There have been so many years and models of trucks produced that it is hard to single out fifteen of the most reliable. For this particular list, the new models will be left for another article, as will anything produced before 2000. That leaves 23 years' worth of pickup trucks that can be chosen from. Since Consumer Reports is one of the most trusted review sites on the internet, that is where the customer reliability ratings will come from.
Keep in mind that not every consumer will have the same things to say about the trucks that they have chosen to buy, but when the thoughts are combined with those of other truck owners, if anything matches more than a couple of times, it can safely be said that it may be a model wide problem. So, on the flip side of that coin, when people have nothing but good things to say about a specific model and year, it is a safe bet that the truck is reliable and can be trusted by others in the market to buy a used truck that will not let them down.
It all boils down to what current and past truck owners are saying and what the experts have claimed to be the top dogs of the pickup truck industry. What is expected out of a truck is not only being dependable on and off the main roads, but it must also handle hard work and even harder play. The following twenty trucks are ranked highly on every list and can be found in garages and driveways across the nation.
We have compiled the information provided below using information from the Consumer Reports website for the most part, but we have also used data from sites such as RepairPal, CarEdge, and J.D.Power.
Updated on August 4, 2023: Over the decades, numerous pickup trucks have come and gone that have gained a place in our hearts, so we have decided to refresh and update this list. That means instead of burying this one into the endless articles lost to the internet, the original ten trucks can be found below, with a few new ones to help expand your knowledge and broaden your mind.
20 2019 Nissan Titan
Predicted Overall Rating: 6/10
The dependability of the full-size Nissan Titan has never really been questioned because the company produces some excellent cars and trucks. The 5.6-liter V-8 offers plenty of power, up to 390 horses, and can push out up to 394 pound-feet of torque. That combination gives you the ability to tow a trailer up to 9,660 pounds, give or take a few hundred pounds depending upon the hitch and how the truck is set up.
Reliability
For some reason, Consumer Reports does not have enough information from buyers for the 2019 Nissan Titan to give any kind of rating, so in this instance, Car and Driver reviews will be used. Through their intensive testing regime, the truck came out with a 6 out of 10, which is great considering everything they covered. The main issues they found were that the ride in the Titan was rough on any terrain and that the towing capacity was lower than any other truck in its class. If in doubt, check out the resale rating given by JD Powers, which is 86 out of 100, showing that since people are still willing to buy the truck used, they are thought of in a good light by most buyers.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $555 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $8,645 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 4 (tires, exterior lighting, backover prevention, and electrical system)
- Worst Titan Year To Buy Used: 2023 Nissan Titan (no information as of yet but owner feedback for ownership is not good)
19 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
Predicted Overall Rating: 6.9/10
The Lincoln Mark LT may be trailing some of the competitors in the sport utility truck class, but it is the luxury offering from Ford that uses much of the same components as the F-150. The 5.4-liter V-8 engine under the hood offers up 300 horsepower and 365 pound-feet of torque. This combination should be suitable for towing a substantial amount, but since the chassis is built for less than half a ton, the maximum towing capacity is only 8,900 pounds.
Reliability
Another truck that has not been thoroughly analyzed by Consumer Reports is the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. Maybe because it was only in production for three years, or perhaps people have not handed over any information to the review site, good or bad. The thing is, though, that when reading through various reviews across the internet, one thing becomes very apparent. The people that did buy the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT love it. U.S. News gave the Mark LT a 6.9 out of 10, with marks against it for the lack of towing and hauling capacities. The only issues listed on any sites are that the purchase price (new and used) is not a value for the money and that parts for repairs may be hard to find in some regions of the world.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $770 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $12,111 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 0
- Worst Mark LT Year To Buy Used: 2006 Lincoln Mark LT (first-year bugs to work out)
18 2016 GMC Canyon
Predicted Reliability Rating: 4/5
The shift from internal combustion engines (ICE) to hybrids and EVs has been going on for some time. However, there is still a long way to go before the majority of the public makes the move. Until then, one thing that buyers can do to reduce their carbon emissions is to sell the full-size truck and buy a small version that can still get the most common jobs done. The 2016 GMC Canyon is an excellent option because it can tow up to 7,000 pounds, more than the average camper weighing around 5,000 pounds.
