Full-Size Pickups Lead Texas Vehicle Thefts
Chevrolet Silverado tops the list of stolen vehicles across Texas, with GMC Sierra frequently ranking second.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Trucks
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Full-size pickup trucks make up the largest share of stolen vehicles statewide in Texas. The Chevrolet Silverado consistently holds the top spot, logging 355 stolen units in January 2026 and 297 in July 2026.
Why it matters
The concentration of thefts in a handful of full-size pickup models gives Texas drivers and owners of these trucks a clear picture of which vehicles are most targeted. Theft patterns of this kind can inform decisions about anti-theft equipment and parking choices.
The Silverado recorded 355 stolen units in January 2026 and 297 in July 2026, while the GMC Sierra logged 232 and 206 in the same months. Ford F-150 and F-250 models combined for more than 230 reported thefts early in the year.
The players
Chevrolet Silverado
A full-size pickup truck from General Motors that consistently ranks as the most stolen vehicle in Texas.
GMC Sierra
A full-size pickup truck from General Motors that frequently ranks second in vehicle thefts across Texas.
The details
The Chevrolet Silverado consistently ranks as the most stolen vehicle in Texas, and the GMC Sierra frequently ranks second statewide. The GMC Sierra also leads thefts in key parts of Houston and Harris County, while the Dodge / Ram 1500 regularly rounds out the five most frequently targeted full-size pickup models.
Timeline
January 2026: Silverado and Sierra theft figures recorded.
July 2026: Silverado and Sierra theft figures recorded.
Early 2026: Ford F-150 and F-250 theft figures recorded.
Roadmap
Full-size pickups have become the core target in Texas vehicle thefts, according to figures released by the Texas Department of Transportation. The pattern places these models at the center of the state's broader vehicle-crime picture.
Owners of full-size pickups in Texas face a higher likelihood of theft for these specific models, particularly in Houston and Harris County. Drivers may consider anti-theft devices or secure parking to reduce their exposure.
The takeaway
Full-size pickups dominate Texas theft figures, so owners of the most targeted models should weigh anti-theft measures and secure parking. Tracking these model-level numbers can help drivers understand their own risk.
Further reading
For more on the models involved, see the Trucks section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Kicker 102.5.
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