Model year guide

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints520

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 520 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★

Rollover risk: 18.5% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4-DR. Hybrid w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

Dimensions & weight

Length
224.4 in
Width
79.9 in
Height
74.0 in
Wheelbase
143.7 in
Curb weight
5,642–5,882 lb
Front track
68.5 in
Rear track
67.3 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 2

Pedestrian alert sounds Closed

NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that…

NHTSA #DP22005 · Electrical System · opened Jan 2023 · closed Aug 2023

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture Open

From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deploymen…

NHTSA #EA21002 · Air Bags · opened Sep 2021

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 1680

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 1680.

New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH

Bulletin 13598 · Sep 2025

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060,…

Bulletin PIC5650M · Aug 2025

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a bump feel or clunk noise at a stop or on launch. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic

Bulletin PIT5161L · Jul 2025

This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.

Bulletin PIP5601C · Jul 2025

This service bulletin provides technicians with information on available BCM calibrations to restore bulb outage detection on vehicles produced by a second stage manufacturer (Upfitter), and/or turn signals flash fast after factory box removed.

Bulletin 07-08-42-006U · Exterior Lighting · Jun 2025

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.

Bulletin PIT5074R · May 2025

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.

Bulletin PIT5074R · May 2025

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.

Bulletin PIT5074R · May 2025

This service bulletin provides a procedure to flush and bleed power steering system to correct a power steering noise or fluid leak concern that is caused during extremely low temperatures.

Bulletin 13-02-32-001H · Steering · Apr 2025

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.

Bulletin 23-NA-001 · Electrical System · Mar 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the SILVERADO 1500 HYBRID RWD/AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid trims & engines on record

Trims
Base · LS
Engines
6.0L 8-cyl

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid vehicles on record

Other Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid model years

2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid?

Across all 520 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, structure, electrical system.

What is the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Hybrid crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.