Head-to-head reliability
LAND Rover LR2 vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the LAND Rover LR2 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
LAND Rover LR2 vs Chevrolet Silverado: The LR2 averaged 22.6 complaints per year with 10 recalls, while the Silverado averaged 822.7 complaints per year with 101 recalls. Both have reported safety issues, but the Silverado's higher volume reflects greater sales. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the LAND Rover LR2 or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
LAND Rover LR2
The LAND Rover LR2 is a compact luxury SUV that averaged about 23 complaints per year over eight years, with the most common issues in the power train, electrical system, and engine. Owners report symptoms like roaring noises from the rear, rattles, battery drain, and engine leaks, often shortly after purchase. With 10 recalls and 3 crash-related complaints, it requires careful maintenance and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a full-size pickup that averaged about 823 complaints per year over ten years, with major categories being engine, power train, electrical system, and service brakes. Owners describe serious problems such as engine shutdowns while driving, sudden brake loss, and transmission failures, even on very new trucks. With 101 recalls and 233 crash-related complaints, it has a high volume of reported issues, though the much larger production numbers should be considered.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | LAND Rover LR2 | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 181 Better | 8,227 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 10 Better | 101 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 3 Better | 233 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 22.6 Better | 822.7 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 3 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.
LAND Rover LR2
- 01POWER TRAIN79
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM26
- 03ENGINE22
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER18
- 05AIR BAGS14
Owners report roaring noises from the rear while driving and rattles in the front end, sometimes appearing soon after purchase. These can indicate differential or driveline wear, which may lead to costly repairs.
Complaints include batteries that won't stay charged for more than a couple of days, leaving families stranded, and repeated battery replacements. Such issues can be frustrating and expensive to diagnose.
Reported problems include abnormal loud rattling sounds on start-up and engine leaks that can cause breakdowns and smoke. These may signal internal engine damage or cooling system faults.
There are 14 air bag complaints and multiple recalls for air bags. One owner noted a warning light showing the passenger air bag was constantly off, meaning air bags might not deploy in a crash.
“I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2010 LAND ROVER LR2 WITH AROUND 61,000 MILES ON IT FROM A FRIEND WHO HAD TAKEN GREAT CARE OF IT. AFTER PUTTING ABOUT A 1000 MILES ON IT IN 2 MONTHS, A ROARING NOISE STARTED COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE CAR WHILE DRIVING AROUND AT VARIOUS…”
“The first day I purchased car problems started there was a rattle in the front end and emergency brake did not work. I drove for a short time because dealer told me it was a good reliable car and it shouldnt give me any problems. The rattle got worse tried to…”
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, requiring a restart, and diesel particulate filter soot accumulation events. These can leave drivers stranded and may indicate serious reliability flaws.
Complaints include vehicles suddenly shifting into neutral and transmission problems even at low mileage. This can cause loss of power and control, especially in traffic or parking situations.
Reports describe sudden loss of normal braking with a firm pedal, as well as engine shut-offs and blank screens. These electrical glitches can affect critical safety systems.
Owners report severe loss of braking effectiveness, with the pedal remaining firm but the vehicle not stopping normally. This is a major safety concern that requires 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.
LAND Rover LR2 — 10 recalls
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 LR2 and 2012-2013 Range Rover Evoque vehicles. A component within the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may fail, resulting in the front seat passenger air bag being totally…
The risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, if the air bag is disabled, the air bag may not deploy or may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.
The fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Restraint Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2014. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for th…
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 LR2 and 2012-2013 Range Rover Evoque vehicles. A component within the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may fail, resulting in the front seat passenger air bag being totally…
The risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, if the air bag is disabled, the air bag may not deploy or may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.
The fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Restraint Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2014. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for th…
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 LR2 and 2012-2013 Range Rover Evoque vehicles. A component within the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may fail, resulting in the front seat passenger air bag being totally…
The risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, if the air bag is disabled, the air bag may not deploy or may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.
The fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Restraint Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2014. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for th…
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 LR2 and 2012-2013 Range Rover Evoque vehicles. A component within the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may fail, resulting in the front seat passenger air bag being totally…
The risk: In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, if the air bag is disabled, the air bag may not deploy or may not deploy properly, increasing the risk of injury to the front seat passenger.
The fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the Restraint Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2014. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for th…
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
LAND Rover LR2 or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The LAND Rover LR2 has far fewer complaints per year (about 23) compared to the Chevrolet Silverado (about 823), but the Silverado is sold in much higher volumes. In practice, the LR2 may have fewer reported issues overall, but both vehicles have serious failure patterns that buyers should investigate.
Key differences
- The LAND Rover LR2 averages about 23 complaints per year, while the Chevrolet Silverado averages about 823 per year, though sales volumes differ greatly.
- LR2 owners frequently report battery drain and rear drivetrain noises, whereas Silverado owners report engine shutdowns and brake loss.
- The Silverado has 101 recalls and 233 crash-related complaints, compared to 10 recalls and 3 crash-related complaints for the LR2.
- Air bag issues and recalls are notable on the LR2, while the Silverado has a wide range of recall subjects including fuel pumps and forward collision warnings.
- Listen for roaring or rattling noises from the rear and front end during a test drive, as these may indicate power train or suspension wear.
- Check the battery health and ask about replacement history; repeated dead batteries are a common complaint.
- Test the brakes thoroughly and ask if there have been any sudden loss of braking or engine shutdown incidents.
- Inquire about transmission behavior, especially any sudden shifts into neutral or rough operation.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and check for open recalls on the NHTSA website.
- Have a certified mechanic inspect the power train, electrical system, and brakes before purchase.
- For the LR2, specifically test the battery and listen for rear-end noises; for the Silverado, test emergency braking and transmission shifting.
- Ask the seller for maintenance records, especially for engine and transmission services.
- Consider a extended warranty if purchasing either vehicle, given the reported repair costs.
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 LAND Rover LR2 or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- LAND Rover LR2 vs Chevrolet Silverado
- LAND Rover LR2 total complaints
- 181
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 8,227
- LAND Rover LR2 total recalls
- 10
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 101
- LAND Rover LR2 avg complaints/year
- 22.6
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 822.7
- More reliable overall
- LAND Rover LR2
- LAND Rover LR2 top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE