2009 Chevrolet Silverado Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. Part of Generation 2 (GMT900) — 2007–2013.

20082010
Complaints
103
per 10K Sold
3.3
US Sales
316,544
Crashes
9
Fires
5
Injuries
7
Fatalities
2
Recalls
0

Worst 2009 Chevrolet Silverado Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#117 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:129,661 mi
Fires:3
#216 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:72,695 mi
Crash-related:4
#38 complaints

Body Structure

Avg mileage:55,143 mi
Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.

Electrical Faults
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
3
Avg Miles
129,661
Airbags
16
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
Avg Miles
72,695
Body Structure
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
55,143
Unintended Acceleration
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
56,739
Engine Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
69,691
Fuel System
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
70,167
Structural Problems
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
45,920
Engine & Cooling
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Traction Control System
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2009 Chevrolet Silverado — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has 103 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 17 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (17 complaints, avg 129,661 mi); Airbags (16 complaints, avg 72,695 mi); Body Structure (8 complaints, avg 55,143 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 80,255 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado?
NHTSA complaints for the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado include 9 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 7 injuries, and 2 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Silverado reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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