2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: Electrical System complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 29 owner complaints for the 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 that list the electrical system component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11746427 (filed 06/25/2026): “Air bag code and light on dash code b0085-00 . code is set when the key is in on position and the door is opened. left front side impact sensor. i am a master technician and determined wiring problem between the driver door and cab . performed search on line common problem. this is a safety issue an…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11621561 (filed 10/23/2024): “I just bought this truck in june of 2024. this was a bad dealer because he knowingly sold me the truck with severe frame damage and let me drive a dangerous truck off the lot. i cannot deem it as a total loss to have it replaced because it falls under “wear and tear”. i now have to pay for the truck…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11597914 (filed 07/01/2024): “My trailer brake service light is on and my trailer brakes don’t work . that’s about all i can think of and haven’t been able to figure out the fix.…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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