2021 Model Year

Chevrolet Silverado 2500

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
77
Recalls
1
Crashes
2
Severe
5

Active Recalls

Manufacturer safety recalls

21V578000 Jul 2021

Other

No consequence data available

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

Power Train
Nov 2026

The vehicle experienced a sudden and complete transmission failure at approximately 77,800 miles. There was no prior abuse or modification. The failur...

Brakes
Jul 2026

On 01/16/2026, Quirk Chevrolet completed product safety recall N242482680 for the Brake Pressure Switch Connector Fire on my vehicle. Shortly after,...

Power Train
Feb 2026

While traveling at highway speed on the interstate in my 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD (approx. 120,000 miles), the vehicle experienced a sudden ha...

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 2026

first issue was around April-May 2025 when my engine started knocking and burning fuel. Warning light came on and it went right in to the dealer wher...

Electrical System
Dec 2025

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that the connector for the heater system was causing the vehicle to overheat, sub...

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
Dec 2025

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while slowing down and coming to a stop, the accelerator pedal was depressed...

Structure
Dec 2025

The tailgate opens by randomly. I was in a CVS parking lot walking towards my car and saw the tailgate open without any commands. A young kid runnin...

Air Bags
Nov 2025

Driving about 45 mph and unexpectedly both roof rail air bags deploy stoping vehicle on the road.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 2025

I own a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Duramax diesel with approximately 100,300 miles. The truck began displaying a “Service Emissions System” warni...

Brakes
Nov 2025

Took truck to dealer with concern of higher than normal braking force needed. Couldn’t verify concern. Looked today under the steering column and the...

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Data updated: March 4, 2026

Summary

The 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has 77 complaints and 1 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is Power Train. 2 crash-related incidents have been reported.

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