Head-to-head reliability
Ferrari 12cilindri vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the Ferrari 12cilindri and Chevrolet Silverado compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Ferrari 12cilindri vs Chevrolet Silverado: the Ferrari has 0 complaints and 2 glass recalls over 2 years, while the Silverado has 8,227 complaints, 101 recalls, 233 crash-related reports, and 160 injuries over 10 years. The Silverado's engine, power train, electrical, and brake complaints are the main concern. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Ferrari 12cilindri or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Ferrari 12cilindri
The Ferrari 12cilindri is a low-volume exotic with no owner complaints filed over two years, so there is no reported pattern of parts failing in daily use. Two recalls both involve side and rear glass, which is a visibility concern rather than a mechanical breakdown. In ownership terms, the main reliability story is simply that there is very little public failure data to judge from.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a high-volume truck with 8,227 complaints over ten years, about 823 per year, and 101 recalls. Owner reports cluster around engine, power train, electrical, and brake problems, including stalling, sudden loss of braking, and transmission going into neutral. The data also show 233 crash-related complaints, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths, so these are not just minor annoyances.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Ferrari 12cilindri | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 8,227 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 2 Better | 101 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 233 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 Better | 822.7 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 160 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 3 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Ferrari 12cilindri
No component data available.
The only recall subjects on record for the 12cilindri are side and rear glass. That means the known safety action is about visibility, not engine or drivetrain failure. A buyer should confirm the recall work was completed.
Chevrolet Silverado
- 01ENGINE2,521
- 02POWER TRAIN2,347
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1,513
- 04SERVICE BRAKES1,222
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER858
Owners report engine problems on the 6.2L gas and 6.6L Duramax diesel, including a diesel particulate filter soot accumulation that required dealer service at low mileage. Engine complaints are the largest single category at 2,521. For a buyer, this means checking for repeated emissions-related dealer visits.
Power train complaints total 2,347 and include a truck suddenly going into neutral while driving slowly uphill in a parking garage. Another report describes the engine shutting off and a message telling the driver to return to neutral. These are drivability and control issues that can leave you without power when you need it.
Electrical complaints number 1,513 and include a sudden, severe loss of normal braking where the pedal stayed firm but braking was ineffective. Another owner reports the engine shutting off while driving with a display message to return to neutral. Electrical faults here can affect brakes and engine operation, not just accessories.
Brake complaints total 1,222 and include the same sudden loss of normal braking after dropping a child at school. Another report describes the truck shutting off in a parking lot with all screens blank and no acceleration. Brake-related failures are a direct safety concern for any buyer.
“I purchased the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado with a 6.2L motor "new" from the dealer with 5700 miles on XXX. Roughly a month and 2500 miles later, my family and I were in the vehicle, 750 miles from home, returning from a vacation to [XXX] from the [XXX]/[XXX] ar…”
“My 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 with the 6.6L Duramax diesel has experienced three separate P2463 Diesel Particulate Filter excessive soot accumulation events at approximately 4,300, 5,500, and 10,280 miles. Each event required a Chevrolet dealer to perform…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Ferrari 12cilindri — 2 recalls
The defect: Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2025-2026 12Cilindri vehicles. The rear and side windows have less than 70% light transmittance which can obscure the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard…
The risk: Windows with insufficient light transmittance can impair the driver’s visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ferrari will replace the black rear and side windows, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2026. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. The manufacturer's number for this recall is RC 95.
The defect: Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2025-2026 12Cilindri vehicles. The rear and side windows have less than 70% light transmittance which can obscure the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard…
The risk: Windows with insufficient light transmittance can impair the driver’s visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ferrari will replace the black rear and side windows, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2026. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. The manufacturer's number for this recall is RC 95.
Chevrolet Silverado — 101 recalls
The defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles may not have received an owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, “Child Re…
The risk: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will provide the owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252532020. Vehicle Identifi…
The defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, and GMC Sierra 3500 vehicles with gasoline engines and dual fuel tanks (RPOs L8T and N2N). The rear fuel pump may not transfer adequate fuel to the front tank, causing an engine stall.
The risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: The vehicle's engine control module (ECM) will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782…
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The risk: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-970…
The defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 vehicles equipped with the enhanced towing option and 20-inch accessory tire/wheel package. The tire information label may state the incorrect rear tire pressure, resulting in underinflated tires an…
The risk: Driving with underinflated tires can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect, update the engine control module (ECM) software, apply a tire label overlay, inflate tires to the correct pressure, and perform a tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) re-learn process as necessary, free of charge. Owne…
Buyer analysis
Ferrari 12cilindri or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The Ferrari 12cilindri has 0 complaints per year versus about 823 per year for the Chevrolet Silverado, so the Ferrari has far fewer reported issues per year. In practice, the Silverado's volume means many more owners are reporting engine, power train, electrical, and brake failures, including crashes and injuries. The Ferrari's main known issue is a pair of glass recalls, not a pattern of breakdowns.
Key differences
- The Ferrari 12cilindri has 0 complaints and 2 recalls, both for side and rear glass, while the Silverado has 8,227 complaints and 101 recalls across many systems.
- Silverado owners report engine and power train failures such as diesel particulate filter soot events and sudden neutral engagement, while the Ferrari has no reported mechanical failure pattern.
- Silverado electrical and brake complaints include sudden loss of normal braking and engine shutoff while driving, which are not present in the Ferrari data.
- The Silverado data include 233 crash-related complaints, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths, while the Ferrari data show 0 in each of those categories.
- Confirm both side and rear glass recalls were performed and that the glass is free of cracks or delamination.
- Check for any signs of water leaks around the side and rear glass, since glass recalls can be tied to sealing or adhesion.
- Ask for service records on the diesel particulate filter and any P2463 soot accumulation events, especially on the 6.6L Duramax.
- Test drive at low speed and in parking lots to check for sudden neutral engagement, engine shutoff, or loss of braking assist.
Before you buy
- Run the VIN on the NHTSA recall site and confirm all open recalls are closed, especially the Ferrari glass recalls and the Silverado fuel pump, tire pressure, and forward collision warning recalls.
- For the Silverado, request a pre-purchase inspection that scans for engine, transmission, and brake fault codes and checks for stored P2463 diesel particulate filter codes.
- For the Ferrari, have a specialist inspect the side and rear glass for proper installation and any leaks.
- Ask for a complete ownership and repair history, focusing on repeat engine, electrical, and brake visits for the Silverado.
- Test drive both vehicles in the conditions owners describe: slow parking-lot maneuvers for the Silverado and highway driving for the Ferrari.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | Ferrari 12cilindri | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 120 |
| 2025 | 0 | 157 |
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Ferrari 12cilindri or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Ferrari 12cilindri vs Chevrolet Silverado
- Ferrari 12cilindri total complaints
- 0
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 8,227
- Ferrari 12cilindri total recalls
- 2
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 101
- Ferrari 12cilindri avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 822.7
- More reliable overall
- Ferrari 12cilindri
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE