Head-to-head reliability
Infiniti FX37 vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the Infiniti FX37 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
Infiniti FX37 vs Chevrolet Silverado: The FX37 has 5 complaints over 1 year and 0 recalls, while the Silverado has 8,227 complaints over 10 years and 101 recalls. Silverado reports include 233 crashes and 160 injuries; the FX37 has none. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Infiniti FX37 or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Infiniti FX37
The Infiniti FX37 is a luxury SUV with very few complaints on file—just 5 over one year, averaging 5 per year. There are no recalls, no crashes, and no injuries reported. Owners mainly report air bag warning lights, fuel gauge inaccuracies, and occasional transmission or acceleration issues. This suggests a relatively low reported problem rate, but the small sample size means any single issue could be more common than it appears.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a full-size pickup with a massive complaint volume: 8,227 over 10 years, averaging about 823 per year. It has 101 recalls, 233 crash-related reports, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths. The most common problem areas are the engine, power train, electrical system, and brakes. Owners describe serious issues like engine shutdowns, loss of braking, and transmission problems, often on very new trucks.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Infiniti FX37 | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 5 Better | 8,227 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 0 Better | 101 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 233 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 5.0 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.
Infiniti FX37
- 01AIR BAGS2
- 02FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM2
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
- 04POWER TRAIN1
Owners report a flashing passenger air bag alert on the dash that dealers cannot reset, often leading to forum discussions about similar issues. This matters because an air bag warning light can mean the air bag may not deploy in a crash.
One owner ran out of fuel on the highway even though the gauge showed a quarter tank left, requiring about $350 to replace both sending units. A faulty fuel gauge can leave you stranded and is a safety risk.
An owner reported the engine light on and transmission fluid at high temperature with error code P0710. This points to a possible transmission overheating issue that could lead to costly repairs.
A 2013 FX37 owner experienced failure to accelerate when pressing the pedal, with no warning lights, and the problem recurred multiple times. This sudden loss of power can be dangerous in traffic.
“just bought this car, no warranty, noticed the ? passenger air bag alert flashing on the dash, dealer where I bought the car tried to reset it, but was unable to, suggested to take it to dealership and get it checked. But looking on a forum, noted several sim…”
“ENGINE LIGHT ON AND TRANSMISSION FLUID IS AT A HIGH TEMPERATURE WITH ERROR CODE P0710.”
Chevrolet Silverado
- 01ENGINE2,521
- 02POWER TRAIN2,347
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1,513
- 04SERVICE BRAKES1,222
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER858
Owners of 2026 Silverados report engine shutdowns while driving, sometimes with messages like 'Return to Neutral' or 'Press Start.' Others with the 6.6L Duramax diesel experienced repeated diesel particulate filter soot accumulation events requiring dealer service. These issues can leave you stranded and are expensive to fix.
A 2026 Silverado with less than 300 miles suddenly went into neutral while driving slowly uphill in a parking garage. Another owner reported failure to accelerate. Transmission problems on a new truck are a major reliability concern.
Owners report sudden, severe loss of normal braking with a firm pedal but ineffective stopping, as well as the engine shutting off while driving. Electrical glitches that affect brakes or engine power are serious safety hazards.
One owner experienced complete loss of braking shortly after dropping a child at school, and another had the truck shut off with all screens blank while barely applying throttle in a parking lot. Brake failures can lead to crashes and injuries.
“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.
Infiniti FX37
No recalls on record.
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
Infiniti FX37 or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The Infiniti FX37 has far fewer issues per year (5 vs. 823) and no recalls, crashes, injuries, or deaths in the data. The Silverado's much higher complaint rate and serious safety-related reports mean it carries a higher risk of costly and dangerous problems. In practice, the FX37 appears to have a lower reported problem burden, but the small sample size means you should still inspect carefully.
Key differences
- The Infiniti FX37 has 5 complaints over 1 year and 0 recalls, while the Chevrolet Silverado has 8,227 complaints over 10 years and 101 recalls.
- Silverado complaints include 233 crash-related reports, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths; the FX37 has none of these in its data.
- FX37 owners report air bag warning lights and fuel gauge inaccuracies; Silverado owners report engine shutdowns, brake loss, and transmission failures.
- The Silverado's most common problem areas are engine (2,521 complaints) and power train (2,347), while the FX37's top areas are air bags and fuel system (2 each).
- Check for a flashing passenger air bag warning light on the dash—owners report it cannot be reset by dealers.
- Test the fuel gauge accuracy by filling the tank and noting if it reads incorrectly; one owner ran out of fuel with a quarter tank showing.
- Look for any signs of engine shutdowns or electrical glitches, such as warning messages like 'Return to Neutral' or 'Press Start' appearing while driving.
- Test the brakes carefully for any loss of braking power or a firm pedal with reduced stopping ability, as owners reported sudden brake failure.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and check for any open recalls, especially on the Silverado.
- Have a certified mechanic inspect the air bag system and fuel sending units on the FX37.
- For the Silverado, scan for stored error codes related to the engine, transmission, and brakes, and test-drive at various speeds.
- Ask the seller for maintenance records, especially for transmission fluid changes and diesel particulate filter service on the Silverado.
- Verify that all safety recalls have been performed and get written confirmation from a dealer.
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 Infiniti FX37 or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Infiniti FX37 vs Chevrolet Silverado
- Infiniti FX37 total complaints
- 5
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 8,227
- Infiniti FX37 total recalls
- 0
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 101
- Infiniti FX37 avg complaints/year
- 5.0
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 822.7
- More reliable overall
- Infiniti FX37
- Infiniti FX37 top complaint area
- AIR BAGS
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE