How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?

NHTSA lists 38 brake complaints for the 2024 Silverado 2500, accounting for 27% of the 139 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2024 Silverado 2500 trailer brake controller issue?

No. The JSON data lists no related recalls for this brake problem area.

What exactly goes wrong with the brakes?

Nearly all sample complaints describe the integrated trailer brake controller losing connection while towing, which cuts off trailer braking and shifts all stopping power to the truck.

Did this brake issue cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 injuries and 0 fires associated with these brake complaints for the 2024 model year.

How does the 2024 model year compare to other years for this issue?

The 2024 Silverado 2500 has the highest share of brake complaints among the listed years at 27%, compared to 21% for 2015 and 18% for 2020.

2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 38 brake complaints for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, which is 27% of all 139 complaints for that model year. Nearly all describe the integrated trailer brake controller disconnecting while towing. No related recall is listed in NHTSA data.

Brakes complaints: 38; 27% of 139
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 858 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the integrated trailer brake controller repeatedly connecting and disconnecting while towing, sometimes several times per minute.
The dash displays alternating "Trailer Brakes Connected" and "Check Trailer Wiring" or "Trailer Brakes Disconnected" messages during towing.
When the controller drops connection, trailer brakes stop functioning and all stopping force shifts to the truck alone.
Some owners link the disconnects to a mismatch between the trailer's battery or solar charge controller voltage and the truck's system, an issue they say GM has acknowledged internally.
The problem occurs across different trailer brands and connector types, including fifth wheels and travel trailers using 7-pin connections.
One owner reported the trailer brakes failing entirely during a downhill tow, causing the trailer to push into the rear of the truck and resulting in a crash.

When 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 27, 2023, latest Jun 24, 2025.

38 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2023 to Jun 2025; peak Mar 2025 (8).

Brakes recalls for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Silverado 2500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200572 (27%)
200671 (40%)
200725 (12%)
20086 (3%)
20096 (10%)
20101 (5%)
20114 (4%)
20123 (6%)
201311 (22%)
20144 (10%)
201537 (21%)
201614 (11%)
20175 (9%)
20181 (2%)
20196 (8%)
202019 (18%)
202112 (14%)
202211 (12%)
20233 (6%)
202438 (27%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?: NHTSA lists 38 brake complaints for the 2024 Silverado 2500, accounting for 27% of the 139 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Silverado 2500 trailer brake controller issue?: No. The JSON data lists no related recalls for this brake problem area.
What exactly goes wrong with the brakes?: Nearly all sample complaints describe the integrated trailer brake controller losing connection while towing, which cuts off trailer braking and shifts all stopping power to the truck.
Did this brake issue cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 injuries and 0 fires associated with these brake complaints for the 2024 model year.
How does the 2024 model year compare to other years for this issue?: The 2024 Silverado 2500 has the highest share of brake complaints among the listed years at 27%, compared to 21% for 2015 and 18% for 2020.