Recall 20V142 covers 1,909 2020 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 trucks for hood-latch striker wires. Free repair at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
Chevrolet is recalling 1,909 2020 Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 trucks because hood-latch striker wires can fracture after improper heat treatment. If a striker wire breaks, the hood can open while driving and increase crash risk; the Chevrolet dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The hood latch striker wire on these 2020 Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 trucks is the metal loop mounted to the hood that the latch grabs when the hood is closed. Its job is simple: hold the hood securely shut while the truck is moving and while vibration passes through the front end. The latch depends on that wire keeping its shape and strength.
On affected trucks, some striker wires were heat treated incorrectly by a supplier. That process left the metal harder and more brittle than Chevrolet's specification. Over time, vibration and normal hood movement can fatigue the brittle wire until it fractures at or near its base. A fractured striker wire no longer gives the hood latch the solid anchor it needs.
If the wire is partly fractured, you can hear a rattle from the hood area. Treat that noise as a warning sign and have the hood latch area checked before the wire breaks completely.
Who's affected?
The scope is limited to heavy-duty 2500 and 3500 pickups, all tied to the hood latch component.
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | Latch |
|---|---|
| 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | Latch |
| 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 | Latch |
| 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 | Latch |
| Units affected | 1,909 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fractured hood striker wire can let the hood open unexpectedly while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. A rattling sound from the hood area is a warning sign to treat seriously and schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Sierra 2500, or Sierra 3500 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to schedule the free hood assembly replacement that fixes the defective hood-latch striker wires.
- Reference recall number 20V142 when you call, and ask whether the dealer needs to inspect the hood latch before the appointment.
- Bring the recall notice if Chevrolet mailed one, or bring your VIN and the recall number if you do not have the letter.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and stop driving if the hood does not latch securely.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chevrolet technician replaces the hood assembly, including the affected hood latch striker hardware. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Repairs paid by the owner before the recall notice are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the covered vehicles are still under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| March 12, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 12, 2020 | Dealer notification began |
| March 12, 2020 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 13, 2020 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 26, 2020 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 26, 2020 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V142?
Recall 20V142 covers 1,909 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, and Sierra 3500 trucks with hood-latch striker wires that were not heat-treated properly. If a striker wire fractures, the hood can open unexpectedly while driving, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, or Sierra 3500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 20V142. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet or GMC dealer to schedule the hood assembly replacement. Reference recall number 20V142 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 dealers will replace the hood assembly free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is an unexpected hood opening while driving. The defect involves hood-latch striker wires that can fracture. If that happens, the hood can block the driver's view and increase crash risk. Check your VIN before assuming your truck is included.
What if I bought this truck used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. If you never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Silverado or Sierra is included, then call a franchised Chevrolet or GMC dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V142000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-222-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V142 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V142000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (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 →