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Chevrolet W5500 recalls and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for the Chevrolet W5500, covering model years 2004 to 2009, and no owner complaints filed under this model name.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 7 recall campaigns on file
  • 5 model years with data (2004–2009)
  • latest recall 10V636000 (reported Dec 15, 2010)

Chevrolet W5500 recalls

7 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name W5500, newest first. The 7 campaigns cover model years 2004 to 2009. The 2008 model year appears in the most campaigns (4).

  • 7 recall campaigns
Chevrolet W5500 recall campaigns covering each model year
2004: 1 campaign2005: no campaigns2006: 2 campaigns2007: 3 campaigns2008: 4 campaigns2009: 2 campaigns
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 10V636000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling

    Model years 2006–2007

    Isuzu is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Isuzu NPR, NQR, NRR, GMC W3500, W4500, W5500, and Chevrolet W3500, W4500, and W5500 vehicles. The oil pipe bolts were not tightened properly during the vehicle production process. If not adequately tightened, the bolt may loosen after prolonged vehicle operation, which can result in oil seepage or leakage from the packing seals. In general, as oil is lost, the oil warning lamp will illuminate, and there may be abnormal engine noise and loss of oil can cause engine seizure.

    Consequence:
    If the engine seizes while the vehicle is being driven, the vehicle may experience sudden deceleration leading to an increased risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the packing seals with new ones and the bolt will be tightened with a specified torque. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on January 28, 2011. Owners may contact Isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 09V434000

    Reported

    Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner

    Model year 2008

    E-n-g mobile system is recalling certain model year 2008 Chevrolet W5500, model year 2007-2009 Dodge 3500, model year 2009 mighty mover, model year 2006-2009 Ford E-250, E-350 and E-450, model year 2008-2009 GMC W4500, model year 2007 international 4300, model year 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser vehicles equipped with carrier airv ceiling units, model nos. 68RV0010BA, 68RV0012CA, and 68RV0010EA. The heater element in these assemblies may be defective which could cause the unit to create smoke or sparks.

    Consequence:
    This defect could result in a fire.
    Remedy:
    E-n-g mobile system will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired by carrier free of charge. Please see carrier's defect report 09E-053. The safety recall is expected to begin during December 2009. Owners may contact carrier at 1-877-584-7059 or e-n-g mobile system at 1-925-798-4060.

    Filed by Ford Motor Company

  3. NHTSA campaign 09V091000

    Reported

    Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery › Cables

    Model years 2008–2009

    LDV is recalling 81 trucks built on Chevrolet and Ford MY 2007-2009 C5500, MY 2008-2009 W5500, and MY 2008 F-650 chassis specifically for snap-on tools for use as a mobile supply company. There may be a cable installed on the battery isolator with the body of the cable lug facing the isolator. With all cables tightened down on the stud, this cable lug may be pressed against the cooling fins of the isolator, where contact poses a risk of electrical short which could result in cables overheating.

    Consequence:
    This contact poses a risk of electrical short which could result in cables overheating and a fire could occur.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will conduct a two-step remedy. The first step is to inspect the cable installation to ensure all cables are installed with the lug body facing away from the isolator with none in contact with the cooling fins. The second step is to add a grounding strap or able to he aluminum box to properly ground it and the components mounted within it. The recall began on March 6, 2009. Owners may contact LDV at 608-257-3911.

    Filed by LDV, Inc.

  4. NHTSA campaign 09V042000

    Reported

    Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

    Model years 2008–2009

    Izusu is recalling 2,836 MY 2008-2009 NPR/NQR and NRR, GMC W3500, 4500 and 5500, Chevrolet W3500, 4500 and 5500 trucks. The propeller shaft was manufactured with insufficient high frequency heat treatment. As a result, the affected portion of the propeller shaft may not maintain its durability through the expected vehicle useful life.

    Consequence:
    The propeller shaft could break off while the vehicle is being driving, which would result in the vehicle stalling and coasting to a stop, or loss of vehicle control which could result in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the propeller shaft free of charge. The recall began on March 5, 2009. Owners may contact Isuzu at 1-866-441-9638.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  5. NHTSA campaign 08V344000

    Reported

    Trailer Hitches

    Model years 2007–2008

    Knapheide is recalling 108 MY 2006-2008 pro series truck beds equipped with an icc bumper which included a provision for a ball hitch. There may be an insufficient weld attaching the hitch channel to the supporting structure.

    Consequence:
    This could result in bending of the hitch channel or the hitch could be pulled off the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Knapheide will offer two remedies to its customers: (1) for those customers who do not use the hitch, the hitch will be removed from the truck bed and replaced with an icc bumper; or (2) for those customers who need a hitch, a receiver hitch assembly will be added to the existing hitch assembly and all suspect weld joints will be re welded. The recall began on August 15, 2008. Owners may contact knapheide at 1-877-473-5763.

    Filed by Knapheide Manufacturing Company

  6. NHTSA campaign 08V251000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Diesel

    Model years 2006–2007

    Isuzu is recalling 16,859 MY 2006-2007 Isuzu NPR, NQR, NRR, GMC W3500, W4500, W5500 and Chevrolet W3500, W4500, W5500 trucks equipped with diesel engines. Diesel fuel may seep or leak from the fuel pipe at the upper or lower fuel port on the diesel fuel supply pump.

    Consequence:
    Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the vehicles and if no seepage or leakage is detected, the fuel pipe fittings will be tightened. If seepage or leakage is detected, the fuel supply pump will be replaced with a new one. The recall will begin on June 30, 2008. Owners may contact Isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438..

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  7. NHTSA campaign 05V168000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Diesel › Storage › Tank Assembly

    Model year 2004

    On certain trucks equipped with rpo IK9, due to insufficient durability and testing, the fuel switching manifold solenoids lack water or salt intrusion resistance, which can lead to failure of one or more solenoids. Fuel switching manifold solenoid failure will cause incorrect fuel delivery resulting in fuel overflow from the fuel filler neck.

    Consequence:
    Overflow fuel may result in high amount of diesel fuel leakage. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the solenoid valve assembly with an improved assembly including additional detection circuit and enhanced water resistance free of charge. The recall began on October 27, 2005. Owners may contact Isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.

    Filed by Isuzu Motors Limited

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Chevrolet W5500 questions

3 questions

How many recalls does the Chevrolet W5500 have?

NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recall campaigns for the Chevrolet W5500, covering model years 2004 to 2009. The most recent, 10V636000, was reported on December 15, 2010 and is filed under “Engine and engine cooling”. The 2008 model year is covered by the most campaigns (4).

Which Chevrolet W5500 model years do the recalls cover?

The 7 campaigns cover model years 2004 to 2009. The 2008 model year appears in the most campaigns (4). NHTSA has no owner complaints filed under the model name W5500, so this page has no complaint statistics.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Chevrolet W5500?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Chevrolet dealer.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.