Head-to-head reliability
LAND Rover Range Rover vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the LAND Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover vs Chevrolet Silverado: The Range Rover averaged 134.6 complaints per year with 9 deaths, while the Silverado averaged 822.7 complaints per year with 3 deaths. Both have serious engine and electrical issues, but the Silverado's higher volume means more reported problems. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the LAND Rover Range Rover or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
LAND Rover Range Rover
The LAND Rover Range Rover is a luxury SUV that demands careful ownership. Over 10 years, it averaged 134.6 complaints per year, with electrical, engine, and steering problems dominating. Owners report serious issues like burning smells, smoke from wheel wells, and sudden shutdowns, indicating that living with this vehicle often means frequent and potentially costly repairs.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a full-size pickup with a much higher complaint volume—822.7 per year—but it's also far more common on the road. The most frequent trouble spots are the engine, power train, and electrical system, with reports of engine shutdowns, transmission failures, and brake problems. While many owners rely on these trucks for daily work, the sheer number of complaints suggests that some model years have persistent reliability concerns.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | LAND Rover Range Rover | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 1,346 Better | 8,227 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 59 Better | 101 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 58 Better | 233 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 134.6 Better | 822.7 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 65 Better | 160 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 9 | 3 Better |
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 Range Rover
- 01ELECTRICAL SYSTEM290
- 02ENGINE257
- 03STEERING235
- 04UNKNOWN OR OTHER197
- 05SUSPENSION167
Owners describe burning smells, smoke from the driver-side wheel well, and complete electrical shutdowns that require software updates or battery replacements. These failures can leave you stranded and may indicate underlying wiring or module issues.
Complaints include urgent reports of loss of propulsion linked to the powertrain control module and fuel pump driver module, which can cause the vehicle to stall or shut down while driving. This is a critical safety concern that could lead to crashes.
Some owners report that the vehicle shuts down entirely, killing all electrical power and leaving steering unresponsive. This can happen without warning and makes the vehicle difficult to control.
Although specific complaint texts are not provided, suspension issues are among the top components, suggesting problems with air suspension or related parts that can affect ride comfort and handling.
“While driving on the highway, a strong burning smell began inside the vehicle, similar to a brush or forest fire. At first it was unclear whether the smell was coming from outside, but when traffic slowed, smoke was seen coming from the driver-side wheel well…”
“I purchased this Range Rover in November of 2022. The vehicle was serviced once at the dealership for wind noise on June 26, 2023. The vehicle was parked at my home for a week while our family was on vacation before I returned on August 10th, 2023. It was not…”
Chevrolet Silverado
- 01ENGINE2,521
- 02POWER TRAIN2,347
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1,513
- 04SERVICE BRAKES1,222
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER858
Owners of 2026 Silverados with the 6.2L or 6.6L Duramax report engine shutdowns, excessive diesel particulate filter soot accumulation, and loss of power. These issues often require dealer intervention and can leave you stranded.
Complaints include sudden shifting into neutral, loss of acceleration, and transmission failures even at low mileage. This can happen in parking lots or on the road, creating dangerous situations.
Reports describe severe loss of braking, engine shut-off while driving, and messages like 'Return to Neutral' appearing on the dash. These electrical glitches can disable critical safety features.
Owners report that the brake pedal remains firm but braking effectiveness is drastically reduced, sometimes accompanied by the vehicle shutting off. This makes stopping unpredictable and unsafe.
“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 Range Rover — 59 recalls
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar and Discovery vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with V6 or V8 engines whose crankshaft pulley retaining bolt may fracture possibly resulting in engine failure.
The risk: Engine failure can increase the risk of crash.
The fix: Land Rover has notified owners, and dealers will replace the crankshaft pulley center retaining bolt, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2019. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number…
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery, and Range Rover Velar vehicles. The Auto High Beam (AHB) system does not indicate through the instrument cluster when the high beams are illuminated automatically. As such, t…
The risk: The driver may be unaware that the high beams are illuminated, reducing visibility for oncoming traffic, and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. The recall began April 7, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N556.
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles equipped with a Surround Camera System. Water may enter into the rearview camera, which can cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display or display a distorted…
The risk: A rearview camera image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the rearview camera and add a new seal or replace the camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Range Rover owners March 4, 2024. Interim notification letters were mailed to Range Rover Sport ow…
The defect: Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2024 Land Rover Range Rover vehicles. The engine mounted oil cooler hoses may not be secured properly, which can result in oil leaking onto the road.
The risk: Oil leaking onto the road can cause a hazard for other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the fasteners and the oil cooler hoses, as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 18, 2024. 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 Range Rover or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The LAND Rover Range Rover has far fewer complaints per year (134.6) compared to the Chevrolet Silverado (822.7), but the Silverado is sold in much higher volumes. In practice, the Range Rover's lower complaint rate still includes severe safety issues, while the Silverado's higher rate reflects its popularity but also frequent engine, transmission, and brake problems.
Key differences
- The Range Rover has 1,346 complaints over 10 years, while the Silverado has 8,227—but the Silverado is far more common on the road.
- Range Rover complaints often involve electrical fires, sudden shutdowns, and steering loss, while Silverado complaints frequently cite engine stalls, transmission failures, and brake problems.
- The Silverado has more crash-related complaints (233 vs. 58) and injuries (160 vs. 65), though these numbers must be weighed against sales volume.
- Both vehicles have recalls for critical systems: Range Rover for engine and lighting software, Silverado for fuel pump and forward collision warnings.
- Check for any signs of electrical burning smells or smoke from the wheel wells, and ask if the battery or software has been updated.
- Test drive at highway speeds and listen for engine noises or hesitation; ask about any powertrain control module or fuel pump driver module repairs.
- Inspect for transmission issues by test driving at low speeds and in parking lots, feeling for sudden neutral shifts or loss of acceleration.
- Check brake function carefully—firm pedal but poor stopping could indicate a serious electrical or brake system fault.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and check for open recalls on the NHTSA website.
- Have a pre-purchase inspection by a mechanic familiar with the specific model, focusing on the top complaint areas.
- Ask the seller for maintenance records, especially for electrical, engine, and transmission repairs.
- Test drive in various conditions: highway, parking lots, and stop-and-go traffic to replicate reported failure scenarios.
- For the Silverado, verify if the diesel particulate filter or fuel pump has been replaced; for the Range Rover, check for software updates and battery health.
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 | LAND Rover Range Rover | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 120 |
| 2025 | 3 | 157 |
| 2024 | 10 | 527 |
| 2023 | 21 | 450 |
| 2022 | 45 | 1390 |
| 2021 | 76 | 961 |
| 2020 | 163 | 868 |
| 2019 | 15 | 2003 |
| 2018 | 203 | 597 |
| 2017 | 808 | 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 LAND Rover Range Rover or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- LAND Rover Range Rover vs Chevrolet Silverado
- LAND Rover Range Rover total complaints
- 1,346
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 8,227
- LAND Rover Range Rover total recalls
- 59
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 101
- LAND Rover Range Rover avg complaints/year
- 134.6
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 822.7
- More reliable overall
- LAND Rover Range Rover
- LAND Rover Range Rover top complaint area
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE