NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison Safety Ratings
The 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison scores 83 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), 1 recall, and 26 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 83/100, placing it in the Strong band. This represents a meaningful six-point climb from the 2024 model's 77/100 Average rating. Its crash protection score is the primary driver of that standing, making this a competitive year for the nameplate.
The 2025 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison earned a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100 and a 5-star NHTSA side-crash rating, based on federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison ranks 75 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 83 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 0% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 26 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 75 of 90 Sedans tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison?
The 2025 Colorado ZR2 Bison achieved a 5 out of 5-star side impact rating from federal testing, contributing to its improved crash protection subscore of 63 out of 70 possible points. This year, the model earns an overall Safety Index score of 83 out of 100, placing it in the Strong safety band. This represents a six-point increase from the 2024 model's 77 out of 100 score. The frontal crash rating stands at 4 out of 5 stars. However, the vehicle's avoidance technology subscore is a low 2 out of 10 points. While forward collision warning and electronic stability control are standard, this score indicates a limited array of advanced driver-assistance systems. The defect record subscore of 18.3 out of 20 reflects a single recall campaign. This recall addresses a low-severity documentation issue, not a structural or powertrain defect. The agency has logged 26 owner complaints, with a concentration in the braking system and forward collision avoidance.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Colorado ZR2 Bison achieved a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's side-crash test. Its frontal crash test rating was solid, earning 4 out of 5 stars. However, NHTSA did not publish evaluations for the vehicle's overall safety or rollover risk. These unrated categories mean no official assessment was completed, and should not be interpreted as either positive or negative safety indicators.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20502
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison have any recalls?
One recall campaign covers this model year. It is a documentation recall involving the owners, service, and other manual, issued by General Motors. The campaign spans multiple GM vehicles including the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is indicated in the available data for this campaign. Owners should verify remedy status by VIN at NHTSA.gov.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL26V114000
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.
Remedy: 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 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle
Reported 2026-02-26
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison?
Twenty-six owner complaints have been submitted to NHTSA for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Service Brakes with 10 reports, Forward Collision Avoidance with 8, and Electrical System with 7. One alleged crash and one alleged injury appear in the filings. All are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts.
26 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison?
The 2025 Colorado ZR2 Bison was subject to a recall campaign addressing documentation. Owners should consult the NHTSA recall lookup tool using their vehicle's VIN to confirm the recall has been remedied. Additional recall campaigns may have been initiated since the initial sale; these repairs are provided at no cost at authorized dealerships.
- The Safety Index rose six points year over year, from 77/100 in 2024 to 83/100 in 2025, moving the ZR2 Bison from the Average band into the Strong band for this specific model year.
- NHTSA awarded a 5-star side rating and a 4-star frontal rating for 2025, but the overall and rollover ratings are not rated, meaning those evaluations were not completed for this configuration.
- The single 2025 recall is a documentation campaign covering the owners and service manual, shared across multiple GM platforms, with no park-outside or do-not-drive directive indicated.
- Twenty-six NHTSA complaints for this model year include 10 alleged brake issues and 8 alleged forward collision avoidance concerns, all unverified, and the avoidance technology subscore of 2 out of 10 signals a gap in the active safety credit for this year.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison places
The 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison safety questions
Was the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 83 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 Colorado Zr2 Bison crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison earned 4 out of 5 stars for frontal and 5 out of 5 stars for side. Its measured rollover risk is 0%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 26 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison. 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.
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Rivals in Sedan (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Cadillac CT5 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Subaru Impreza | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20502), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Colorado Zr2 Bison 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 75 of 90 in the Sedan 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.