Recall 24V626 affects 38 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 trucks because the trailer hitch bracket can fail. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
Chevrolet is recalling 38 2024 Silverado 1500 trucks because the rear bumper mounting bracket is not sufficient for towing. The defect can let a trailer detach while driving, which increases the risk of a crash, and Chevrolet dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear body and bumper mounting brackets on the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fasten the service body and rear bumper to the chassis frame. When a trailer is connected, those brackets also carry towing forces through the hitch area, so the rear structure has to stay square and firmly attached under load.
On affected trucks, the installed rear body and bumper brackets were not rated for hitch loads. That means the brackets were used in a towing setup they were not designed to handle. Under trailer load, the rear bumper area can shift or fail, which can let the trailer detach from the truck.
Owners can look for the rear bumper sagging, sitting out of square, or pulling away from its normal position. Stress fractures on the rear body mounting plates near the bumper side of the brackets are also warning signs.
Who's affected?
| 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | Trailer hitches |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 38 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
Not every 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pickup truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the rear bumper mounting area sags, sits out of square, or shows stress fractures, the trailer hitch area needs attention before towing. A trailer that separates while driving increases the risk of a crash. Avoid towing until a Chevrolet dealer checks the brackets and hitch. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to schedule the free rear bumper mounting bracket and hitch replacement that addresses the trailer-detachment risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Chevrolet mailed one. If not, reference recall number 24V626 when you call.
- Avoid towing until the rear bumper mounting bracket and hitch replacement is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chevrolet technician replaces the rear bumper mounting bracket and hitch covered by the recall. Parts and labor are covered, and the dealer repair is free. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the affected vehicles are under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| August 21, 2024 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 21, 2024 | Dealer notification began |
| August 21, 2024 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| September 30, 2024 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 1, 2024 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 24V626?
Recall 24V626 covers 38 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 vehicles with a rear bumper mounting bracket that is not sufficient for towing. A trailer can detach from the vehicle while driving, increasing crash risk. Chevrolet dealers will replace the rear bumper mounting bracket and hitch for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 24V626. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to schedule replacement of the rear bumper mounting bracket and hitch. Reference recall number 24V626 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair the defect at no cost, and the remedy for recall 24V626 is a free rear bumper mounting bracket and hitch replacement at a franchised Chevrolet dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The towing risk is trailer separation while driving. In recall 24V626, the rear bumper mounting bracket is not sufficient for towing, allowing the trailer to detach and increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, avoid towing until the dealer completes the free repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/24V626000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-810-7252 |
| NHTSA recall # | 24V626 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 24V626000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →