Head-to-head reliability
BMW 760I vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the BMW 760I 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 760I vs Chevrolet Silverado: The BMW 760I has 0 complaints and 18 recalls over 6 years, while the Silverado has 8,227 complaints and 101 recalls over 10 years, with 233 crash-related reports. The BMW shows fewer reported issues per year, but both have recall histories. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the BMW 760I or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
BMW 760I
The BMW 760I is a low-volume luxury sedan with no owner complaints filed over six years, but it has 18 recalls, mostly for electronic stability control and electrical system issues. Living with one means you'll likely face recall repairs rather than recurring breakdowns reported by owners. The lack of complaint text means we can't describe specific failure symptoms, but the recall pattern points to electronic gremlins. Overall, it appears to have fewer reported problems per year than the Silverado, but the high recall count suggests ongoing electronic fixes.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a high-volume pickup with 8,227 complaints over ten years, averaging 822.7 per year, plus 101 recalls and 233 crash-related reports. Owners frequently report engine, power train, electrical, and brake problems, often with severe symptoms like sudden engine shutdown or brake loss. Many complaints involve brand-new trucks with low mileage, indicating these issues can appear early. This is a vehicle with a high rate of reported problems that can affect safety and reliability.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | BMW 760I | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 8,227 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 18 Better | 101 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 233 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 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 760I
No component data available.
No owner complaints describe specific ESC failures, but multiple recalls address ESC issues. This matters because ESC helps prevent skids, and a malfunction could reduce stability control when needed.
Recalls cover electrical system and driver monitoring camera/sensor problems. Owners haven't reported symptoms, but electrical faults can cause various issues from warning lights to system failures.
Chevrolet Silverado
- 01ENGINE2,521
- 02POWER TRAIN2,347
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1,513
- 04SERVICE BRAKES1,222
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER858
Owners report engine problems including a 6.2L motor failing shortly after purchase and a 6.6L Duramax diesel experiencing repeated diesel particulate filter soot accumulation events requiring dealer service. 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. This can cause loss of power and control, posing a safety risk.
Owners describe sudden loss of normal braking with a firm pedal but ineffective braking, and engine shutting off while driving with messages like 'Return to Neutral' and 'Press Start'. These electrical glitches can disable critical functions.
Reports include severe loss of braking shortly after dropping a child at school, and the truck completely shutting off with blank screens and no acceleration in a parking lot. Brake failures are dangerous and demand immediate attention.
“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 760I — 18 recalls
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2005-2008 745i, 745Li, 750i, 750Li, 760i, 760Li, and B7 Alpina vehicles equipped with both the Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options. In these vehicles, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently open.
The risk: The door may unexpectedly open due to road or driving conditions or occupant contact with the door. The sudden opening may result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the door latch system, free of charge. The recall began February 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
The defect: BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 7-Series vehicles, equipped with both Comfort Access and Soft Close Automatic options, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through September 3, 2007. Due to a software problem, the doors may appear to be closed and latched, but, in fact, may inadvertently…
The risk: The door may unexpectedly open due to road or driving conditions or occupant contact with the door. The sudden opening may result in occupant ejection or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: BMW will notify owners and dealers will update software. The recall began on December 12, 2012. Owners may contact BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
The defect: BMW is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 7-Series vehicles, equipped with the Comfort Access option, and manufactured August 23, 2004, through July 24, 2008. The affected vehicles have an electronic key and an electronic connection between the gear shifter and the transmission (shift-by-wire)…
The risk: If the driver exits the vehicle with the transmission in Neutral and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may rollaway. Unattended rollaway incidents often result in a crash or cause injury to pedestrians attempting to stop or ent…
The fix: BMW will notify owners beginning in November 2012. The remedy became available in March 2013. Owners may call BMW at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2023-2024 740i, 740i xDrive, 760i xDrive, i7 eDrive50, i7 xDrive60, i7 M70, 2024 750e xDrive, 530i, 530i xDrive, i5 eDrive40, and i5 M60 vehicles. The ground connection to the steering wheel may not have been attached correctly, resulting in an i…
The risk: An inoperative hands-on detection system may fail to detect when the driver's hands are not on the steering wheel and therefore not engage the emergency stopping assistant system, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and reattach the ground connection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2023. 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 760I or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The BMW 760I has far fewer issues per year (0 complaints/year vs. 822.7 for the Silverado) and no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths, while the Silverado has 233 crash-related reports, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths. In practice, the BMW appears less likely to leave you stranded or in a dangerous situation based on owner reports, but it still has many recalls. The Silverado's high complaint volume suggests a higher risk of recurring problems.
Key differences
- The BMW 760I has 0 owner complaints and 0 crash-related reports, while the Silverado has 8,227 complaints and 233 crash-related reports.
- Silverado owners report specific severe failures like engine shutdown while driving and sudden brake loss, whereas the BMW has no complaint text describing symptoms.
- The BMW has 18 recalls, mostly for electronic stability control and electrical systems; the Silverado has 101 recalls covering fuel pumps, tires, and forward collision warnings.
- The Silverado's complaints often involve brand-new trucks with low mileage, indicating early-life failures, while the BMW's lack of complaints suggests fewer reported issues but unknown long-term reliability.
- Check for open recalls on the electronic stability control and electrical system, and confirm they have been repaired.
- Inspect all electronic systems, including driver monitoring cameras and sensors, for proper function since recalls point to potential faults.
- Listen for engine noises and check for diesel particulate filter issues, especially on Duramax models, as owners report repeated soot accumulation.
- Test the brakes thoroughly and check for any signs of sudden loss of braking or electrical glitches that cause engine shutdown or neutral engagement.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and check for open recalls on both models, prioritizing the BMW's ESC and electrical recalls and the Silverado's fuel pump and brake-related recalls.
- Have a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic familiar with the specific model, focusing on the Silverado's engine, transmission, brakes, and electrical system, and the BMW's electronic stability and electrical components.
- For the Silverado, ask about any history of engine shutdowns, brake failures, or transmission problems, and request service records for diesel particulate filter maintenance if equipped.
- For the BMW, verify that all recall repairs have been completed and test all electronic features, including stability control and driver monitoring systems.
- Take a test drive that includes braking, acceleration, and electrical system checks, and be alert for any warning lights or unusual behavior.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | BMW 760I | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 120 |
| 2025 | 0 | 157 |
| 2024 | 0 | 527 |
| 2023 | 0 | 450 |
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 760I or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- BMW 760I vs Chevrolet Silverado
- BMW 760I total complaints
- 0
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 8,227
- BMW 760I total recalls
- 18
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 101
- BMW 760I avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 822.7
- More reliable overall
- BMW 760I
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE