2022 Chevrolet Silverado vs 2022 Toyota Tacoma

On the public data alone the Tacoma edges it 4–2.

2022 Chevrolet Silverado

The 2022 Chevrolet Silverado is sold in the U.S. as a gas and diesel pickup truck with 38 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Silverado 2W…

2022 Toyota Tacoma

The 2022 Toyota Tacoma is sold in the U.S. as a gas pickup truck with 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Tacoma 2WD, is EPA-rated at 21…

	2022 Chevrolet Silverado	2022 Toyota Tacoma
Segment	Pickup truck	Pickup truck
Powertrains	Gas, Diesel	Gas
Best combined mpg	26	21
Safety Signal	35	81
NHTSA recalls	9	3
Critical recalls	2	0
Owner complaints	734	57
NHTSA overall stars	5	4

Green cells mark the better value on that row. Complaint counts scale with sales volume; treat them as a pattern signal, not a verdict. Sources: EPA, NHTSA.

Recalls at a glance

Source: NHTSA

Silverado

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Power Train

N252516560

1,055 vehicles

ProblemGeneral Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500, 3500, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under recall 24V797. The transmission control valve may fail and cause the rear wheels to lock up.RiskRear wheel lock up increases the risk of a crash.FixDealers will inspect the vehicles and update the transmission control software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252516560. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 12, 2026.

NHTSA campaign 26V083000reported Feb 12, 2026General Motors, LLC

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Service Brakes, Hydraulic

N242482680

Park outside62,468 vehicles

ProblemGeneral Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Chevrolet Silverado Medium Duty 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD vehicles. The brake pressure sensor assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch and cause a short circuit.RiskAn electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.FixOwners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the brake pressure switch wire harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 11, 2025. Owners may contact GM customer assistance number at 1-866-467-9700. GM's number for this recall is N242482680. Vehicles in this recall that were previously repaired under 23V266 will need to have the new remedy completed.

NHTSA campaign 25V390000reported Jun 12, 2025General Motors, LLC

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Engine And Engine Cooling

N252494000

597,571 vehicles

ProblemGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.RiskEngine failure increases the risk of a crash.FixDealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number

NHTSA campaign 25V274000reported Apr 24, 2025General Motors, LLC

Tacoma

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Power Train

24TB05 / 24TA05

381,199 vehicles

ProblemToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturer (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. The axle shaft sub-assembly may separate from the axle housing due to debris causing improperly secured fasteners.RiskAxle shaft separation can cause a loss of vehicle stability and brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.FixDealers will inspect the rear axle assembly, tighten the axle retaining nuts as necessary, and repair or replace any damaged components, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 24TB05 and 24TA05.

NHTSA campaign 24V152000reported Feb 27, 2024Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

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Child Seat

22TB09/ 22TA09

75,316 vehicles

ProblemToyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Tacoma vehicles. One or more of the individual welds in the upper child seat anchors may be insufficient. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage System."RiskAn insufficient weld may prevent the child seat from being anchored properly, allowing the seat to move during a sudden stop or crash, increasing the risk of injury.FixDealers will inspect the upper child seat anchors and reweld the child seat anchors, as necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 02, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 22TB09/ 22TA09.

NHTSA campaign 22V520000reported Jul 21, 2022Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

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Equipment

22R1

661 vehicles

ProblemGulf States Toyota, Inc. (GST) is recalling certain 2022 4Runner, Tacoma, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid vehicles. The load carrying capacity modification labels may not be permanent and can fade, becoming illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."RiskAn illegible label may allow the vehicle to be overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.FixGST will notify owners by mail, including a replacement load carrying capacity modification label for their vehicle and detailed replacement instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2022. Owners may contact GST customer service at 1-800-444-1074. GST's number for this recall is 22R1.

NHTSA campaign 22V310000reported May 6, 2022Gulf States Toyota, Inc.