Reliability
Consumer Reports shows that it gets a reliability rating of 4 out of 5, which is not bad considering some of the other options on the market. The main complaints given by GMC Canyon owners revolve around the display screen and the in-car electronic system. Rough shifting in the transmission has also been reported as a problem by a few people, but that problem was addressed in the following year and is nothing that can be fixed in the 2016 model.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $493 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $8,778 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 4 (fuel system, latches, airbags x 2)
- Worst Year Canyon To Buy Used: 2019 GMC Canyon (transmission, drive system, and brakes)
17 2018 GMC Sierra 2500
Predicted Reliability Rating: 4/5
One of the things about trucks that make them pickups is that they must be able to put in a full day's work but still be comfortable and roomy enough to take the family to the best camping spot while towing the boat or camper behind. Under the hood is the expected 6.6-liter Duramax diesel engine that pushes out 445 horsepower, or the 6.0-liter V-8 rated at 360 horses. Towing capacity will vary depending on the truck, but it will range between 13,000 to 14,500 pounds maximum.
Reliability
One of the top pickups in its class is the 2018 GMC Sierra 2500HD, even though it only receives a 66 out of 100 reliability rating. However, an HD truck designed to tow more weight may have a few issues logged into the reporting system when people expect it to ride like a car. The only real complaints about the 2500HD are that the truck can sometimes shift roughly when going down a gear from third, and the fuel system components can give some problems.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $744 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $13,029 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 4 (diesel fuel system, equipment, engine, seat belts)
- Worst Sierra 2500HD Year To Buy Used: 2019 GMC Sierra 2500HD (engine, fuel system, emission systems, drive systems, electrical, and transmission)
16 2011 Ford Ranger
Predicted Reliability Rating: 4/5
The Ford Ranger is the smaller version of the Ford F-series pickup, with the same durability and dependable reputation. Under the hood is no longer the outdated V-6 from the previous years. Instead, you can find a turbocharged 2.3-liter Ecoboost four-cylinder that pumps out up to 270 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. For towing, the Ranger can easily handle up to 3,500 pounds, with an increase all the way up to 7,500 pounds possible with the proper upgrades.
Reliability
The 2011 Ford Ranger came with a five-speed manual or automatic transmission, with the automatic being the standard option. The gearing may be a problem according to the people at Consumer Reports because when put to the test towing, it did not have as good of performance and economy as it should have. Overall, though, the only issues reported by owners are rattling from the exhaust system and the paint and trim fade and fall off long before they should. But, as you well know, that seems to be a given when it comes to older Ford trucks.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $614 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $10,045 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 6 (exterior lighting, airbags x 5)
- Worst Ranger Year To Buy Used: 2007 Ford Ranger (brakes, paint, trim, transmission, fuel system, emissions system, drive system, body hardware, and engine cooling)
15 2019 Honda Ridgeline
Predicted Reliability Rating: 4/5
The Honda Ridgeline is a truck that is often overlooked because, by nature, it is not a tried and true pickup truck. But, since it falls under the category, for the sake of this list, and for your benefit, it falls within the top 20. The Ridgeline in 2019 offered 280 horsepower with its 3.5-liter V-6 paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. As with some of the other car/trucks, the towing capacity is a little less than you might expect from a truck, topping out at 5,000 pounds.
Reliability
The reliability of the Ridgeline is similar to all the other Honda models on the market, which is better than average. Consumer Reports has given the 2019 Ridgeline a four out of five because of complaints about the body hardware not holding up to everyday use. The other problem that plagued the Ridgeline was the fuel pump, which was part of a recall, so if you didn't get it fixed at the nearest Honda dealership, now is the time to do so.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $502 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $8,263 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 8 (backover prevention, latches, fuel system x 2, equipment, engine, structure, and airbags)
- Worst Ridgeline Year To Buy Used: 2012 Honda Ridgeline (brakes, paint, trim, body hardware, and drive systems)
14 2022 Ford Maverick
Predicted Reliability Rating: 4/5
The Ford Maverick is a newer design by Ford Motor Company that fills a niche that has long been needed. The base-level model is affordable while still offering a very usable pickup truck that can be used for work, play, daily use, or a combination of all three. Under the hood, you will find a 2.0-liter Ecoboost four-cylinder or the 2.5-liter hybrid powertrain. Towing capacity is not as much as the full-size series for Ford, but they can still tow up to 4,000 pounds.
