2019 Chevrolet 6500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other 6500 years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2019 Chevrolet 6500. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2019 Chevrolet 6500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2019 Chevrolet 6500 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:brake fluid low warning:switch/sensor/floatPark outside
Problem: General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Chevrolet Silverado Medium Duty 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD vehicles. The brake pressure sensor assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch and cause a 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 brake pressure switch wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2025. Owners may contact GM customer assistance number at 1-866-467-9700. GM's number for this recall is N242482680. Vehicles in this recall that were previously repaired under 23V266 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:engine control module (ecu/ecm):software
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet 6500HD vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) was calibrated incorrectly, allowing the vehicle to exceed the tires' maximum speed rating of 75 mph.
Risk: Tire failure can occur if the vehicle speed exceeds the maximum tire speed rating, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202325530.
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 brake switch nearly burned the truck to the ground could smell the electrical burning, and the brake pressure failed due to a brake line failure Chevrolet says, the switch was covered in recall. But the say the brake lines arent covered. These same brake lines were recalled on Chevrolet…
Other Chevrolet 6500 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet 6500?
Owners most often report electrical system, service brakes problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2019 Chevrolet 6500?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2019 Chevrolet 6500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 6500 model years, the 2019 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.