2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 76 | 75 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 277 | 274 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 58,500 mi | 54,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Silverado | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 16 | 13 |
| Structure | 14 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 8 |
| Engine | 6 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 5 |
| Power Train | 3 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
2009 Chevrolet Silverado
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.