Chevrolet 6500 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 12, 2025 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 2 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet 6500, across 1 model years (2019–2019). The 2019 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.

Chevrolet 6500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No 6500 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2019 6500: 1 complaint, 2 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common Chevrolet 6500 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Electrical System110
Service Brakes110

All Chevrolet 6500 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2019 650012—Electrical System

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Frequently asked questions

Which Chevrolet 6500 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2019 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the Chevrolet 6500?

Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Chevrolet 6500 have?

2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.