Head-to-head reliability
Honda Nc700x vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the Honda Nc700x 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 Nc700x vs Chevrolet Silverado: Over 10 years, the NC700X has 2 complaints and 2 recalls, while the Silverado has 8,227 complaints and 101 recalls. The Silverado also reports 233 crash-related complaints, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths; the NC700X reports none. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Honda Nc700x or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Honda Nc700x
The Honda NC700X is a midsize motorcycle that, over ten years, has generated only 2 owner complaints to NHTSA—an average of 0.2 per year. The complaints center on the dual-clutch transmission's cover plate breaking during removal, a repair-shop issue rather than a riding failure. With 2 recalls for the starter relay and no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths, the data suggests a very low rate of reported problems, though any motorcycle carries inherent risk.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a full-size pickup that has drawn 8,227 complaints over ten years—about 823 per year—along with 101 recalls. Owners report serious issues including engine shutdowns, sudden loss of braking, transmission failures, and diesel particulate filter problems, with 233 crash-related complaints, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths. This volume and severity indicate that many owners have experienced significant reliability and safety concerns.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Honda Nc700x | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 2 Better | 8,227 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 2 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.
Honda Nc700x
- 01POWER TRAIN2
- 02UNKNOWN OR OTHER1
Owners report the dual-clutch transmission cover plate breaking into two pieces during removal. This is a repair-time failure that could lead to costly transmission work if it happens during service.
The same cover plate breakage was also filed under this category, suggesting the issue may be reported inconsistently. For a buyer, it means the transmission cover is a known weak point to check.
“PLEASE REFER TO MY ORIGINAL COMPLAINT NUMBER OF 11217973 IN WHICH I DIDN'T LIST THE PROBLEM UNDER THE NC700 CATEGORY AND MISTAKENLY LISTED IT AS THE HONDA NM4 (COMMON NAME FOR THIS MOTORCYCLE). THE ORIGINAL INFO IS BELOW: THIS IS A HONDA MOTORCYCLE WITH A DUA…”
“COVER PLATE FOR THE DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION BROKE INTO TWO PIECES DURING REMOVAL.”
Chevrolet Silverado
- 01ENGINE2,521
- 02POWER TRAIN2,347
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1,513
- 04SERVICE BRAKES1,222
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER858
Owners of 2026 Silverados report engine shutdowns while driving, sometimes with messages like 'Return to Neutral' or 'Press Start.' Diesel models also suffer repeated excessive soot accumulation in the particulate filter, requiring dealer service.
Complaints include a 2026 Silverado suddenly going into neutral while driving slowly uphill, and another with under 300 miles losing power. These failures can leave a driver without acceleration in traffic.
Owners describe sudden, severe loss of normal braking with a firm pedal but reduced stopping power, as well as engines shutting off while driving. These electrical faults can disable critical safety functions.
Reports include a Silverado that would not stop normally at a stop sign and another that shut off completely in a parking lot, losing acceleration and screens. Brake-related complaints are a major 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.
Honda Nc700x — 2 recalls
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 ST1300PA, 2014-2015 CB500, CBR500, CRF250L, CBR650, CTX700, NSS300, VT750, VT1300, 2015 CB300F, CBR300, CBR600, and 2014-2016 NC700 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, sealant may have been incorrectly applied to the s…
The risk: A loss of electrical power may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected starter relay switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is JS9 a…
The defect: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 ST1300PA, 2014-2015 CB500, CBR500, CRF250L, CBR650, CTX700, NSS300, VT750, VT1300, 2015 CB300F, CBR300, CBR600, and 2014-2016 NC700 motorcycles. In the affected motorcycles, sealant may have been incorrectly applied to the s…
The risk: A loss of electrical power may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected starter relay switch, free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-866-784-1870. Honda's number for this recall is JS9 a…
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 Nc700x or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The Honda NC700X has far fewer issues per year—0.2 complaints annually versus 822.7 for the Silverado. In practice, the NC700X owner is unlikely to report a problem, while Silverado owners face a much higher chance of experiencing engine, brake, or transmission failures that can strand or endanger them.
Key differences
- The NC700X has 2 complaints and 2 recalls over 10 years; the Silverado has 8,227 complaints and 101 recalls, a massive gap in reported problems.
- NC700X complaints are limited to a transmission cover plate breaking during removal; Silverado complaints include engine shutdowns, sudden brake loss, and transmission failures while driving.
- The Silverado has 233 crash-related complaints, 160 injuries, and 3 deaths; the NC700X has zero in each category.
- Silverado recalls cover fuel pump control, tire pressure monitoring, and forward collision warnings; NC700X recalls are only for the starter relay.
- Inspect the dual-clutch transmission cover plate for cracks or prior breakage, as owners report it breaking into two pieces during removal.
- Check for any starter relay recall work—confirm it was performed, since both NC700X recalls involve the starter assembly relay.
- Test-drive for sudden engine shutdowns or messages like 'Return to Neutral' or 'Press Start,' which owners report while driving.
- Check brake function carefully for sudden loss of braking with a firm pedal, and verify all recalls—especially fuel pump and forward collision warning—are completed.
Before you buy
- For the NC700X, ask for service records showing the transmission cover plate was inspected or replaced, and confirm the starter relay recall was done.
- For the Silverado, run the VIN through NHTSA to see if all 101 recalls, particularly fuel pump and brake-related ones, have been remedied.
- On a Silverado test drive, deliberately accelerate gently from a stop and at low speeds to check for unexpected neutral or engine shut-off.
- On either vehicle, request a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic familiar with the model, focusing on the reported failure areas.
- Ask the seller directly if they have experienced any of the symptoms described in NHTSA complaints, such as brake loss or transmission cover breakage.
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 | Honda Nc700x | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 527 |
| 2023 | 0 | 450 |
| 2022 | 0 | 1390 |
| 2021 | 0 | 961 |
| 2020 | 0 | 868 |
| 2019 | 0 | 2003 |
| 2018 | 0 | 597 |
| 2017 | 0 | 1154 |
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 Nc700x or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Honda Nc700x vs Chevrolet Silverado
- Honda Nc700x total complaints
- 2
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 8,227
- Honda Nc700x total recalls
- 2
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 101
- Honda Nc700x avg complaints/year
- 0.2
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 822.7
- More reliable overall
- Honda Nc700x
- Honda Nc700x top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE