repaired · 2026 Q3
Control module: software
Risk. Rear wheel lock-up can increase the risk of a crash.
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 41 owner complaints about the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-060 the manufacturer reports only 73% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 6, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has problems
41 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
13Electrical system
7Power train
6Structure1 crash/fire/injury
6Latches/locks/linkages
5Service brakes
4Fuel/propulsion system
3Engine
2Air bags
2Steering
55 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 13 | 0 |
| Power train | 7 | 0 |
| Structure | 6 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 6 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| 5 other systems | 5 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Tailgate: latch
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.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Electric: control module
Park outsideRisk. Water in the BPMV may cause an electrical short circuit and increase the risk of fire.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Seat belts
Risk. If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the…
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repaired · 2022 Q4
Seat belts
Risk. If a seat-belt bracket is not secured, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the front-row center seat position, increasing the risk of injury…
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chevrolet.
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other Silverado 3500 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Silverado 3500 median. How we score
'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, and the recalls they led to.
- Air Bag MalfunctionNo recall
In owners' words
What Silverado 3500 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Service Trailer Brake System error. There's a known issue for a faulty wire harness and BCM. Error makes it hard to drive and see the speed, keeps popping up.
On XXX the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado was taken to Mayse Automotive Group at [XXX] dealership for the complaint of the key getting stuck in the ignition and unable to remove causing a safety and security risk. Service department found that the transmission control in column needed to be replaced. The…
Water entered tailgate through drainage hole in tailgate cap. The water then dripped on the tailgate switch causing it to short out. This short circuit caused my tailgate to open and close randomly without pressing any switches or buttons or key fobs. May tailgate has a small ding it it now from…
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