Head-to-head reliability
Mitsubishi Galant vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the Mitsubishi Galant 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
Mitsubishi Galant vs Chevrolet Silverado: The Galant averaged about 32 complaints per year with 10 recalls, while the Silverado averaged about 823 complaints per year with 101 recalls. Galant owners often report visibility and air bag issues, while Silverado owners report engine and powertrain failures. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Mitsubishi Galant or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Mitsubishi Galant
The Mitsubishi Galant is a midsize sedan that averaged about 32 complaints per year over a decade, with 10 recalls. Owners most often report visibility problems like wheel covers flying off at highway speed and rearview mirrors fracturing from the windshield, plus structural issues that can cause a brief loss of control. Air bag complaints include inadvertent deployment and injuries in crashes, so a buyer should expect to check safety systems carefully.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a full-size pickup that generated roughly 823 complaints per year over the same period, along with 101 recalls. The most common trouble spots are the engine and powertrain, with owners describing sudden engine shutdowns, transmission shifting into neutral, and diesel exhaust filter problems. Electrical and brake complaints also appear, including a loss of normal braking and screens going blank while driving.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Mitsubishi Galant | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 317 Better | 8,227 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 10 Better | 101 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 40 Better | 233 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 31.7 Better | 822.7 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 37 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.
Mitsubishi Galant
- 01VISIBILITY61
- 02STRUCTURE58
- 03AIR BAGS50
- 04SERVICE BRAKES37
- 05ELECTRICAL SYSTEM35
Owners report wheel covers flying off at interstate speeds and rearview mirror assemblies fracturing from the windshield, which can crack the glass. These are annoying and potentially distracting, so check that all hubcaps are secure and the mirror is firmly attached.
Complaints describe the vehicle maneuvering abnormally and a brief loss of control while driving or turning. That points to suspension or steering-related wear, so a test drive should include turns and uneven roads to feel for any looseness.
Reports include an air bag deploying inadvertently at low speed and striking the driver, as well as injuries in a crash. Because air bags are a safety system, any warning light or history of deployment should be taken seriously.
Owners mention brake light sockets burning out early and scraping sounds with a wire sticking out near the steering wheel. These suggest electrical and brake wear issues that can affect lighting and stopping, so inspect brake lights and listen for noises.
“THE WHEEL COVERS ON MY CAR FLEW OFF RANDOM TIMES GOING DOWN THE INTERSTATE. TIRES WERE IN GOOD CONDITION BUT IT SEEMS THAT ANYTIME I WENT OVER 70MPH I WOULD LOSE A HUBCAP. THIS COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT OR CAR DAMAGE. HEADLINER IN BACK WINDOW HAS STARTED TO COM…”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MITSUBISHI GALANT. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN THE CONTACT BEGAN TO ADJUST THE REAR VIEW MIRROR. WHILE ADJUSTING THE MIRROR, THE ENTIRE ASSEMBLY FRACTURED FROM THE WINDSHIELD AND CRACKED THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN…”
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, with messages like 'Return to Neutral' and 'Press Start,' and diesel models have repeated excessive soot events in the particulate filter. These can leave you stranded or require dealer service, so ask for a full service history.
Complaints include a vehicle suddenly going into neutral at low speed and transmission problems on very low-mileage trucks. That can mean a loss of power to the wheels, so test slow-speed maneuvering and check for any delayed or harsh shifting.
Reports describe a sudden loss of normal braking with a firm pedal, and screens going blank while driving. Electrical glitches like these can affect braking and visibility, so verify all dash warnings and electronic features work.
Owners report the truck shutting off completely in a parking lot with no acceleration and blank screens. While some of these overlap with electrical issues, any brake or stalling complaint matters because it can happen at low speed in tight spaces.
“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.
Mitsubishi Galant — 10 recalls
The defect: MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 GALANT VEHICLES. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER PIPE ASSEMBLY ON SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE INSUFFICIENT PLATING TO PREVENT CORROSION, IF THE PIPE SHOULD DEVELOP A HOLE DUE TO CORROSION, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR.
The risk: ATF IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD.