Reliability
The hybrid model is the standard version unless otherwise ordered, which is the best option of the two. Those that have chosen to go with the fully gas-powered engine state that the engine is excessively noisy and has vibrations that should not be felt within the cab. Otherwise, for 2022, the only predicted problems foreseen are climate controls and possibly the in-car electronics.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $775 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: unknown (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 7 (engine x 2, exterior lighting, airbags, electrical system, seat belts, and fuel system)
- Worst Maverick Year To Buy Used: 2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid (no significant problems other than being the first year of production)
13 2022 Rivian R1T
Predicted Overall Rating: 8.4/10
It may seem a little strange to some to see an all-electric truck on this list, but times are changing, and there is no doubt that the landscape of the car and truck industry is changing right along with it. The Rivian R1T is one of the most reliable trucks on the market, featuring two or three motors, depending on the set-up you want, and can tow up to 11,000 pounds for short distances before recharging. Otherwise, you are looking at around 314 miles per charge.
Reliability
Since the Rivian R1T is a new all-electric truck created by a small startup company, Consumer Reports does not recommend buying the 2023 model. Still, since they did not conduct a complete analysis of the first-year model, it is necessary to dig a little deeper. When looking through some reviews from current owners of the 2022 Rivian R1T, one thing is for sure, they absolutely love their truck. People have written in after 1000 miles all the way up to 4000 miles. They all state that the truck is not only one of the quickest and most comfortable pickups they have ever driven but that it has been one of the most reliable that they have ever had parked in their driveways.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $363 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $.027 per mile (RepairPal)
- Total Recalls: 4 (airbags x 2, steering, seat belts)
- Worst R1T Year To Buy Used: 2021 Rivian R1T (first year so some bugs to work out)
12 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
Predicted Overall Rating: 8.5/10
Like most other truck manufacturers, Chevy has had some issues, but they always find a way to reach the top of the list for reliability. The 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is part truck, part car, but better than both because they are so versatile. The 5.3-liter V-8 has plenty of power for everyday use, giving up to 320 horsepower and 335 pound-feet of torque. The towing capacity of the truck is maxed out at 5,100 pounds.
Reliability
Consumer Reports does not have enough information to rate this one correctly, but when you look at the customer satisfaction numbers listed by Edmunds, it can safely be said that the 2011 Avalanche belongs in the top twenty. Better yet, U.S. News has the 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche ranked 8.5 out of 10, with marks off only for the towing and hauling capacity compared to other trucks in the segment.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $703 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: unknown (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 5 (airbags x 2, electrical system, and suspension x 2)
- Worst Avalanche Year To Buy Used: 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (paint, trim, suspension, steering, body hardware, engine, fuel system, emission system, and exhaust system)
11 2014 Nissan Frontier
Predicted Reliability Rating: 5/5
Nissan trucks have been around for a long time, but they have never overcome the mass amounts of publicity that the big three American carmakers push out. The truck comes standard with a 261 horsepower 4.0-liter V-6 that is a little noisy when pushed hard, but overall it has more power than you would expect from a mid-size truck. It can tow up to 6,500 pounds when equipped correctly, but as a general rule, check the specs for your specific truck because they can handle anywhere from 3,500 to 6,500 pounds, depending on how they are set up.
Reliability
People who have owned a Nissan truck, such as this author, have only one complaint about them. The body and the paint simply do not hold out like expected. The paint chips and peels long before the truck should be due for a new paint job, and the truck's body is not designed to keep water out. The seals around the doors and windows tend to leak and must be replaced with better versions. Despite that, though, the truck has been given a 5 out of 5 reliability rating by Consumer Reports because the majority of owners have nothing but good to say about their 2014 Nissan Frontier.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $505 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $8,499 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 2 (seat belts, electrical system)
- Worst Frontier Year To Buy Used: 2007 Nissan Frontier (emissions systems, fuel systems, transmission, electrical systems, power equipment, exhaust system, engine, climate system, engine cooling, and drive system)
10 2014 Honda Ridgeline
Predicted Reliability Rating: 5/5
The Honda Ridgeline is not a truck that would be expected to be on the top fifteen list, but it shows up so often that it can only be included during its best years. The Ridgeline is a sedan built on the body of a truck, so as would be expected, it drives smoothly on the main roads, but even so, it performs off the beaten path just fine. It comes with a 250 horsepower 3.5-liter V-6 with a towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds, which is just enough for most basic-sized trailers and campers.
Reliability
The reliability ranking for the 2014 Honda Ridgeline came in at a high 92 out of 100, with consumers saying all is good except for the in-car electronics. The owners state that the backup camera is built into the tailgate. It gets dirty too often, making it hard to see if the unit is not constantly being cleaned off. Not the worst thing in the world, but a definite inconvenience.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $525 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $8,263 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 7 (structure, vehicle speed control, airbags x 4)
- Worst Ridgeline Year To Buy Used: 2012 Honda Ridgeline (brakes, paint, trim, body hardware, and drive systems)
9 2017 Toyota Tundra
Predicted Reliability Rating: 5/5
Toyota Tundra struggled to produce a good, reliable truck throughout the first generation, but once 2008 rolled around, they seemed to start figuring things out. The Toyota for 2017 offers numerous engine choices, with one of the best being the 5.7-liter V-8 that can push out up to 381 horses. Towing capacity for the Tundra ranges from 6,400 to 10,500 depending on how it is set up and what engine is under the hood.
Reliability
2017 was the pinnacle moment for the Tundra, receiving a high rating of 90 out of 100 from Consumer Reports. The only real problem reported by truck owners has to deal with the fuel system. The fuel gauge can be off by up to 10 gallons, and the fuel pump has an issue with going out before it should. Other than that, only minor things have been reported, which are more annoyances than anything else.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $674 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $6,738 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 6 (steering x 2, seats, equipment, wheels, and structure)
- Worst Tundra Year To Buy Used: 2022 Toyota Tundra (body hardware, paint, trim, and in-car electronics)
8 2003 Toyota Tacoma
Predicted Reliability Rating: 5/5
It should not be surprising that the Toyota Tacoma appears on this list because the company makes good trucks. The Tacoma is the mid-sized truck for the Toyota lineup, leading the segment in sales for a number of years. It comes with a 3.4-liter V-6 that compares nicely to the rest of the rivals, offering up to 190 horsepower and giving the ability to tow between 3,500 and 5,000 pounds. The weight behind depends upon the equipment installed and whether the engine is the V-6 listed above or one of the two four-cylinders that could be chosen instead.
Reliability
So many top-rated trucks for the decade have the Tacoma listed that it will only appear here a few times, but it could take up over half the list. Consumer Reports has the 2003 Toyota Tacoma earning an 89 out of 100 for reliability. The only major issue that owners report is that it has a rough, uncomfortable ride.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $478 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $6,420 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 5 (tires, suspension, fuel system, exterior lighting x 2)
- Worst Tacoma Year To Buy Used: 2018 Toyota Tacoma (fuel system, paint, and trim)
7 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
Predicted Reliability Rating: 5/5
When it comes to heavy-duty work trucks, one of the names that always comes up is the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD. As expected from a heavy-duty truck, it rides a little rough offroad because the suspension is set up more for towing and hauling than for driving up a rock embankment. The Silverado 2500 HD has a 6.0-liter V-8 that pushes out 360 horsepower or a 6.6-liter diesel with up to 365 horses. Towing capacity for the heavy-duty work truck can range from 9,600 to 10,500.
Reliability
Consumer Reports tested the truck inside and out and rated it 83 out of 100. The only major complaint owners have is that the drive system has some bugs that must be resolved. For the most part, though, the complaints have been about parts that need replacing from simple wear and tear, such as bearings and seals. As you can see, sometimes a complaint is not really a valid complaint.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $891 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $14,644 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 0
- Worst Silverado 2500HD Year To Buy Used: 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD (fuel systems, emissions systems, in-car electronics, electric system, engine, exhaust system, drive system, power equipment, body hardware, engine cooling, paint, and trim)
6 2020 Toyota Tundra
Predicted Reliability Rating: 5/5
Toyota has always been one of those trucks that can put in a full day of work and then go off the beaten path to play around in the mud. The 2020 Tundra was offered with only one engine choice, the 5.7-liter V-8 that could pump out 381 horsepower and up to 401 pound-feet of torque. Towing capacity ranges from 8,800 to 10,200, depending on how it is set up.
Reliability
The Tundra did have moments throughout its production that were not so great, but the engineers have been slowly working out all the kinks. The experts give the 2020 Toyota Tundra an overall reliability rating of 83 out of 100. Owners have a ton of good things to say about the Tundra, but one common issue that has been reported is with the fuel system, which seems to be a problem for most of the years of this truck.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $606 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $6,738 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 5(fuel system, exterior lighting x 2, steering x 2)
- Worst Tundra Year To Buy Used: 2022 Toyota Tundra (body hardware, paint, trim, and in-car electronics)
5 2009 GMC Sierra 2500HD
Predicted Reliability Rating: 5/5
The 2009 GMC Sierra is powerful enough to get through a hard work day, but it is not one of the best choices for basic or offroad driving because the suspension is so stiff. The great thing is that the 2500HD could be ordered with two-wheel drive, four-wheel drive, or even as a dually for extra large loads. Under the hood, you had the option of a 6.6-liter turbo diesel or a 6.0-liter V-8, just like its nearly identical twin, the 2009 Chevy Silverado 2500HD. Towing capacity was anywhere between 9,600 to 10,500 pounds.
Reliability
It comes in with a rating of 83 out of 100. Current and past owners claim that the Sierra 2500HD is a dependable truck, with the main issue being the drive system, which seems to be a common issue with most of the years of this truck. It is being said that the drive torque chatters with a trailer on when turning, and when brought to the attention of Chevrolet, nothing is done on their end to fix the issue.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $744 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $13,029 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 5 (electrical system, equipment, airbags x 3)
- Worst Sierra 2500HD Year To Buy Used: 2019 GMC Sierra 2500HD (engine, fuel system, emission systems, drive systems, electrical, and transmission)
4 2007 Toyota Tacoma
Predicted Reliability Rating: 5/5
When it comes to Toyota, it is hard to find anything that makes them unreliable, at least as an all-around vehicle. The Tacoma is no different, as you can see by the times it comes up on this list. The 2007 model came from the assembly lines with a 4.0-liter six-cylinder that can pump out up to 236 horses and can tow between 3,500 and 6,500 pounds.
Reliability
Once again, the Toyota Tacoma comes up as one of the most reliable trucks, coming in with a rating of 82 out of 100. The 4.0L V6 under the hood gets respectable fuel mileage, and the improvements made to the interior make the truck a much more comfortable ride. It is no longer just a work truck but one that can be used as a daily driver. Consumers do not have much to say about the Tacoma in a bad way, except for the clutch in pickup trucks with a manual transmission installed.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $357 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $6,420 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 10 (seats x 2, suspension, seat belts, airbags, equipment x 3, vehicle speed control, and power train)
- Worst Tacoma Year To Buy Used: 2018 Toyota Tacoma (fuel system, paint, and trim)
3 2009 Honda Ridgeline
Predicted Reliability rating: 5/5
The 2009 Honda Ridgeline is much more agile around corners than most pickups, but that could be because they are designed like a sedan slapped onto a truck's frame with a unibody frame. It has an all-wheel drive which is helpful when driving in uncertain weather, and it has a switch to allow the computer to give more torque to the wheels that need it, such as when stuck in the mud. Under the hood, you will find a 3.5-liter V-6 that pushes out 250 horses and 247 pound-feet of torque. Towing capacity is maxed at 5,000 pounds, so it can haul average-sized trailers but nothing large like a bulldozer or modular home.
