Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. If you are after a full-size pickup, but want a good deal, a used example can be a great option. But to make the lower purchase price worth it, it needs to be durable enough that you don't spend the savings on repairs. Based on recent reliability studies, these large body-on-frame workhorses tend to lag behind their smaller stablemates in durability, so choosing the right vehicle and the right model year is more important than ever. We narrowed our search to the top performing full-size pickups between 2022 and 2025, as these should still be covered by the manufacturer's warranty, which is helpful if there is an issue with the vehicle that you didn't notice before buying it. They should also deliver a handy saving over a brand-new model, while still being modern enough to have decent infotainment and safety systems. Advertisement Advertisement We used the latest Consumer Reports data to compile our findings. CR always buys the vehicles it tests and only relies on actual owner feedback for its surveys. This removes manufacturer and advertiser bias, providing the most representative results. Most Reliable Full-Size Trucks For 2025 Ford Make and Model Consumer Reports Reliability Data Score out of 100 Ford F-150 Hybrid 93 Ford F-150 67 GMC Sierra 1500 65 Buying a one-year-old truck can save you up to 15% off the new price, while still getting you all the benefits of the latest technologies. The 430-hp Ford F-150 Hybrid comes with a 3.5-liter V6 and electric motor, delivering serious performance along with decent fuel economy. Even though it shares a lot of its components with the gas-powered F-150, the hybrid model had far fewer issues overall despite a more complex drivetrain. The saving you can make by buying used can also partially negate the higher base price of the hybrid F-150. GMC Sierra 1500 owners reported an improvement in updated transmission shifting profiles compared to previous years, though minor complaints lingered around in-cabin infotainment glitches and sensors. Most Reliable Full-Size Trucks For 2024 Ram Make and Model Consumer Reports Reliability Data Score out of 100 Ram 1500 58 Ford F-150 Hybrid 57 Ford F-150 42 The Ram 1500 topped the list for 2024, even though it scored just 58 out of 100. Owners mentioned minor electrical gremlins and exhaust manifold bolt issues for this model year, but still appreciated the solid V8 engines and premium interior on higher trims . The Ford F-150 Hybrid was still suffering from auxiliary power outlet faults and software issues, so its score was lower than in 2025. Advertisement Advertisement Once again, it was still more reliable overall than the gas-powered F-150, which was plagued by transmission issues, and other software problems. It is worth bearing in mind that many software issues as well as mechanical problems tend to be resolved by updates by the manufacturer, so if you have an early or troublesome model year vehicle, make sure that all its updates and recalls have been carried out. Most Reliable Full-Size Trucks For 2023 Make and Model Consumer Reports Reliability Data Score out of 100 Ram 1500 82 Ford F-150 46 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 30 The 2023 model year saw the Ram 1500 top the reliability charts with an impressive 82 out of 100. Owners praised the Ram for its 5.7L HEMI engine and smooth 8-speed transmission. The F-150 may be the best-selling truck around, but its reliability was once again down in the mid-40s. But even so, it didn't have as many issues as the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, which had persistent mechanical and electronic headaches, including lifter failures on select V8 engines, transmission stuttering, and recurring touchscreen blackouts. Most Reliable Full-Size Trucks For 2022 Ram Make and Model Consumer Reports Reliability Data Score out of 100 Ram 1500 Classic 40 Ram 1500 39 Ford F-150 38 If you are in the market for a used truck, then 2022 may be a year to avoid. Even the top performing Ram 1500 class (which is the previous generation model) scored a dismal 40 out of 100. Part of the reason for the consistently low scores was due to lingering supply chain disruptions that had affected much of the auto industry. The Ram 1500, which had been in production since 2019, should have scored far higher, but owner feedback during this period cited post-pandemic build quality control issues, ranging from misaligned body panels and cabin water leaks to premature brake wear and widespread electronic sensor failures across both Ford and Stellantis platforms. Advertisement Advertisement This story was originally published by Autoblog on Aug 23, 2026, where it first appeared in the Features section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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