NHTSA Recall 24V894000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
General Motors, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 131,231 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Chevrolet Silverado 2500.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V894000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | N242469160 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › TAILGATE › LATCH |
| Report received | November 26, 2024 |
| Owner notification | December 17, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra HD 2500, 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently unlatching while the vehicle is in Park.
Safety risk
An unlatched tailgate may open and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242469160. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA Recall 24V-060.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V894000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 2024 |
| Chevrolet Silverado 3500 | 2024 |
| GMC Sierra 2500 | 2024 |
| GMC Sierra 3500 | 2024 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.