silverado 3500 model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2021 54111
2022 32721
2023 11600
2024 35120
2025 11202
2026 3200

Across all years, the 2000 Silverado 3500 has the most complaints (79). All Chevrolet Silverado 3500 years →

Questions

Does the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, the most recent reported on November 26, 2024 (Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate, latch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
Owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (19 complaints), followed by power train (15).
How many 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 complaints mention a crash or fire?
2 of 51 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 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 6, 2026.