Recall 19V889 covers 463,995 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Sierra 1500, and CT6 vehicles for disabled ESC and ABS. EBCM reprogramming is free at franchised Chevrolet dealers.
Chevrolet is recalling 463,995 2019 Silverado 1500, Sierra 1500, and CT6 vehicles because an Electronic Brake Control Module software error can disable electronic stability control and antilock braking without turning on the ESC or ABS warning lights. If a driver operates the vehicle without those systems, crash risk increases, and franchised dealers will update the brake control software free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The electronic brake control module, or EBCM, is the brake computer on these 2019 Silverado 1500, Sierra 1500, and CT6 vehicles. It coordinates ABS, which helps keep the wheels from locking during hard braking, and ESC, which helps the vehicle correct a skid or loss of directional control. Those systems depend on the module reading the situation and keeping the brake controls active.
In this recall, the problem is software inside the EBCM, not the brake hardware itself. GM found that a precise sequence of operating events causes the module to enter a mode that turns off ABS and ESC for 1 ignition cycle. While the module is in that mode, the diagnostics also fail to turn on the ABS and ESC warning lights in the instrument cluster.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the software error occurs, the driver does not get the usual ABS or ESC warning lights to show that those systems are disabled.
Who's affected?
Covers pickup trucks and a sedan under the same brake system and stability control concern.
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | Electronic stability control (esc) |
| 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 | brake system |
| 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 | Electronic stability control (esc) |
| 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2019 Cadillac CT6 | brake system |
| 2019 Cadillac CT6 | Electronic stability control (esc) |
| 2019 Cadillac CT6 | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 463,995 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If ESC and ABS are not working and the driver does not know it, the vehicle loses key stability and antilock braking support, increasing the risk of a crash. Schedule the EBCM reprogramming soon, especially if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, or Cadillac CT6 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to schedule the free EBCM software reprogramming that fixes the ESC and ABS warning-light error.
- Bring the recall notice if Chevrolet has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 19V889 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the software update is complete; leave extra following distance because ESC and ABS can be disabled without warning lights.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chevrolet technician reprograms the Electronic Brake Control Module software so the stability control and antilock brake systems can report and operate as intended. The software update is free under the recall, and parts and labor are covered. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the covered vehicles are under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| December 12, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 12, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| December 12, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 27, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| February 4, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V889?
Recall 19V889 covers 463,995 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and Cadillac CT6 vehicles with an EBCM software error. The error can disable ESC and ABS without turning on the related warning lights, increasing crash risk. Dealers will reprogram the EBCM for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, or Cadillac CT6 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V889. If it is, contact a franchised dealer for your vehicle brand and ask for the EBCM reprogramming. Reference GM recall number N192268090 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and GM's remedy says dealers will reprogram the EBCM free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised dealer for your vehicle brand.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that ESC and ABS can stop working without the driver knowing. If the vehicle is driven while those systems are disabled, the driver has less electronic support during braking or stability events, increasing crash risk. The free dealer repair corrects the EBCM software.
What warning signs should I watch for?
The recall says the ESC and ABS warning lights will not illuminate if this specific EBCM software error occurs. Do not rely on those lights to confirm the systems are working. Check your VIN, then schedule the free EBCM reprogramming if your vehicle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V889000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-222-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V889 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V889000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →