Head-to-head reliability
BMW 750lxi vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the BMW 750lxi and Chevrolet Silverado compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
BMW 750lxi vs Chevrolet Silverado: The BMW 750lxi has 1 complaint over 5 years and 3 recalls, while the Silverado has 8,227 complaints over 10 years and 101 recalls. The Silverado also has 233 crash-related complaints, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the BMW 750lxi or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
BMW 750lxi
The BMW 750lxi is a luxury sedan that, based on NHTSA data, has very few complaints—just 1 over 5 years—but that single complaint is a major engine failure at 80,000 miles with a $16,000 repair quote. It also has 3 recalls, all for exterior lighting. For a buyer, this suggests that while problems are rare, when they occur they can be catastrophic and expensive.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a full-size pickup with a massive complaint volume: 8,227 complaints over 10 years, averaging 822.7 per year. The most common issues involve the engine, power train, electrical system, and brakes, with 233 crash-related complaints, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths reported. This indicates a wide range of recurring problems that owners frequently face.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | BMW 750lxi | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 1 Better | 8,227 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 3 Better | 101 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 233 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.2 Better | 822.7 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 160 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 3 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
BMW 750lxi
- 01ENGINE1
One owner reported a loud clicking sound while driving at 45 mph, leading to a dealer diagnosis of internal engine breakage and a $16,000 repair bill at 80,000 miles. This suggests that even with regular service, major engine failure can happen without warning.
“THE ENGINE IS DEFECTIVE. 80,000 MILES AND ALL SERVICE PERFORMED. $16,0000 QUOTE FROM THE DEALER. WAS DRIVING AROUND 45 MPH AND HEARD LOUD CLICKING SOUND. DEALER SAID SOMETHING BROKE INSIDE ENGINE AND THAT "IT HAPPENS". $100,000.00 CAR!”
Chevrolet Silverado
- 01ENGINE2,521
- 02POWER TRAIN2,347
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1,513
- 04SERVICE BRAKES1,222
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER858
Owners report severe engine problems, including a 2026 Silverado with a 6.2L motor that had issues shortly after purchase, and a 6.6L Duramax diesel experiencing repeated diesel particulate filter soot accumulation events at low mileage. These can lead to breakdowns and costly repairs.
Complaints include a vehicle suddenly going into neutral while driving slowly uphill, and another with less than 300 miles doing the same in a parking garage. This loss of power can be dangerous, especially in traffic.
Owners describe sudden loss of normal braking with a firm pedal but ineffective stopping, and instances where the engine shuts off while driving, displaying 'Return to Neutral' and 'Press Start' messages. These electrical glitches can compromise safety.
Reports include severe loss of braking shortly after dropping a child at school, and a truck shutting off completely in a parking lot with all screens blank and no acceleration. Brake failures are a critical safety concern.
“I purchased the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado with a 6.2L motor "new" from the dealer with 5700 miles on XXX. Roughly a month and 2500 miles later, my family and I were in the vehicle, 750 miles from home, returning from a vacation to [XXX] from the [XXX]/[XXX] ar…”
“My 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 with the 6.6L Duramax diesel has experienced three separate P2463 Diesel Particulate Filter excessive soot accumulation events at approximately 4,300, 5,500, and 10,280 miles. Each event required a Chevrolet dealer to perform…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
BMW 750lxi — 3 recalls
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li and 750Lxi and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear taillight assemblies. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requireme…
The risk: Vehicles with the incorrect left rear lamp assemblies may be less conspicuous to other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect left rear taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li and 750Lxi and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear taillight assemblies. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requireme…
The risk: Vehicles with the incorrect left rear lamp assemblies may be less conspicuous to other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect left rear taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2015 740i, 740Li, 740Lxi, 750i, 750xi, 750Li and 750Lxi and 2014 ActiveHybrid 7 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have received incorrect replacement left rear taillight assemblies. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requireme…
The risk: Vehicles with the incorrect left rear lamp assemblies may be less conspicuous to other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any incorrect left rear taillight assemblies, free of charge. The recall began August 11, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Chevrolet Silverado — 101 recalls
The defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. These vehicles may not have received an owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, “Child Re…
The risk: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will provide the owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252532020. Vehicle Identifi…
The defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, and GMC Sierra 3500 vehicles with gasoline engines and dual fuel tanks (RPOs L8T and N2N). The rear fuel pump may not transfer adequate fuel to the front tank, causing an engine stall.
The risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: The vehicle's engine control module (ECM) will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782…
The defect: General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Cou…
The risk: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-970…
The defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500 vehicles equipped with the enhanced towing option and 20-inch accessory tire/wheel package. The tire information label may state the incorrect rear tire pressure, resulting in underinflated tires an…
The risk: Driving with underinflated tires can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect, update the engine control module (ECM) software, apply a tire label overlay, inflate tires to the correct pressure, and perform a tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) re-learn process as necessary, free of charge. Owne…
Buyer analysis
BMW 750lxi or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The BMW 750lxi has far fewer issues per year (0.2 complaints/year) compared to the Chevrolet Silverado (822.7 complaints/year). In practice, this means a BMW 750lxi owner is much less likely to experience frequent problems, but when something goes wrong, it can be very expensive. The Silverado, while more common, has a high volume of recurring complaints that could lead to more frequent shop visits.
Key differences
- Complaint volume: BMW 750lxi has 1 complaint over 5 years; Chevrolet Silverado has 8,227 over 10 years.
- Crash-related complaints: BMW 750lxi has 0; Chevrolet Silverado has 233, with 160 injuries and 3 deaths.
- Recalls: BMW 750lxi has 3 (all exterior lighting); Chevrolet Silverado has 101 covering fuel pump, tires, forward collision avoidance, and more.
- Reported failure patterns: BMW 750lxi's sole complaint is a major engine failure; Silverado owners report engine, power train, electrical, and brake issues, including sudden shutdowns and brake loss.
- Listen for any unusual clicking or knocking sounds from the engine, especially around 80,000 miles, as one owner reported a loud clicking before a major engine failure.
- Check for any signs of engine damage or prior repairs, and ask for service records to see if the engine has been opened or replaced.
- Test drive at low speeds and in parking lots to check for sudden loss of power or transmission slipping into neutral, as reported by owners.
- Check for electrical issues: ensure all screens and displays work, and test the brakes for firmness and effectiveness, as some owners reported sudden brake loss and engine shutdowns.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and all available service records for either vehicle.
- Have a certified mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection, focusing on the engine, transmission, electrical system, and brakes.
- For the BMW 750lxi, specifically ask the mechanic to check for any engine noises or stored fault codes.
- For the Chevrolet Silverado, test drive extensively, including highway and stop-and-go traffic, to replicate conditions where owners reported shutdowns or brake issues.
- Verify that all recalls have been addressed by checking the NHTSA website with the VIN.
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific BMW 750lxi or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- BMW 750lxi vs Chevrolet Silverado
- BMW 750lxi total complaints
- 1
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 8,227
- BMW 750lxi total recalls
- 3
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 101
- BMW 750lxi avg complaints/year
- 0.2
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 822.7
- More reliable overall
- BMW 750lxi
- BMW 750lxi top complaint area
- ENGINE
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE