Head-to-head reliability
KIA Amanti vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the KIA Amanti 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
KIA Amanti vs Chevrolet Silverado: The Amanti averages 41 complaints per year with 4 recalls, while the Silverado averages 823 complaints per year with 101 recalls. Both have crash-related reports, but the Silverado's higher volume means more frequent issues, though many are recalled. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the KIA Amanti or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
KIA Amanti
The KIA Amanti is a low-volume sedan with 247 complaints over 6 years, averaging about 41 per year. Owners frequently report unintended acceleration, airbag warning lights, transmission shifting problems, and electrical glitches like dead batteries and sunroofs opening on their own. With 4 recalls all for brake light switches, the Amanti's main risks are sudden acceleration and brake light failure, which can be alarming in daily driving.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a high-volume truck with 8,227 complaints over 10 years, averaging about 823 per year. Common owner reports include engine stalling or failure, transmission problems, electrical shutdowns, and brake issues. With 101 recalls covering fuel pumps, tires, and forward collision warnings, the Silverado's issues are more frequent and varied, though many are addressed by recalls.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | KIA Amanti | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 247 Better | 8,227 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 4 Better | 101 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 22 Better | 233 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 41.2 Better | 822.7 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 21 Better | 160 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 1 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.
KIA Amanti
- 01VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL56
- 02AIR BAGS39
- 03POWER TRAIN38
- 04ELECTRICAL SYSTEM34
- 05ENGINE24
Owners report sudden unintended acceleration, such as a car accelerating while braking into a parking spot and not responding to brakes. This can lead to crashes and injuries, making it a critical safety concern.
Complaints include airbag warning lights staying on constantly, with some owners told their vehicle isn't covered by recalls. This means the airbag may not deploy in a crash, increasing injury risk.
Owners describe transmission shifting issues where the car won't engage drive, and engine dying at highway speeds without warning. These failures can leave you stranded or cause dangerous deceleration in traffic.
Reports include batteries draining when the car sits, sunroofs opening by themselves, and electronic panels failing. These glitches can be frustrating and may indicate deeper wiring problems.
“THE DATE BELOW REFERS TO MOST RECENT EVENT. THIS HAS HAPPENED AROUND 10 TIMES SINCE I HAVE OWNED THE VEHICLE (2007 KIA AMANTI PURCHASED NEW). IN THE MOST RECENT EVENT I COULD NOT STOP THE CAR FROM RUNNING A RED LIGHT, ENTERING AN INTERSECTION AND NEARLY HAD A…”
“When pulling into a parking spot and with my foot on the break, the car suddenly accelerated. The car did not react to my breaking. The car kept moving forward over a sidewalk, over the curb on the street, into the back end of a pickup parked on the road I wa…”
Chevrolet Silverado
- 01ENGINE2,521
- 02POWER TRAIN2,347
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1,513
- 04SERVICE BRAKES1,222
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER858
Owners report engine failures and stalling, including a 2026 Silverado with a 6.2L motor breaking down far from home, and diesel particulate filter soot accumulation requiring dealer service. These issues can leave you stranded and lead to costly repairs.
Complaints include a new truck suddenly going into neutral in a parking garage and transmission problems. This can cause loss of power and control, especially at low speeds.
Owners describe sudden loss of braking with a firm pedal, and engines shutting off while driving with messages like 'Return to Neutral'. These electrical faults can disable critical safety systems.
Reports include severe loss of braking where the pedal remains firm but braking is ineffective, and trucks shutting off completely in parking lots. Brake failure is a serious safety hazard.
“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.
KIA Amanti — 4 recalls
The defect: HUYNDAI-KIA IS RECALLING 139,844 MY 2006-2007- SEDONA, SPORTAGE, SORENTO AND MY RONDO AND AMANTI VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED OR MAY CAUSE THE…
The risk: ANY OF THESE MALFUNCTIONS, ALONE OR IN COMBINATION, MAY LEAD TO A CRASH.
The fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA'S CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-333-4542.
The defect: Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 201…
The risk: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved…
The fix: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's…
The defect: Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 201…
The risk: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved…
The fix: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's…
The defect: Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 201…
The risk: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved…
The fix: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's…
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
KIA Amanti or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The KIA Amanti has far fewer complaints per year (about 41 vs. 823 for the Silverado), but its issues often involve sudden acceleration and brake light recalls. The Silverado's higher volume means more frequent problems, but many are covered by its 101 recalls. In practice, the Amanti may have fewer overall incidents, but the Silverado's issues are more likely to be addressed through recalls.
Key differences
- The KIA Amanti has 247 complaints over 6 years, while the Chevrolet Silverado has 8,227 over 10 years, meaning the Silverado generates about 20 times more complaints per year.
- Amanti owners frequently report unintended acceleration and brake light switch recalls, whereas Silverado owners report engine stalling, transmission failures, and electrical shutdowns.
- The Silverado has 101 recalls covering fuel pumps, tires, and forward collision warnings, while the Amanti has only 4 recalls, all for brake light switches.
- Both vehicles have crash-related complaints and deaths, but the Silverado's higher volume means more overall incidents, though many are addressed by recalls.
- Check for any history of unintended acceleration by test-driving at low speeds and ensuring the brake pedal firmly stops the car; ask if the brake light switch recall was performed.
- Inspect the airbag warning light—if it stays on, the airbag may not deploy, and confirm whether any recalls apply to your specific VIN.
- Look for signs of engine issues like rough idling or stalling, and check for diesel particulate filter warnings if it's a Duramax; ask for service records.
- Test the brakes thoroughly for any loss of braking power, and check for electrical gremlins like screens going blank or messages to 'Return to Neutral'.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and check for open recalls on the NHTSA website using the VIN.
- Have a mechanic inspect the brake system, including the brake light switch on the Amanti and brake performance on the Silverado.
- For the Amanti, test the transmission for smooth shifting and check for any unintended acceleration during a test drive.
- For the Silverado, scan for engine error codes and check the diesel particulate filter if equipped, and test all electrical functions.
- Ask the seller for maintenance records and specifically inquire about any past repairs related to the reported complaint areas.
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 KIA Amanti or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- KIA Amanti vs Chevrolet Silverado
- KIA Amanti total complaints
- 247
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 8,227
- KIA Amanti total recalls
- 4
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 101
- KIA Amanti avg complaints/year
- 41.2
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 822.7
- More reliable overall
- KIA Amanti
- KIA Amanti top complaint area
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE