Head-to-head reliability
Rolls Royce Ghost vs Chevrolet Silverado
How the Rolls Royce Ghost 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
Rolls Royce Ghost vs Chevrolet Silverado: over 10 years, the Ghost has 0 complaints and 6 recalls, while the Silverado has 5,105 complaints, 100 recalls, and 117 crash-related reports. The Silverado averages about 510.5 complaints per year. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Rolls Royce Ghost or Chevrolet Silverado more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Rolls Royce Ghost
The Rolls Royce Ghost is a low-volume luxury car that, over the past 10 years, has generated no owner complaints in the NHTSA database. That doesn't mean nothing ever goes wrong, but it does mean there is no pattern of repeated failures reported by owners. Its six recalls cover electrical instrument panel issues, seat belts, and air bags, so buyers should verify those fixes were done. In ownership terms, it's a vehicle with very little public complaint history to judge by.
Chevrolet Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a high-volume pickup that has generated 5,105 complaints over 10 years, about 510 per year. The most common complaint areas are the engine, power train, electrical system, and service brakes, with 117 crash-related reports, 104 injuries, and 1 death in the data. Owners describe serious issues like sudden loss of braking, engine power loss at highway speed, and transmission shifting into neutral. This is a truck with a long, well-documented list of reported problems.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Rolls Royce Ghost | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 5,105 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 6 Better | 100 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 117 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 Better | 510.5 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 104 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
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.
Rolls Royce Ghost
No component data available.
Recalls exist for the instrument cluster, which can affect how speed, warning lights, and other key information are displayed. A buyer should confirm the recall repair was completed, because a faulty cluster can leave a driver without critical driving information.
Recalls cover seat belts, including the front retractor. If a retractor fails, the belt may not lock or retract properly in a crash. Buyers should check that both front seat belts pull out and retract smoothly and that the recall was performed.
There is a recall for the air bags, which could mean a risk that they may not deploy as designed in a crash. A buyer should verify the air bag recall was completed and watch for any air bag warning light on the dash.
Chevrolet Silverado
- 01ENGINE1,698
- 02POWER TRAIN1,453
- 03ELECTRICAL SYSTEM982
- 04SERVICE BRAKES691
- 05UNKNOWN OR OTHER542
Owners report engine problems including a 6.2L motor issue that left a family stranded 750 miles from home, and a 6.6L Duramax diesel with repeated diesel particulate filter soot accumulation events at low mileage. These are not minor annoyances; they can cause loss of power and require dealer repairs.
Complaints describe the truck suddenly going into neutral while driving slowly uphill in a parking garage, and the same 6.2L engine issue affecting power delivery. A transmission that slips into neutral can leave a driver without acceleration when they need it most.
Owners report a sudden, severe loss of normal braking with a firm pedal but poor stopping effect, and at 70 MPH an engine pinging sound followed by loss of motive power, inoperable brakes, and inoperable steering. These electrical faults can disable multiple safety systems at once.
Complaints include the same sudden loss of normal braking and the 70 MPH event where brakes became inoperable. Brake problems are especially serious because they directly affect the ability to stop and avoid a crash.
“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.
Rolls Royce Ghost — 6 recalls
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021 2 Series (230i, 230i xDrive, M240i, M240i xDrive), 330e, 330e Xdrive, 4 Series Coupe (430i, 430i xDrive, M440i xDrive) M4 Coupe, M4 Competition Coupe, BMW 4 Series Convertible (430i, M440i), BMW X1 sDrive28i, xDrive28i, 2 Series Gran Coupe (…
The risk: During a crash, a seat belt retractor that does not function as intended increases the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the seat belt retractors (including the seat belts) and, if necessary, replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 3, 2021. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-8…
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Rolls-Royce Ghost vehicles. The single-layer tempered glass protecting the instrument cluster may break in a crash.
The risk: Broken glass can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will apply a protective coating on the instrument cluster's single-layer tempered glass, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2023. Owners may contact Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Rolls-Royce Ghost vehicles. The single-layer tempered glass protecting the instrument cluster may break in a crash.
The risk: Broken glass can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix: Dealers will apply a protective coating on the instrument cluster's single-layer tempered glass, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 8, 2023. Owners may contact Rolls Royce customer service at 1-877-877-3735.
The defect: BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper, Mini Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, MINI Cooper Clubman, and Cooper S Clubman, 2017 Rolls-Royce Ghost, and 2016 528i vehicles. The vehicle-sensitive locking mechanism of the s…
The risk: In the event of a crash where heavy braking is applied, the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) may activate when the occupant is more forward in the seat, possibly increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's seat belt assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
Chevrolet Silverado — 100 recalls
The defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, GMC Sierra 2500 and 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertently…
The risk: An unlatched tailgate may open while driving and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Chevr…
The defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra 2500, 3500 vehicles. The steering gear shaft may fracture and disconnect from the steering arm.
The risk: A steering arm that disconnects may result in a total loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gear, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-4…
The defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD 2500, 3500, and GMC Sierra HD 2500, 3500 vehicles equipped with power-unlatching tailgates. The tailgate's electronic gate-release switch may short circuit due to water intrusion, which can result in the tailgate inadvertentl…
The risk: An unlatched tailgate may open and result in a loss of unsecured cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised to check that the tailgate is closed and latched before driving. Dealers will replace the exterior touchpad switch assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 17, 2024. Owners may contact…
The defect: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 GMC Hummer EV pick up, 2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV, and 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV vehicles. The left or right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts may not be tightened properly.
The risk: An improperly tightened seat belt buckle may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will tighten the left and right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-833-EVCHEVY (1-833-382-4389) (TTY 711 /…
Buyer analysis
Rolls Royce Ghost or Chevrolet Silverado: which should you buy?
The Rolls Royce Ghost has 0 complaints per year over 10 years, while the Chevrolet Silverado averages about 510.5 complaints per year. In practice, that means a Ghost buyer sees almost no public owner-reported failure pattern, while a Silverado buyer faces a large, active set of complaints about engines, transmissions, brakes, and electrical systems. The difference is not just numbers; it is the type of problems, with the Silverado showing reports of sudden power loss and brake failure.
Key differences
- The Ghost has 0 complaints and 6 recalls over 10 years, while the Silverado has 5,105 complaints and 100 recalls, a massive gap in reported owner issues.
- Silverado owners report serious safety events like sudden loss of braking and loss of motive power at 70 MPH, while the Ghost has no complaint text describing such failures.
- The Ghost's recalls focus on instrument cluster, seat belts, and air bags, while the Silverado's recalls include tailgate latches, steering, seat belt anchorage, and brake fluid warning sensors.
- The Silverado data includes 117 crash-related reports, 104 injuries, and 1 death, while the Ghost data shows 0 in each of those categories.
- Check that the instrument cluster recall was completed and that all gauges and warning lights work correctly when you turn the key.
- Test both front seat belts to make sure they pull out and retract smoothly, and confirm the seat belt and air bag recalls were performed.
- During a test drive, listen for engine pinging or rough running, and watch for any message about reduced power or diesel particulate filter soot accumulation.
- Test the brakes at low speed in a safe area and feel for a firm pedal with poor stopping, and check that the transmission does not slip into neutral unexpectedly.
Before you buy
- Ask for the VIN and run it through NHTSA to confirm all open recalls for the specific vehicle have been repaired.
- For the Silverado, get a pre-purchase inspection that includes a scan for engine, transmission, brake, and electrical fault codes.
- For the Ghost, verify the instrument cluster, seat belt, and air bag recalls were done and that no warning lights remain on.
- Test drive both vehicles in conditions that match your daily use, including highway speeds and stop-and-go braking, and note any hesitation, pinging, or brake feel issues.
- Request service records and ask directly whether the owner experienced any loss of power, braking, or transmission engagement problems.
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 | Rolls Royce Ghost | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 98 |
| 2025 | 0 | 150 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 1340 |
| 2021 | 0 | 934 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 1992 |
| 2018 | 0 | 591 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
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 Rolls Royce Ghost or Chevrolet Silverado in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Rolls Royce Ghost vs Chevrolet Silverado
- Rolls Royce Ghost total complaints
- 0
- Chevrolet Silverado total complaints
- 5,105
- Rolls Royce Ghost total recalls
- 6
- Chevrolet Silverado total recalls
- 100
- Rolls Royce Ghost avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- Chevrolet Silverado avg complaints/year
- 510.5
- More reliable overall
- Rolls Royce Ghost
- Chevrolet Silverado top complaint area
- ENGINE