CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 89 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (30 reports).
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 recalls
Rear Wheels Can Lock Up, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2020-2021 GM full-size pickups and SUVs equipped with diesel engines may have a transmission control valve that can fail.
Tailgate May Unlatch While Parked, Risking Open Tailgate on the Road
The electronic gate-release switch on the power-unlatching tailgate can short circuit when water gets into it.
Water Can Short Brake Module and Cause Fire Risk
Some 2021-2022 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks were built with an electronic brake control module whose brake pressure modulator valve bolts may not be properly tightened.
Spare tire can disable anti-lock brakes, raising crash risk
Certain 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 trucks equipped with a 17-inch spare tire and either an 18-inch or 20-inch accessory road tire may have a problem: using the spare with other 18-inch or 20-inch tires can prevent the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) from engaging.
Seat Belts May Not Be Securely Attached, Raising Crash Injury Risk
Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more points where the seat belts attach to the vehicle.
Front Center Seat Belt May Not Restrain Occupant in Crash
Some full-size Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups from the 2019 to 2020 model years have a problem with the seat belt brackets for the front center seat.
Most common 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 problems
Problem areas named in the 89 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 30 |
| Electrical System | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 12 |
| Engine | 8 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 8 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 |
| Unknown Or Other | 6 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 |
What owners report
When leaving work my truck would crank but not start. Started searching fixes on the internet. I found many people talking about a known issue with the fuel pump control module. Called the dealer and the dealer already knew of this issue in my year model truck. I purchased the fuel pump control module and fixed the problem. I purchased this module at full price because there is no recall on my VIN number. One week later a coworker had the same issue on his 2024 truck and his truck was covered under warranty.
Vehicle braking does not work- since new- dealer said it was funcitioning- sometimes you will get the warning and other times it does not and it never brakes. Transmission- i received a letter to bring truck in to have a software update for modulator valve wear....which was performed...since that time the stator and the torque converter were replaced in September/October of 2025. it was in dealership approx. 6 weeks for the repairs. Since that time i have had the vehicle roll forward when in reverse and pedal depressed, I have had hard shifts when shifting into gear at a stop, severe enough to lurch the truck forward and break traction....i have started having three to four downshifts very a
I opened my passenger front door to load and the tailgate opens and closes by itself but doesnât and remains open. I physically shut the tailgate and it opened again by itself. I started my truck to see if it would stop. It didnât stop until I put my truck in reverse to back out of the garage. After I backed out and the tailgate stopped open. I closed it and the tailgate will not open by pressing the button on the tailgate. It will open if I use my key fob.
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, there was a knocking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and the contact was informed that the engine was blown causing complete engine failure. The engine was replaced under warranty, but the failure reoccurred. The warranty company inspected the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 121,000.
Pulling out from a stop sign, a loud bang came from the transmission, and rear wheels momentarily locked up then truck acted like it was in neutral. Truck was able to drift to side of road. We called our GM dealer, and they told us that our warranty had expired. We had the truck towed to our certified repair shop. After review of truck, the mechanic called and said the output shaft of the transmission broke. The mechanic called GM and asked if there was any financial assistance for this problem and they said no. He ordered a transmission through GM, and we had to pay for transmission upfront. The amount was 6627.05. Since then as we researched, we found out that GM has a Goodwill assistance
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 questions
Does the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500: Rear Wheels Can Lock Up, Raising Crash Risk; Tailgate May Unlatch While Parked, Risking Open Tailgate on the Road; Water Can Short Brake Module and Cause Fire Risk; Spare tire can disable anti-lock brakes, raising crash risk; Seat Belts May Not Be Securely Attached, Raising Crash Injury Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
Based on 89 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (30), Electrical System (17), Service Brakes (12).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 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.