CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 445 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 6 fires, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (231 reports).
2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 recalls
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin
Certain 2007 full-size GM trucks and SUVs have a passenger-side frontal airbag inflator that uses non-desiccated phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant.
Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin
Certain 2007 to 2009 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Suburban and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles have a passenger-side frontal air bag inflator that uses non-desiccated phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate propellant.
Passenger Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments
The front passenger air bag inflator in these vehicles can rupture when the air bag deploys.
Most common 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 problems
Problem areas named in the 445 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 231 |
| Unknown Or Other | 56 |
| Structure | 55 |
| Electrical System | 43 |
| Engine | 36 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 13 |
| Power Train | 12 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 11 |
What owners report
This is not an incident that happened, but I have a front impact sensor that has gone bad. After doing some research, and looking at all of the reports, claims, and lack of replacement inventory, it seems obvious to me that there is a problem with these parts. There should be a factory recall on this part. The part on my vehicle is a GM 25794815 impact sensor. I can't even find a replacement (unless it's used).
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V052000 (Air Bags) while having an inspection completed. After receiving notification of the recall, while driving approximately 35 MPH, the passengerâs side air bag unexpectedly deployed, damaging the dashboard and fracturing the window. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 146,000.
Driver and passenger side extended cab doors metal is cracking horizontally near the front edge of the doors.
The front drivers headlight low beam keeps going out. I just received my second warning for this failure. It got dark before I got home from the store. We took it to a friend who does mechanical work back in the spring. He fixed it; but now itâs doing it again. Yes we had it inspected last November for tag renewal. There are no warning lights or signals that come on.i think it started acting up around November 2024
P305/55 R 22
2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 questions
Does the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin; Passenger airbag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments into cabin; Passenger Front Air Bag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
Based on 445 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (231), Unknown Or Other (56), Structure (55).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.