The fix: DEALERS WILL HAVE THE AFT OIL COOLER PIPE ASSEMBLY INSPECTED. IF INSUFFICIENT PLATING IS FOUND DURING INSPECTION, THE DEALER WILL REPLACE THE AFT OIL COOLER PIPE ASSEMBLY WITH NEW PARTS CONTAINING APPROPRIATE ANTI-CORROSION PLATING. THIS S…
The defect: MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 45,988 MY 2005-2007 ENDEAVOR, GALANT, ECLIPSE COUPE, AND MY 2007 ECLIPSE SPYDER VEHICLES. THE BRACKET THAT IS THE ATTACHMENT POINT FOR THE LEFT REAR FUEL TANK MOUNTING STRAP MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY FORMED DURING A METAL STAMPING PROCESS. THE PROCESS MAY HAVE CAUSED THE META…
The risk: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
The fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE LEFT REAR FUEL TANK STRAP MOUNTING BRACKET HAS SPLITTING BEYOND A SPECIFIC LIMIT. VEHICLES WITH MODERATE TO SEVERE SPLITTING WILL BE REPAIRED USING A REINFORCEMENT CAP, A SPECIAL STRUCTURAL ADHESIVE, AND…
The defect: MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 45,988 MY 2005-2007 ENDEAVOR, GALANT, ECLIPSE COUPE, AND MY 2007 ECLIPSE SPYDER VEHICLES. THE BRACKET THAT IS THE ATTACHMENT POINT FOR THE LEFT REAR FUEL TANK MOUNTING STRAP MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY FORMED DURING A METAL STAMPING PROCESS. THE PROCESS MAY HAVE CAUSED THE META…
The risk: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
The fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE LEFT REAR FUEL TANK STRAP MOUNTING BRACKET HAS SPLITTING BEYOND A SPECIFIC LIMIT. VEHICLES WITH MODERATE TO SEVERE SPLITTING WILL BE REPAIRED USING A REINFORCEMENT CAP, A SPECIAL STRUCTURAL ADHESIVE, AND…
The defect: MITSUBISHI IS RECALLING 73,000 MY 2004-2006 GALLANT PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING VEHICLE USE, THE IGNITION KEY INTERLOCK CABLE (WHICH IS A COMPONENT OF THE INTERLOCK SYSTEM) MAY ALLOW THE INTERLOCKING CAM TO FALL FORWARD AND ALLOW THE IGNITION KEY TO BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WHEN THE GEARS…
The risk: IF THE DRIVER DOES NOT SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE REMOVING THE KEY AND FAILS TO ENGAGE THE PARKING BRAKE, THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR.
The fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND CORRECT THESE VEHICLES FOR THE REPORTED CONDITION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 2, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-888-648-7820.
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
Mitsubishi Galant or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The Mitsubishi Galant has far fewer complaints per year (about 32) than the Chevrolet Silverado (about 823), and also fewer recalls (10 vs 101). In practice, that means a Galant owner is likely to face fewer reported problems overall, though the Silverado's much larger sales volume means raw counts are not a direct quality comparison.
Key differences
- The Galant averages about 32 complaints per year, while the Silverado averages about 823, so the Silverado generates far more owner-reported issues annually.
- Galant complaints cluster around visibility (wheel covers, mirrors) and structure (loss of control), while Silverado complaints center on engine and powertrain failures like shutdowns and neutral drops.
- The Silverado has 101 recalls versus 10 for the Galant, including fuel pump and forward collision warning subjects, which means more potential safety campaigns to track.
- Both have brake-related complaints, but the Silverado's include a sudden loss of normal braking and stalling, while the Galant's are more about brake light sockets and scraping noises.
- Check that all wheel covers are present and tight, and test drive above 60 mph if possible to see if any loosen or fly off.
- Inspect the rearview mirror mount and windshield for cracks or a loose assembly, and confirm the air bag warning light comes on and goes off normally.
- Ask for records of any engine or transmission repairs, and test drive at low speed in a parking lot to feel for sudden neutral engagement or stalling.
- Check for dashboard messages about diesel particulate filter soot on diesel models, and verify that brakes feel normal with no firm-pedal loss of stopping power.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and any dealer service records, paying special attention to recalls for fuel tank, ignition, and brake master cylinder on the Galant.
- For the Silverado, confirm all open recalls are done, especially fuel pump control module and forward collision warning, and ask about engine or transmission replacements.
- During the test drive, listen for scraping or grinding noises near the steering wheel on the Galant and check that all brake lights and interior lights work.
- On the Silverado, test the brakes at low speed and check that the dashboard screens and warning lights behave normally, with no sudden shutdowns.
- Have a trusted mechanic inspect the Galant's suspension and steering for looseness, and the Silverado's engine and transmission for stored fault codes.
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 Mitsubishi Galant or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Mitsubishi Galant vs Chevrolet Silverado
- Mitsubishi Galant total complaints
- 317
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 8,227
- Mitsubishi Galant total recalls
- 10
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 101
- Mitsubishi Galant avg complaints/year
- 31.7
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 822.7
- More reliable overall
- Mitsubishi Galant
- Mitsubishi Galant top complaint area
- VISIBILITY
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE