CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (15 reports).
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recalls
Side Curtain Airbag Inflator Can Rupture or Shed Parts
The roof rail airbag inflator on the left or right side may have an end cap that detaches, or the inflator housing may rupture.
Side Curtain Airbag May Fail in a Crash
The roof-rail curtain airbag inflator on these trucks can have its end cap separate, or its sidewall can rupture.
Fuel Tank Can Leak and Raise Fire Risk
On certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks with gasoline engines and dual fuel tanks, the fuel-level sensor in the front tank can stick in a low-level position.
Loose Brake Pedal Can Cause Loss of Braking
Certain 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Tahoe Police Pursuit, and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles may have a brake pedal pivot nut that loosens over time.
Front Air Bags and Seatbelt Pretensioners May Not Deploy in a Crash
Some vehicles may not have received the complete software update from an earlier air bag recall.
Front airbags and seatbelt pretensioners may not deploy in a crash
Certain 2014 Buick, Chevrolet vehicles have a software issue in the air bag sensing and diagnostic module.
Loose brake pedal can cause loss of braking
On certain 2015-2016 Chevrolet Silverado, Tahoe Police Pursuit, and GMC Sierra heavy-duty trucks, the nut holding the brake pedal pivot can loosen.
Most common 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 problems
Problem areas named in the 51 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 15 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 |
| Service Brakes | 10 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Wheels | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 |
What owners report
Leak is causing black mold, creating an unsafe environment inside the vehicle where child is expected and required by law to be buckled right above a black mold infected carpet and behind headrest
As I was driving I heard a loud slam under my hood and when I checked the clutch for my AC compressor was gone. The AC no longer works and I have no idea where the parts went. When I looked this up it appears to be a common issue.
I have now been in 2 serious accidents that resulted in all other vehicles deploying airbags and being totalled, but mine have never deployed and it has been suggested there may be a recall for this
Power steering intermittently goes out. Mostly when it's hot out, slow speeds, and cornering.
While connected to a RV which has onboard batteries, the truck's brake controller disables the braking system if the batteries on the RV fluctuate in voltage. The truck will give an alert advising "Trailer Brakes Disabled." This has occurred multiple times while pulling my RV which weighs 16,000 pounds, making it unsafe and hard to stop using only the truck's brakes. It happened while traveling through Atlanta, GA and once in Nashville, TN. Chevrolet has at least one TSB on this for similar 2022-2024 2500 and 3500 trucks. This has been a widely reported problem on several RV forums. The truck brake controller will work again if the engine is shut off and turned back on or the trailer is
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 questions
Does the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500: Side Curtain Airbag Inflator Can Rupture or Shed Parts; Side Curtain Airbag May Fail in a Crash; Fuel Tank Can Leak and Raise Fire Risk; Loose Brake Pedal Can Cause Loss of Braking; Front Air Bags and Seatbelt Pretensioners May Not Deploy in a Crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
Based on 51 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (15), Fuel/Propulsion System (11), Service Brakes (10).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 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.