Chevrolet Silverado vs Ford F150
For 2005–2022 models, the Chevrolet Silverado has 1.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 17.1 for the Ford F150. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2005–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Chevrolet Silverado
1.3 complaints per 10,000 sold
92% fewer than the Ford F150
- Complaints
- 1,272
- Sold
- 9,554,152
- Recall campaigns
- 21
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2006–2009. Fewest: 2018–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Calipers, hoses and lines
Typically around 92,325 mi · repair $230–$880
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 60,400 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 56,250 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 45,000 mi
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ABS module and wheel speed sensors
Typically around 78,000 mi · repair $660–$1,260
Ford F150
17.1 complaints per 10,000 sold
13.2× the Chevrolet Silverado’s rate
- Complaints
- 22,459
- Sold
- 13,113,442
- Recall campaigns
- 98
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Most complaints: 2011–2013 and 2018. Fewest: 2006–2009. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 89,000 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 50,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 38,869 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 59,845 mi
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Master cylinder and booster
Typically around 50,290 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Silverado or the Ford F150?
For 2005–2022 models, the Chevrolet Silverado has 1.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Ford F150 has 17.1, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Chevrolet Silverado?
The most-reported problem on the Chevrolet Silverado is calipers, hoses and lines, typically around 92,325 miles; the repair typically runs $230–$880.
What is the most common problem on the Ford F150?
The most-reported problem on the Ford F150 is harsh, delayed or erratic shifting, typically around 89,000 miles.
Which Chevrolet Silverado and Ford F150 years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chevrolet Silverado: 2006–2009; Ford F150: 2011–2013 and 2018.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.