VehicleVerdict

2019 Chevrolet 5500HD problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 8 complaints on file for the 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

8

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2019 compare to other 5500HD years?

5500HD NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted8 complaints2017: 0 complaints2018: 0 complaints2019: 8 complaints2020: 0 complaints2021: 0 complaints2022: 0 complaints2023: 0 complaints
5500HD NHTSA complaints by model year, 2019 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

See all 5500HD years to avoid →

What are the most common 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Brakes338%
Fuel System225%
Electrical System113%
Engine113%
Transmission113%

Does the 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V266000BrakesApril 13, 2023 · 40,428 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.

Remedy

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.

21V194000SuspensionMarch 19, 2021 · 258 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

19V835000Tires & WheelsNovember 20, 2019 · 1,926 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · May 1, 2024 · fire

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · August 12, 2020

“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.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · July 2, 2020

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 12, 2020

2019 Chevrolet 5500HD — common questions

Is the 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD reliable?

The record is thin — 8 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2019 Chevrolet 5500HD. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.