The Consumer Reports 2024 least reliable full-size trucks list is filled with head-scratchers and one big surprise. I have gathered the latest survey results from Consumer Reports and will rank the trucks from the least reliable full-size trucks to the best.
For each truck, I will list some common concerns owners have been having with them.
2024 least reliable full-size trucks
2024 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition. (Image courtesy of Toyota)
Toyota Tundra
Once the most reliable truck on the market, the Toyota Tundra has stumbled with the 2022 refresh.
Many owners, like myself, reported build quality concerns, the glitchy in-car infotainment system, and now a major engine recall is looming large.
While Toyota is working on a myriad of issues with the 2022 model, progress is slow. It is simply going to take time for Toyota to dig out of this hole.
2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 ZR2 (Image courtesy of Chevrolet)
Chevy Silverado 1500
For a few years now, Consumer Reports has been reporting on GM full-size truck engine issues for years, and this is still hampering the trucks scores.
The facts are the engines have had some issues with lifters failing. Also, the advanced cylinder deactivation system, DFM, continues to be sore spot for owners.
These issues seem to predominately plague the 5.3-liter V-8 while the rest of the engine lineup has been largely immune to issues.
Other issues revolve around the infotainment system, although, this could start to change quickly with the 2023 model adopting a Google-based operating system. This system is similar to other consumer electronic items like cell phones and should make it feel less challenging to new owners.
2024 GMC Sierra SLT (Image courtesy of GMC)
GMC Sierra 1500
You can basically copy and paste all the words above for the Chevy Silverado 1500 when referring to the GMC Sierra 1500’s reliability scores.
Engines, in-car electronics and so-so scores overall put this truck behind many of its rivals for reliability.
2024 Ford F-150 Lariat. (Image courtesy of Ford Motor Company)
Ford F-150
The Ford F-150 comes in next with a rather odd mix of issues.
First, there are concerns with a variety of non-engine issues like climate and infotainment.
Next, there are a lot of concerns about the F-150 PowerBoost hybrid. That model has the worst predicted reliability of any of the trucks, and it is surprising Consumer Reports separated it out in the first place. I included it in the F-150 overall to be fair.
Lastly, the 10-speed automatic transmission had been a concern and with a refreshed 2024 model just now hitting dealer lots, it remains to be seen if that issue has been addressed once and for all.
2024 Nissan Titan. (Image courtesy of Nissan)
Nissan Titan
With the last models ever hitting dealer lots, the Nissan Titan is a good buy for those who want a solid truck with a big V-8 engine. The 2024 year marks the end for this truck.
Consumer Reports doesn’t have a lot to say about this truck since the data sample is simply too small to be statically relevant. This makes sense considering the Titan wasn’t a big seller.
2024 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn (Image courtesy of Ram Trucks)
Ram 1500
This is going to shock people. The Ram 1500 has gone from perennial reliability loser to the top of the list for Consumer Reports and J.D. Power Initial Quality Report.
For this truck, the 2019 refresh blew the doors off the competition, sales soared and, even with the changes, it has bucked its long trend of being the worst truck.
Now a new powertrain is on the way for all 2025 models and that is going to cause some concern. However, not much of else of the truck has changed, so if Ram can build a winner in the Hurricane line-up of engines, it could stay on top of the list.
The bottom line
If you are shopping for a new truck and want to get the best bang for your buck, this list is a must-read. Just keep in mind, one person’s reliability nightmare could be another’s “best truck I ever owned.”
