2019 Chevrolet 5500HD Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 5500HD years
- Not enough data 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD. That is the most of any 5500HD model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (2 complaints, 33%), typically at around 1,200 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 33% | 1,200 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 33% | 1,200 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 17% | 1,200 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 17% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 17% | 11,239 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 17% | 180,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2019 Chevrolet 5500HD recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulicPark outside
Problem: General Motors. LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Chevrolet 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD Medium-Duty trucks. The brake pressure sensor assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch and cause an electrical short-circuit.
Risk: An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the master cylinder pressure sensor and inspect the wire harness, replacing it, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222375270.
Suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly:u-bolt, leaf spring to axle
Problem: Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Isuzu NPR, Reach, 2016-2020 Isuzu NPR XD, NPR HD, NQR, 2016-2021 Isuzu NRR, 2017-2020 Chevrolet 4500XD, 4500HD, 5500HD, and 2020 Chevrolet 5500XD vehicles. The U-bolt nuts for the rear axle may not have been properly tightened and may loosen, causing the axle to misalign.
Risk: The misalignment may cause the propeller shaft to separate, causing a loss of power to the rear wheels and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if needed, replace and tighten the rear axle U-bolt nuts, free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2021. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. Isuzu's number for this recall is V2103.
Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Problem: Isuzu Technical Center of America, Inc. (Isuzu) is recalling certain 2017-2020 NPR-HD, 2019-2020 NPR-XD, NQR, NRR, Chevrolet 4500HD, Chevrolet 5500HD and Chevrolet 5500XD, and 2020 Chevrolet 4500XD vehicles. The lug nuts on the rear outer wheels may not have been properly tightened when installed onto the rear axles.
Risk: If the lug nuts were not properly tightened, they can loosen, causing the to wheel separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear outer wheel lug nuts and tightening or replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2019. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Isuzu's number for this recall is V1906.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 6500 Commercial Vehicle. The contact stated that the recall repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V266000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) was previously performed on the vehicle. The contact stated while the driver was driving 55-60 MPH uphill, he noticed smoke…
Sudden catastrophic fuel system failure due to contamination fuel and fuel filter bypass, yes it is available to inspect. Truck shut off during operations and did not restart, the vehicle is at the dealership to replace High pressure fuel pump, lines, fuel rail and injectors. After the the truck…
Water line cracking leaking antifreeze overheating engine
When driving, it feels like im riding on rumble strips. Transmission feels like its slipping when driving at lower speeds and when on throttle, like going up hill. Do not notice a difference in 4x4 mode. Truck also has hard shifting from 1-2 and 2-3rd gear.
My truck will stop running at freeway speeds with no engin light have had to stop in travel lane to restart the truck the brakes will shake steering wheel out of your hands and mutipul emission related engin lights daily the truck is only 3 weeks old the engin brake shifts from over drive to 3rd or…
Other Chevrolet 5500HD years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 5500HD | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 5500HD | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 5500HD | 0 | 2 |
| 2020 5500HD | 0 | 4 |
| 2019 | 6 | 3 |
| 2018 5500HD | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 5500HD | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, service brakes, electrical system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 5500HD model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.