Head-to-head reliability
Honda Accord Crosstour vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the Honda Accord Crosstour 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
Honda Accord Crosstour vs Chevrolet Silverado: The Crosstour averaged 471.5 complaints per year over 2 years, while the Silverado averaged 822.7 per year over 10 years. Both have air bag, engine, and brake complaints, but the Silverado also has many electrical and power train issues. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Honda Accord Crosstour or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Honda Accord Crosstour
The Honda Accord Crosstour is a niche crossover that generated 943 complaints over two years, averaging about 472 per year. The most common owner-reported issues involve air bags, engine hesitation or power loss, and brake problems like seized calipers. With 14 recalls and 74 crash-related complaints, it's a vehicle that demands careful inspection of safety systems before purchase.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a full-size pickup with 8,227 complaints over ten years, averaging about 823 per year. Owners frequently report engine and power train failures, electrical glitches that can cut engine power or braking, and brake issues. With 101 recalls and 233 crash-related complaints, it's a complex truck with many potential trouble spots.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Honda Accord Crosstour | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 943 Better | 8,227 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 14 Better | 101 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 74 Better | 233 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 471.5 Better | 822.7 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 80 Better | 160 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 2 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.
Honda Accord Crosstour
- 01AIR BAGS256
- 02ENGINE172
- 03SERVICE BRAKES153
- 04POWER TRAIN82
- 05SEATS80
Owners report air bags failing to deploy in crashes, including a 2011 Accord where the front end was smashed but bags didn't inflate. This is a critical safety concern, and multiple recalls for passenger-side inflator modules exist.
Complaints describe hesitation after accelerating from a stop, flashing check engine lights, and loss of power at highway speeds. These symptoms can leave a driver vulnerable in traffic and may indicate underlying fuel or ignition problems.
Owners report calipers seizing, causing brakes to lock and rotors to warp, sometimes repeatedly. One owner lost all steering and brakes and spun across the highway, highlighting a severe safety risk.
A common issue is a faulty VTC actuator that makes a loud grinding noise on cold starts. Another complaint involves cracked rubber vibration isolators on CV axles, which can lead to rust and potential axle failure.
“The contact owned a 2011 Honda Accord. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously involved in a crash and the air bags did not deploy. There was no further information provided. The contact received a recall notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V502000…”
“On [XXX], my daughter rear-ended a stopped vehicle while trying to merge. She was driving approximately 60-70mph at the time of impact. The front end of her car was completely smashed and the insurance company deemed it a total loss. Despite the force and spe…”
Chevrolet Silverado
- 01ENGINE2,521
- 02POWER TRAIN2,347
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1,513
- 04SERVICE BRAKES1,222
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER858
Owners of newer Silverados report engine shutdowns while driving, sometimes with messages like 'Return to Neutral' or 'Press Start'. Others cite diesel particulate filter soot accumulation requiring dealer service, leaving trucks undrivable.
Complaints include sudden shifting into neutral while driving slowly, such as in a parking garage, and complete loss of motive power. These failures can strand drivers and create dangerous situations in traffic.
Owners describe sudden loss of normal braking with a firm pedal but reduced stopping power, as well as engine shut-off while driving. These electrical glitches can disable critical safety functions without warning.
Reports include the truck shutting off completely while barely applying throttle in a parking lot, with screens going blank and no acceleration. This suggests a link between electrical faults and brake/engine control.
“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.
Honda Accord Crosstour — 14 recalls
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic GX NGV, 2012-2015 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2014 Fit EV, 2010-20…
The risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are F…
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2013 TSX Sport Wagon, and 2010-2012 ZDX and 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, 2012-2014 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2013 Insight, and 200…
The risk: An incorrectly installed air bag inflator may not properly deploy the passenger frontal air bag in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator installation and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service…
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Acura TSX, 2011 TSX Wagon, 2010-2011 Acura ZDX, 2008-2011 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid, and Civic GX, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2010-2011 FCX Clarity and Insight, and 2009-2011 Fit, and Pilot…
The risk: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall is KA4, KA5, KA6, and KA7.
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX, ZDX, Honda Accord Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot vehicles, 2011-13 Acura TSX Sportswagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord,, 2010-2011 Honda Civic, Civic NGV, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles and 2013 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV veh…
The risk: An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 16, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are…
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
Honda Accord Crosstour or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The Honda Accord Crosstour has far fewer issues per year (about 472 complaints/year) compared to the Chevrolet Silverado (about 823 complaints/year). In practice, the Crosstour may be less likely to leave you stranded, but both have serious safety-related complaints that require thorough pre-purchase checks.
Key differences
- The Crosstour averages about 472 complaints per year, while the Silverado averages about 823 per year, indicating more frequent owner-reported issues with the truck.
- Air bag non-deployment is a top concern for the Crosstour, with 256 complaints and multiple recalls for passenger-side inflators; the Silverado's top issues are engine and power train failures.
- The Silverado has 101 recalls over ten years versus 14 for the Crosstour over two years, showing a much higher recall rate for the truck.
- Brake problems appear in both, but Crosstour owners report seized calipers and total brake loss, while Silverado owners report sudden loss of braking tied to electrical faults.
- Check for open air bag recalls, especially passenger-side inflator modules, and confirm they have been replaced.
- Listen for a loud grinding noise on cold start, which may indicate a faulty VTC actuator, and test brakes for dragging or locking calipers.
- Test drive at various speeds and in parking lots to check for sudden engine shutdown or transmission slipping into neutral.
- Inspect for any signs of electrical issues, such as warning lights or messages like 'Return to Neutral', and verify that brakes feel normal with no sudden loss of power assist.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all safety recalls have been completed, especially air bag recalls for the Crosstour and fuel pump or brake recalls for the Silverado.
- Have a trusted mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection focusing on the engine, transmission, brakes, and electrical systems.
- During a test drive, pay attention to any hesitation, unusual noises, warning lights, or changes in brake pedal feel.
- For the Crosstour, specifically ask about VTC actuator noise and brake caliper service history; for the Silverado, ask about any engine or transmission repairs and software updates.
- Check the NHTSA website for any outstanding recalls by VIN before finalizing the purchase.
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 Honda Accord Crosstour or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Honda Accord Crosstour vs Chevrolet Silverado
- Honda Accord Crosstour total complaints
- 943
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 8,227
- Honda Accord Crosstour total recalls
- 14
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 101
- Honda Accord Crosstour avg complaints/year
- 471.5
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 822.7
- More reliable overall
- Honda Accord Crosstour
- Honda Accord Crosstour top complaint area
- AIR BAGS
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE