NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 6500
The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 6500 has 1 NHTSA recall and 0 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Chevrolet dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 6500. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING:SWITCH/SENSOR/FLOAT
NHTSA #25V390000Reported June 12, 2025 · General Motors, LLC
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
Free manufacturer remedy
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.