Reliability
The 2009 Ridgeline earned an 80 out of 100; the only major complaint owners list are issues with the in-car electronics. Another minor complaint that most owners have is the water leaks that they seem to have around the windows because the seals are not designed adequately enough to keep the moisture out. Or, for that matter, the air noise when going down the road at highway speeds.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $487 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $8,263 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 9 (structure, vehicle speed control, and airbags x 7)
- Worst Ridgeline Year To Buy Used: 2012 Honda Ridgeline (brakes, paint, trim, body hardware, and drive systems)
2 2016 Toyota Tacoma
Predicted Reliability Rating: 5/5
In 2016 a redesign happened, bringing the mid-size truck into the 21st century. The gas-guzzling 4.0-liter V-6 has been swapped out for a more fuel-efficient 3.5-L V-6 that can push out up to 278 horses. The 265 pound-feet of torque is put to the ground through a six-speed automatic or manual (optional) transmission, allowing the truck to tow up to a maximum of 6,800 pounds if properly equipped.
Reliability
The Tacoma is a work truck by nature, so even though it was produced to be more modern, it is still not up to par with most of its rivals. However, it is a Toyota, so you can count on it to be reliable for many years to come. The only real complaints that owners have had are cosmetic issues, such as the paint and trim coming off, as well as the body hardware not holding up to regular use.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $478 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $6,420 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 4 (structure, engine, powertrain, and airbags)
- Worst Tacoma Year To Buy Used: 2018 Toyota Tacoma (fuel system, paint, and trim)
1 2018 Toyota Tundra
Predicted Reliability Rating: 5/5
Even though the five out of five rating is like many other trucks on this list, the Toyota Tundra has to be one of the most reliable trucks on the market, if not the number one truck for dependability. Of course, that is no surprise when you look at some of the other Toyota models, but the Tundra is designed for work, so it has to be tough. The 5.7-liter engine runs smoothly and effortlessly and with or without towing a maximum load of 10,200 pounds the six-speed automatic shifts without clunking.
Reliability
Consumers Reports has taken feedback from owners like you and came up with a perfect reliability score for the 2018 Tundra. When looking through some of the complaints and comments, you can see that there are no terrible areas in the red. The only so-so issues reported were within the EGR system of the truck, and some people found that the brakes wore out faster than they should have.
- Avg. Yearly Maintenance Costs: $518 (RepairPal)
- Est. Maintenance Costs During First 10 Years: $6,738 (CarEdge)
- Total Recalls: 9 (steering x 2, exterior lighting x 2, fuel system, equipment x 2, airbags, and electronic stability control)
- Worst Tundra Year To Buy Used: 2022 Toyota Tundra (body hardware, paint, trim, and in-car electronics)
FAQ
Q: What Is The Best Truck To Buy In 2022?
Based on reliability, the best truck to buy in 2022 is the Toyota Tacoma, which comes in with a Consumer Reports score of 74. This truck is followed closely by the Ford Lightning, which received a 73. Both of these trucks would be a great buy in 2022.
Q: What Is The Average Lifetime Of A Truck?
The lifetime of a truck will depend mainly on how the truck is treated. If it is taken care of, a truck can last beyond 200k miles. Still, since most significant issues with trucks begin around 100,000 miles, it is imperative to repair and maintain when needed.
Q: What Is The Number One Truck To Buy?
If you trust the rest of the consumers throughout the nation, the Ford F-150 is the best truck to buy. It has been the top-selling truck for so many years that the competition has focused more on its own trucks than trying to unseat the Ford. If you want an all-around dependable truck that can work and play with the best of them, the F-150 is perfect for you.
Q: What Truck Brand Is The Best?
Even though Ford has been on the top of the ladder for numerous years, the Ram 1500 has been steadily climbing. US News has given the 2023 Ram 1500 the distinguished honor of being the top pick of the year for them. It is a truck on the rise, and it is a good bet that Ram will be one of the top trucks for a long time.