There are no safety recalls for the 2016 Chevrolet 3500, but owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA.
2016 Chevrolet 3500 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Steering | 2 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 54,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2016 Chevrolet 3500 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Vehicle Speed Control · at 62,000 miles · reported Sep 17, 2024
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Low Cab Forward truck. The contact stated that an employee had started the vehicle while parked and placed the vehicle in drive (D), the vehicle independently accelerated and crashed into 2 vehicles parked in front of the contact's vehicle. The contact stated that the employee had not noticed any warning lights. The contact stated that his vehicle had crashed into the front ends of the 2 vehicles and had crushed the hoods front bumper and grills on both vehicles and had pushed both vehicles aside. The contact stated that his vehicle had sustained damage to the…
Steering · at 54,000 miles · reported Aug 8, 2020
At 54,000 miles, noticed 2-3 inches in play in the steering wile driving the vehicle. Now that the steering has loosened, it is a continual issue. I have not had it diagnosed yet. However, in reading other complaints on this site, this seems to be a design error. As this is dangerous. The NHTSA should force GM to issue a recall.
Steering · at 13,000 miles · reported Dec 9, 2019
I reported to my dealer charper chevrolet nov. 2018,I had roughly 23k miles,that my 2016 chevy 3500 had developed a wobble, shake whatever you could call it. They investigated and told me my tires possibly had broken belts the tires had plenty of tread left. I was told if I could deal with the shake till I get new tires so be it. I rode them till july 2019 got 6 new michelin 235/80/17 ltx a/t2 tire package. They rode ok still had a little shake to start then it got worse the more I drove. Let me say it never shook all the time it would come and go. Sometimes when I headed for work in the…
Service Brakes · at 37,000 miles · reported Jan 27, 2019
Bought a new 2016 chev 3500 duly diesel truck. At about 14k miles we found brake fluid and had to have the truck towed to shop. They fixed for free. About 7k miles after the breaks totally went out while driving. At 26k found fluid again but in the back. Shop blamed break pads said no known issues. Fixed back brakes. 37k fluid everywhere and brakes totally out. Gm not taking responsibility. Large truck on road that brakes have failed four times. Total break failure several times can not be normal
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Chevrolet 3500 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2016 Chevrolet 3500 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Chevrolet 3500?
Owners report steering problems most often (2 reports), followed by service brakes (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 54,000 miles.
Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.