Head-to-head reliability
Lamborghini Huracan vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the Lamborghini Huracan 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
Lamborghini Huracan vs Chevrolet Silverado: the Huracan has 2 complaints over 10 years (0.2/year) and 25 recalls, while the Silverado has 8,227 complaints (822.7/year), 101 recalls, 233 crash-related reports, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths. Huracan owners report instrument cluster blackouts; Silverado owners report engine, power train, and brake failures. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Lamborghini Huracan or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Lamborghini Huracan
The Lamborghini Huracan is a low-volume exotic car, so it sees very few complaints over a decade—just 2 total, or about 0.2 per year. The main reported issue is a sudden instrument cluster failure that blacks out speed and gauges while driving, which can be alarming and lead to a tow. There are 25 recalls, mostly for electrical and lighting systems, but no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths in the data. Living with it means expecting rare but potentially serious electrical glitches and recall visits.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a high-volume pickup with 8,227 complaints over 10 years—about 823 per year—and 101 recalls. Owners report a wide range of problems, especially engine and power train issues like rough running, diesel soot buildup, and sudden loss of power or neutral engagement. There are also brake and electrical complaints, including engine shutdowns while driving and reduced braking. The data shows 233 crash-related reports, 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 | Lamborghini Huracan | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 2 Better | 8,227 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 25 Better | 101 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 233 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.2 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.
Lamborghini Huracan
- 01UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
- 03VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
One owner reported the entire instrument cluster going black on the highway, losing speed and gauge readings, and needing a tow. This matters because you could be driving without critical information, and warranty coverage may be disputed.
The same complaint appears under speed control, describing the cluster failure while driving. It suggests the issue can affect how you monitor and control speed, which is a safety concern even if rare.
One complaint is fully redacted, so the exact failure is unknown. It still counts as a reported problem, but buyers should ask for a full pre-purchase inspection since details are hidden.
“[XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)”
Chevrolet Silverado
- 01ENGINE2,521
- 02POWER TRAIN2,347
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1,513
- 04SERVICE BRAKES1,222
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER858
Owners report engine problems like a 6.2L motor failing shortly after purchase and a 6.6L Duramax diesel repeatedly clogging its particulate filter with soot, requiring dealer service. These can leave you stranded or facing repeated repairs.
Complaints include a new truck suddenly shifting into neutral while driving slowly uphill and a 6.2L engine issue that also affects power delivery. A sudden loss of drive can be dangerous in traffic or parking garages.
Owners describe severe braking loss with a firm pedal and the engine shutting off while driving, showing 'Return to Neutral' and 'Press Start' messages. These electrical faults can disable power and braking assistance unexpectedly.
Reports include sudden loss of normal braking and a truck shutting off with blank screens and no acceleration in a parking lot. Brake and shutdown issues are serious because they reduce your ability to stop or move out of harm's way.
“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.
Lamborghini Huracan — 25 recalls
The defect: Lamborghini (Automobili Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Huracan vehicles. In temperatures below 41°F, the rearview camera may not display due to a software error in the infotainment system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan…
The risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 6, 2021. Owners may contact Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Lamborghini's number for this recall is L62X-…
The defect: Lamborghini (Automobili Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Huracan vehicles. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federa…
The risk: Improperly adjusted headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install the missing blanking caps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2022. Owners may contact Automobili Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Automobili Lamborghini's number for this re…
The defect: Lamborghini (Automobili Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2015-2024 Huracan vehicles. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk: Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the software to deactivate the headlight functions for Tourist Mode and the Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2024. Owners may contact Lamborghini c…
The defect: Lamborghini (Automobili Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2015-2024 Huracan vehicles. The headlights may be incorrectly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk: Incorrectly adjusted headlights can reduce the visibility of oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the software to deactivate the headlight functions for Tourist Mode and the Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS), free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 6, 2024. Owners may contact Lamborghini c…
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
Lamborghini Huracan or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The Lamborghini Huracan has far fewer issues per year—about 0.2 complaints annually versus roughly 823 for the Chevrolet Silverado. In practice, the Silverado generates thousands more owner reports, including crashes, injuries, and deaths, while the Huracan's data shows none of those outcomes. That difference means a Silverado buyer is much more likely to encounter a reported problem, though both vehicles have recalls.
Key differences
- The Huracan has 2 complaints over 10 years and 0 crash-related reports, while the Silverado has 8,227 complaints, 233 crash-related reports, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths.
- Huracan owners report a sudden instrument cluster blackout, whereas Silverado owners report engine failures, diesel soot buildup, sudden neutral shifts, and brake loss.
- The Silverado has 101 recalls versus 25 for the Huracan, and its recalls include fuel pump and forward collision warning issues.
- The Huracan's top components are electrical, speed control, and unknown; the Silverado's are engine, power train, electrical, and service brakes.
- Check the instrument cluster and all gauges for any flickering, blackouts, or warning lights, since owners report total cluster failure while driving.
- Ask for proof that all 25 recalls—especially electrical and headlight recalls—were completed, and test drive to confirm speedometer and display function.
- Listen for engine roughness, check for diesel particulate filter warning lights or soot-related messages, and ask for service records on any 6.2L or 6.6L Duramax repairs.
- Test the brakes firmly at low speed and watch for any engine shutdown or 'Return to Neutral' messages, as owners report sudden brake loss and stalling.
Before you buy
- Run the VIN on NHTSA.gov to see all open recalls for the specific Huracan or Silverado you are considering.
- For the Huracan, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the electrical system, instrument cluster, and any stored fault codes.
- For the Silverado, request a compression or engine health check, especially on 6.2L and 6.6L Duramax models, and review diesel particulate filter service history.
- Test drive both vehicles on a highway and in a parking lot, specifically watching for gauge blackouts, sudden neutral shifts, engine shutdowns, and brake feel.
- Ask the seller for all warranty and repair records, and confirm whether any reported issues like cluster failure or brake loss were already addressed.
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 | Lamborghini Huracan | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 527 |
| 2023 | 1 | 450 |
| 2022 | 0 | 1390 |
| 2021 | 0 | 961 |
| 2020 | 1 | 868 |
| 2019 | 0 | 2003 |
| 2018 | 0 | 597 |
| 2017 | 0 | 1154 |
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 Lamborghini Huracan or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Lamborghini Huracan vs Chevrolet Silverado
- Lamborghini Huracan total complaints
- 2
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 8,227
- Lamborghini Huracan total recalls
- 25
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 101
- Lamborghini Huracan avg complaints/year
- 0.2
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 822.7
- More reliable overall
- Lamborghini Huracan
- Lamborghini Huracan top complaint area
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE