The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·21V346000·Announced 2021-05-13

GM Recalls 2019 Chevrolet 6500HD Trucks for Engine Software Defect

General Motors is recalling 2019 Chevrolet 6500HD trucks because an engine software error allows speeds exceeding the tires' maximum rating, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (tire failure leading to crash) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet 6500HD vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the engine control module (ECM) software, which was calibrated incorrectly. This error allows the vehicle to exceed the tires' maximum speed rating of 75 mph.

If the vehicle speed exceeds the maximum tire speed rating, tire failure can occur. This potential tire failure increases the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Dealers will update the ECM software free of charge to correct the issue. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 7, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
CHEVROLET SILVERADO 6500, 6500
Brand
CHEVROLET
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Light Truck
Hazard
Affected units
196

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • SILVERADO 6500
  • 6500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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