2009 Chevrolet Silverado recalls and problems
No recalls and 76 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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.
2009 Chevrolet Silverado recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
THE DASHBOARD IS CRACKED ABOVE THE AIRBAG AND ABOVE THE RADIO. THE VEHICLE HAS LESS THAN 60,000 MILES AND ACCORDING TO CHEVROLET IS OUT OF WARRANTY. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE DUE TO THE FACT THAT IF I AM IN A WRECK THE DASH COULD PUNCTURE THE AIRBAG OR EVEN ANOTHER PASSENGER.
Silverado model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 4 | 182 | 8 | 7 |
| 2007 | 1 | 183 | 10 | 10 |
| 2008 | 1 | 162 | 13 | 5 |
| 2009 | 0 | 76 | 5 | 3 |
| 2010 | 0 | 62 | 2 | 2 |
| 2011 | 2 | 75 | 7 | 2 |
| 2012 | 2 | 68 | 9 | 4 |
Across all years, the 2000 Silverado has the most complaints (1,305). All Chevrolet Silverado years →
Questions
- Does the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado?
- Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (17 complaints), followed by air bags (16).
- How many 2009 Chevrolet Silverado complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 5 of 76 complaints report a crash and 3 a fire; 4 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received January 10, 2022.