2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trailer Hitch Recall (24V626)
General Motors, LLC · 38 vehicles · Reported August 21, 2024
General Motors, LLC is recalling 38 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles. The rear bumper mounting bracket may not be sufficient for towing, which can allow the towed trailer to detach from the vehicle. A trailer that detaches from a vehicle while driving increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V626 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V626000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | Not listed |
| Date reported to NHTSA | August 21, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 |
| Units affected | 38 |
| Component | Trailer Hitches |
| Safety risk | A trailer that detaches from a vehicle while driving increases the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in recall 24V626?
The rear bumper mounting bracket may not be sufficient for towing, which can allow the towed trailer to detach from the vehicle.
OEM Systems, LLC (OEM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado vehicles. The rear bumper mounting bracket may not be sufficient for towing, which can allow the towed trailer to detach from the vehicle.
Is it safe to drive a 2024 Silverado 1500 with recall 24V626?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A trailer that detaches from a vehicle while driving increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A trailer that detaches from a vehicle while driving increases the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Silverado 1500 shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the trailer hitches, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V626?
Recall 24V626 covers 38 vehicles: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
NHTSA lists 38 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 |
What is the fix for the Silverado 1500 trailer hitch recall?
Yes. OEM will replace the rear bumper mounting bracket and hitch, free of charge.
OEM will replace the rear bumper mounting bracket and hitch, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in August 2024. Owners may contact OEM customer service at 1-800-810-7252.
When was recall 24V626 announced?
General Motors, LLC reported recall 24V626 to NHTSA on August 21, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| August 21, 2024 | General Motors, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V626000. |
This recall was filed 25 months ago. If your Silverado 1500 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Silverado 1500 is part of recall 24V626?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V626 is open on your Silverado 1500, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 24V626000 is open on your Silverado 1500, it will be listed there. You can also ask any Chevrolet dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Silverado 1500 owners do about recall 24V626?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 24V626000 applies to your Silverado 1500.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Chevrolet dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any trailer hitches symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Silverado 1500 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 311 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 21 of them about the other equipment.
Since recall 24V626 was reported on August 21, 2024, owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the other equipment on these vehicles. 3 of them (18%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the other equipment and were received on or after August 21, 2024, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related other equipment issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 311 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 21 of them involve the other equipment. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: 311 complaints in total, 21 about the other equipment
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
Since purchasing this truck 06/30/2024; during the 9100 miles driven, electrical issues such as check engine, EWS needs to be serviced, Forward Collision Service, Stereo screen freezing up, Tire Pressure stating air is needed but checked air pressure, it is where it should be, Right Signal Trailer service needed but not pulling a trailer.
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owner, AK, NHTSA complaint 11657392, filed April 28, 2025
The tailgate has opened 4 times while I’ve been driving. There was one incident in which an object in the truck bed fell out onto the road. Other drivers are at risk for serious injury or death due to objects falling out.
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owner, NC, NHTSA complaint 11719939, filed February 23, 2026
Component: Faulty coolant control valve causing reduced acceleration and check engine light to come on. Fan is constantly on when reduced acceleration is displayed. Safety: can overheat, reduced acceleration can cause an accident. Problem reproduced: Dealer did check and confirm codes and errors. Dealer confirmed item failed. Coolant control valve needs to be replaced.
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 owner, MS, NHTSA complaint 11722033, filed March 4, 2026
Can recall 24V626 make my Silverado 1500 a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 24V626000 does not automatically make your Silverado 1500 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
What matters for a lemon law claim is not the recall label but whether the defect substantially impairs the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and whether the dealer can fix it in a reasonable number of tries.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 24V626
Did the recall 24V626 fix work?
Since recall 24V626 was reported on August 21, 2024, owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA about the other equipment on these vehicles. 3 of them (18%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
Is the 24V626000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Silverado 1500 is part of recall 24V626000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 24V626000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Chevrolet. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.