2018-2026 Chevrolet 6500XD/Ftr Recall 25V719: Bracket Bolts

Recall 25V719 covers 17,084 2018-2026 Chevrolet 6500XD, Ftr, 7500XD, and Fvr vehicles for stabilizer bracket bolts. Free repair at a Chevrolet dealer once available.

What's wrong?

The stabilizer bar bracket on affected 6500XD, Ftr, 7500XD, and Fvr vehicles holds the stabilizer bar to the frame. The stabilizer bar helps the front suspension control body lean as the truck turns, crosses uneven ground, or moves in and out of a driveway. The bracket and its mounting studs need to sit flat and carry that load together.

In this recall, the bracket's inside dimensions were not made to the design specification. Because the bracket does not fully seat against the stabilizer plate, tightening the mounting studs pulls the parts together under extra stress. That stress weakens the studs over time, and the bracket can crack, break, or detach from the vehicle.

Owners can hear a metallic clunking or banging noise from the front end. It is most likely while driving over rough terrain or when entering or leaving an incline or decline, such as a driveway.

Who's affected?

Covers 6500XD, Ftr, 7500XD, and Fvr trucks across 2018-2026, with both front suspension and rear suspension bracket components in scope.

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.

What's the safety risk?

A detached axle stabilizer bracket can fall from the vehicle and create a road hazard for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. A metallic clunking or banging noise from the front end is the warning sign listed for rough terrain or driveway grades. Schedule service promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer once available.

What should I do?

1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2026 Chevrolet 6500XD, Ftr, 7500XD, or Fvr is included in this recall.
2. Wait for the second owner notice before scheduling the stabilizer bar bracket repair.
3. Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer after the final repair notice opens scheduling for the free bracket replacement.
4. Reference recall number 25V719 when you call, and bring the owner notice if Chevrolet has mailed one.
5. Keep the truck out of service if you see a loose or detached axle stabilizer bracket, and ask the dealer what to do before driving it.

What happens at the repair

The final dealer repair is not open for every affected vehicle yet. Once the remedy is available, a Chevrolet technician will replace the stabilizer bar brackets at no charge. Parts and labor are covered under recall 25V719. If you already paid for repairs to address this bracket condition, use the reimbursement form included with the customer notification to request repayment under the recall terms. Keep prior repair paperwork with your service records.

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Source documents

• Download Quarterly Report (PDF) · RCLQRT
• Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) · RIONL
• Download Owner Notice (PDF) · RCMN
• Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) · RCRIT
• Download Recall Report (PDF) · RCLRPT
• Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) · RCHRN
• Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) · RSSN
• Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) · RCONL
• Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF) · RCAK

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →