Head-to-head reliability
Mclaren GT vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the Mclaren GT 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
Mclaren GT vs Chevrolet Silverado: The Mclaren GT has 1 complaint over 7 years and 13 recalls, while the Silverado has 8,227 complaints over 10 years, 101 recalls, and 233 crash-related reports. The Silverado also shows 160 injuries and 3 deaths in the data. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Mclaren GT or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Mclaren GT
The Mclaren GT is a low-volume exotic car, averaging just 0.1 complaints per year over seven years, with only one owner complaint filed. That single complaint is about a cracked passenger-side door hinge that causes the door to misalign, and the owner feared the door could fall off. There are 13 recalls covering brakes, fuel storage, air bags, and ABS control modules, but no crash, injury, or death reports in the data. Living with this car means very few reported problems, but the ones that exist can be serious and expensive to fix.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a high-volume full-size truck with 8,227 complaints over ten years, averaging about 823 per year. The most common complaint areas are the engine (2,521), power train (2,347), electrical system (1,513), and service brakes (1,222). Owners report serious issues like engine shutdowns while driving, sudden loss of braking, and transmission problems at very low mileage. There are also 233 crash-related reports, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths in the data, along with 101 recalls.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Mclaren GT | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 1 Better | 8,227 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 13 Better | 101 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 233 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.1 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.
Mclaren GT
- 01STRUCTURE1
One owner reported a crack in the passenger-side door hinge that caused the door to misalign, and they feared the door could fall off. McLaren acknowledged the problem and redesigned the hinge, but a buyer should still check the door alignment and hinge condition carefully.
“There is a crack in the passenger side door hinge that causes the door to misalign. I fear the door will fall off and cause safety risks. My independent service center confirmed the crack. McLaren has acknowledged the problem and has redesigned the hinge, but…”
Chevrolet Silverado
- 01ENGINE2,521
- 02POWER TRAIN2,347
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1,513
- 04SERVICE BRAKES1,222
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER858
Owners report engine problems including a 6.2L motor issue that left a family stranded 750 miles from home, and a 6.6L Duramax diesel with repeated excessive soot accumulation in the diesel particulate filter at low mileage. These can mean unexpected breakdowns and costly dealer repairs.
Complaints include a truck suddenly going into neutral while driving slowly uphill in a parking garage with less than 300 miles on it, and another where the engine shut off while driving. These transmission and drivetrain failures can leave you unable to move or control the vehicle.
Owners describe a sudden, severe loss of normal braking where the brake pedal stayed firm but braking was ineffective, and another where the engine shut off while driving with a 'Return to Neutral' message. Electrical glitches like these can affect critical safety systems.
Reports include a sudden loss of normal braking shortly after dropping a child at school, and a truck that completely shut off in a parking lot with all screens blank and no acceleration. Brake problems at low speed or after start-up are a serious 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.
Mclaren GT — 13 recalls
The defect: McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2020 570S, GT, 2019 600LT, and 2019-2020 720S vehicles. The brake assembly banjo bolt may be missing the holes that supply brake fluid to the caliper, which would cause the brakes to fail on one corner of the vehicle.
The risk: Brake failure in one corner can cause the vehicle to pull to one side during braking, and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the banjo bolt, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 1, 2021. Owners may contact McLaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916. McLaren's number for this recall is SRC 00 C 001.
The defect: McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2016-2020 720S, 2019 Senna, 2020 GT, and 2017-2019 570GT vehicles. The Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) foam pad underneath the fuel tank may retain moisture and corrode the fuel tank, potentially causing a fuel leak.
The risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: McLaren will notify owners, and dealers will remove the NVH foam pad from the vehicle and inspect the fuel tank. If the fuel tank is found to have corrosion, it will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began J…
The defect: McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McLaren) is recalling certain 2019-2021 McLaren GT vehicles. The driver's air bag and the occupant restraint controller may be improperly connected, which can result in a deactivated driver's air bag that will not deploy in a crash.
The risk: A driver's air bag that does not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the driver's air bag connection, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact McLaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916.
The defect: McLaren Automotive Incorporated (McClaren) is recalling certain 2020-2025 600LT, 720S, Artura, GT, and GTS vehicles. The brake lines may be routed incorrectly and cause the brakes on the incorrect side to activate, possibly resulting in one of the rear wheels locking up.
The risk: A rear wheel locking condition may cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and correct the brake line connections as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 21, 2025. Owners may contact McClaren customer service at 1-646-429-8916.
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
Mclaren GT or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The Mclaren GT has far fewer issues per year (0.1 vs. 822.7) and no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths in the data, while the Chevrolet Silverado has thousands of complaints and hundreds of crash-related reports. In practice, the Silverado is a mass-market truck with many reported problems, whereas the Mclaren GT is a rare exotic with very few complaints but potentially expensive single issues.
Key differences
- The Mclaren GT has 1 complaint over 7 years, while the Chevrolet Silverado has 8,227 complaints over 10 years, a massive difference in reported problem volume.
- The Mclaren GT's only complaint is a cracked door hinge that could cause the door to fall off, while the Silverado's top complaints involve engine shutdowns, transmission failures, and brake loss.
- The Silverado has 233 crash-related reports, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths in the data; the Mclaren GT has 0 in each category.
- The Silverado has 101 recalls covering fuel pumps, tires, and forward collision warnings, while the Mclaren GT has 13 recalls covering brakes, fuel storage, air bags, and ABS modules.
- Inspect the passenger-side door hinge for cracks or misalignment, as one owner reported a crack that caused the door to misalign and feared it could fall off.
- Check for any open recalls on brakes, fuel storage, air bags, and ABS control modules, and confirm they have been repaired.
- Listen for engine noises or check for diesel particulate filter soot accumulation issues, especially on the 6.6L Duramax diesel, as owners reported repeated events at low mileage.
- Test the brakes and electrical system thoroughly, looking for sudden loss of braking, engine shutdowns, or 'Return to Neutral' messages that owners reported.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all recalls have been performed for the specific vehicle.
- Have a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic who specializes in the model, focusing on the door hinge for the Mclaren GT and engine, transmission, brakes, and electrical systems for the Silverado.
- Test drive the vehicle in various conditions, including slow parking lot maneuvers and highway driving, to check for transmission or engine shutdown symptoms.
- Ask the seller for maintenance records, especially for brake and fuel system services, and verify the diesel particulate filter history on diesel Silverados.
- Check the NHTSA website for any additional complaints or recalls by VIN before buying.
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 | Mclaren GT | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0 | 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 Mclaren GT or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Mclaren GT vs Chevrolet Silverado
- Mclaren GT total complaints
- 1
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 8,227
- Mclaren GT total recalls
- 13
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 101
- Mclaren GT avg complaints/year
- 0.1
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 822.7
- More reliable overall
- Mclaren GT
- Mclaren GT top complaint area
- STRUCTURE
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE