NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV Safety Ratings
The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV scores 88 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 3 recalls, and 17 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV achieves an 88/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, representing a significant 11-point improvement over the 2024 model's 77/100 Average rating. This places the 2025 model firmly in the Strong safety band. The crash-test record for this specific year is genuinely impressive, though its safety profile is tempered by three active recall campaigns.
The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV earned a 5-star overall crash-test rating and an 88/100 Strong Safety Index score according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 153 SUVs from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV ranks 83 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 88 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 10.5% |
| Recalls on file | 3 |
| Owner complaints | 17 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 83 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV?
The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV achieves an 88/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, an 11-point gain that moves it into the Strong safety band. This improvement is primarily driven by a robust crash-protection sub-score of 66 out of 70. The vehicle secured a 5-star overall NHTSA rating, with perfect 5-star results in both frontal and side impact testing. The rollover assessment shows a 4-star rating and an 11-percent rollover risk, presenting the only moderate scores in the crash-test data. The avoidance-tech sub-score, at 6 out of 10, reflects that forward collision warning and lane departure warning are not standard equipment for this model year; only electronic stability control is included across all trims. The defect-record component, rated 15.75 out of 20, is influenced by three recall campaigns. Of particular concern are two recalls addressing the parking brake, one of which specifically targets an inadequate prior repair. This highlights potential vulnerabilities in a critical safety system. The 17 unverified owner complaints, concentrated in areas such as forward collision avoidance and service brakes, align thematically with the recall concerns, pointing to the braking and active-safety systems as key areas for buyers to scrutinize for the 2025 Blazer EV.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV achieved an overall 5-star safety rating from NHTSA, reflecting strong performance in core crashworthiness evaluations. This includes perfect 5-star scores in both frontal and side impact protection. Its rollover performance, however, presented a slight moderation to these results, earning 4 out of 5 stars with an 11 percent rollover risk in testing. The vehicle did not tip in the dynamic tip-test assessment.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20543
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV have any recalls?
Three recall campaigns cover this model year. Two address the rear parking brake wiring harness, which may become damaged, including a follow-up campaign for vehicles that may have been repaired incorrectly under a prior recall. A third campaign covers door strikers that were not properly heat-treated on certain 2025 Blazer, Blazer EV, and Equinox vehicles. Shoppers should verify all three by VIN before purchase.
PARKING BRAKE26V031000
Risk: Unintended activation of the parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash. Loss of the parking brake function while parked can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the chassis harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 25, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252532830.
Reported 2026-01-22
PARKING BRAKE25V433000
Risk: Unintended activation of the parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash. Loss of the parking brake function while parked can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the harness and, if necessary, reroute the harness and install anti-abrasive tape. Any harness that has existing damage will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 1, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252503010.
Reported 2025-06-25
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH24V737000
Risk: A broken door striker can cause the door to open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all four side door strikers and attachment bolts, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still in dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters are expected to be mailed. Owners may call Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242477131.
Reported 2024-10-02
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV?
Seventeen owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for the 2025 Blazer EV. These are unverified consumer allegations. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Forward Collision Avoidance (9 reports), Service Brakes (6), and Electrical System (5). One alleged crash and three alleged injuries appear in the dataset.
17 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV?
A key safety consideration for the 2025 Blazer EV involves its recall record. Three distinct campaigns have been issued, two of which address critical parking-brake functionality. Prospective owners should verify that these actions, and the third recall, have been fully remedied through NHTSA's VIN lookup tool. Resolution of these safety-related issues, particularly those impacting braking, is a practical and immediate concern.
- The 2025 model year Safety Index of 88/100 Strong represents an 11-point gain over the 2024 model year's 77/100 Average score, the largest year-over-year Index movement in this nameplate's short history.
- Two of the three 2025 recall campaigns target the rear parking brake wiring harness, including a second campaign issued because some vehicles may have been incorrectly repaired under the first, making VIN verification of remedy completion especially important for this model year.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning are optional, not standard, on the 2025 Blazer EV, which holds the avoidance-tech sub-score to 6 out of 10 and is a spec point buyers should confirm on any specific unit.
- Nine of the 17 unverified NHTSA complaints for this model year allege problems with the Forward Collision Avoidance system, the single most-reported component category, which prospective buyers should note alongside the active-safety recall history.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV places
The 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV safety questions
Was the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 88 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 10.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 3 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 17 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Blazer EV years
Rivals in SUV (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model X | 96/100 | not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Acura ADX | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20543), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Blazer EV 2025.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 83 of 153 in the SUV class for 2025.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.