There are no safety recalls for the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, but owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA.
2009 Chevrolet Silverado problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Electrical System | 17 | |
| Air Bags | 16 | |
| Structure | 14 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | |
| Engine | 6 | |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | |
| Service Brakes | 4 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | |
| Power Train | 3 | |
| Visibility | 2 | |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 8
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 59,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2009 Chevrolet Silverado complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Electrical System · at 195,000 miles · reported Jan 10, 2022
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 contacted. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V407000 (Electrical System), however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 195,000.
Air Bags · at 90,000 miles · reported Oct 28, 2021
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 authorities arrived at the scene and the contact was examined by paramedics. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent tow yard where it was destroyed. Later that evening, the contact went to the emergency room where he was treated for a broken left rib.…
Air Bags · at 105,139 miles · reported Oct 1, 2021
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 notified. The failure mileage was 105,139.
Air Bags · reported Jun 22, 2021
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 manufacturer had been notified of the recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Structure · at 58,000 miles · reported Apr 11, 2016
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.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (17 reports), followed by air bags (16). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 59,000 miles.
Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.