Head-to-head reliability
Ferrari 360 vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the Ferrari 360 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 360 vs Chevrolet Silverado: The Ferrari 360 has 8 complaints over 6 years (1.3/year) and 1 recall, while the Silverado has 8,227 complaints over 10 years (822.7/year) and 101 recalls. Silverado reports include 233 crash-related complaints and 3 deaths; Ferrari 360 reports show 1 crash-related complaint and 0 deaths. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Ferrari 360 or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Ferrari 360
The Ferrari 360 is a high-performance exotic car that sees very few miles and few complaints—only 8 over 6 years. Owners report serious issues like engine smoke, sudden power loss, electrical fires, and fuel leaks, often requiring dealer attention. With just 1 recall and 1 crash-related complaint, it's a low-volume machine where each problem can be costly and dangerous.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a full-size pickup with a massive complaint volume: 8,227 over 10 years, averaging 823 per year. Owners report engine failures, transmission problems, electrical glitches, and brake loss, with 233 crash-related complaints and 3 deaths. It's a high-production vehicle with widespread, recurring issues across many model years.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Ferrari 360 | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 8 Better | 8,227 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 1 Better | 101 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 1 Better | 233 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 1.3 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 360
- 01ENGINE3
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
- 03FUEL SYSTEM2
- 04GASOLINE2
- 05STRUCTURE1
Owners report smoke from the rear and a temperature sensor that falsely triggers a 'slow down' mode, cutting power from 8 to 4 cylinders. This can leave you stranded or unable to complete a pass, as one owner described nearly getting killed.
Complaints include violent bucking and lurching in first gear, plus a battery wiring harness that overheated and caused a fire in the passenger footwell. These are sudden, dangerous failures that can happen without warning.
Multiple owners report fuel line leaks into the trunk that then drip onto the muffler, creating a fire risk. A recall was performed for this, so verify it was done on any car you consider.
“ON A SUNDAY AFTERNOON, I WAS GOING FOR A DRIVE ON THE 605 FREEWAY. ABOUT 15 MINUTES LATER ON THE FREEWAY, I GOT OFF THE FREEWAY TO HEAD TOWARDS THE BEACH. WHILE I WAS STUCK ON A RED LIGHT I SAW SMOKE COMING OUT OF THE REAR OF MY FERRARI. I PULLED OVER IMMEDIA…”
“WHILE PASSING A TRUCK ON A TWO LANE HIGHWAY APPARENTLY THE TEMPERATURE SENSOR FALSELY EXECUTED A "SLOW DOWN" MODE THAT REDUCED 8 CYLINDERS TO 4 DEPOWERING THE CAR AND NEARLY GETTING ME KILLED AS I COULD NOT COMPLETE THE PASS. PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT AND DEALE…”
Chevrolet Silverado
- 01ENGINE2,521
- 02POWER TRAIN2,347
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1,513
- 04SERVICE BRAKES1,222
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER858
Owners of newer Silverados report engine shutdowns while driving, with messages like 'Return to Neutral' and 'Press Start.' Others cite excessive soot accumulation in the diesel particulate filter, requiring repeated dealer visits.
Complaints include a vehicle suddenly going into neutral while driving slowly uphill, and transmission issues after very low mileage. This can leave you unable to accelerate or move, even in parking lots.
Owners describe sudden, severe loss of normal braking with a firm pedal but reduced stopping power, as well as the engine shutting off while driving. These electrical faults can disable critical safety systems.
Reports include complete loss of braking effectiveness and the truck shutting off with blank screens during low-speed maneuvers. Brake problems at any speed are a major safety concern.
“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 360 — 1 recall
The defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ENGINE GROUND STRAP WAS MANUFACTURED IMPROPERLY. AS A RESULT OF THE IMPROPER "CRIMPING" OF THE GROUND STRAP CONNECTORS TO THE BRAIDED GROUND STRAP, THE ENGINE GROUND STRAP MAY NOT PROVIDE THE PROPER ELECTRICAL GROUND BETWEEN THE ENGINE AND THE CHASSIS.
The risk: IF THE STRAP FAILS TO PROVIDE THE PROPER GROUND TO THE CHASSIS, THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WILL SEEK A GROUND AT THE IGNITION COIL. THE VEHICLE'S IGNITION COIL GROUND CABLE COULD OVERHEAT AND COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STOP. IF THE ENGINE STOPPE…
The fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE EXISTING ENGINE GROUND STRAP AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STRAP WITH A NEW ONE WHICH HAS THE PROPER CONNECTOR CRIMPING. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEA…
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…
The defect: General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Cou…
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 360 or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The Ferrari 360 has far fewer issues per year (1.3 vs. 822.7), but each complaint tends to be severe and expensive. The Silverado's huge complaint volume means many owners face recurring problems, including crashes and deaths. In practice, the Ferrari is a low-mileage exotic with rare but serious faults, while the Silverado is a mass-market truck with widespread, frequent failures.
Key differences
- The Ferrari 360 averages 1.3 complaints per year; the Silverado averages 822.7 per year—a massive gap in reported problem frequency.
- Ferrari 360 complaints center on engine smoke, electrical fires, and fuel leaks; Silverado complaints include engine shutdowns, transmission failures, and brake loss.
- The Silverado has 101 recalls and 233 crash-related complaints; the Ferrari 360 has 1 recall and 1 crash-related complaint.
- Silverado reports include 160 injuries and 3 deaths; Ferrari 360 reports show 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
- Check for any signs of fuel leaks in the trunk or near the muffler, and confirm the fuel line recall was completed.
- Inspect the battery wiring harness and fuse block area for overheating, melted covers, or fire damage in the passenger footwell.
- Test drive at low speeds and in parking lots to see if the truck unexpectedly shifts to neutral or shuts off.
- Check for brake pedal feel and any warning messages about braking or engine shutdown; ask for service records on diesel particulate filter issues.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all open recalls are addressed, especially the Ferrari's fuel line and electrical recalls.
- Have a qualified mechanic inspect the Ferrari for engine smoke, electrical harness damage, and fuel leaks before purchase.
- For the Silverado, test drive extensively, including highway and parking lot maneuvers, to check for transmission, brake, and engine shutdown symptoms.
- Ask for maintenance records, especially for the Silverado's diesel particulate filter and any engine or transmission repairs.
- Consider a third-party warranty for either vehicle, as both have reported costly failures even at low mileage.
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 360 or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Ferrari 360 vs Chevrolet Silverado
- Ferrari 360 total complaints
- 8
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 8,227
- Ferrari 360 total recalls
- 1
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 101
- Ferrari 360 avg complaints/year
- 1.3
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 822.7
- More reliable overall
- Ferrari 360
- Ferrari 360 top complaint area
- ENGINE
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE