NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Chevrolet Colorado Safety Ratings
The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado scores 77 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 143 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 77/100, placing it in the Average band. Strong side-crash protection and a clean recall record support that score, though a 3-star rollover rating and optional-only crash-avoidance tech keep it from climbing higher.
The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 77 out of 100 and a 5-star NHTSA side-crash rating, sourced from federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 119 Sedans from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado ranks 90 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 77 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 21.9% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 143 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 90 of 119 Sedans tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado?
A 3-star rollover rating, accompanied by a 22 percent rollover risk, stands as the most significant safety consideration for the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. This result is a clear trade-off against an otherwise strong crash protection pillar, which earned 57 out of a possible 70 points toward the vehicle's 77 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index score. The 5-star side impact rating is a standout for a midsize pickup in this model year. The Safety Index rates the 2019 Colorado as Average. Its defect record contributes 14 out of 20 points, bolstered by a zero-recall count for this specific model year. However, avoidance technology scores only 6 out of 10. This is due to forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems being optional rather than standard equipment. While electronic stability control is standard, the optional nature of key active-avoidance features limits the Colorado's overall safety ceiling. The 143 unverified owner complaints, primarily concerning the Power Train and Electrical System, warrant monitoring, though they do not directly influence the Safety Index score.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Colorado's rollover rating stands at 3 out of 5 stars, with NHTSA measuring a 22 percent risk of rollover. While the dynamic tip test indicated no tip, this remains the weakest area in the model's safety profile. Frontal protection earned 4 out of 5 stars, with side impact protection achieving a full 5 stars, contributing to an overall 4 out of 5 star rating from NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13600
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?
The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No park-outside advisory and no do-not-drive order has been issued for this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check directly through NHTSA, as recall records can be updated at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado?
NHTSA has received 143 unverified owner complaints for the 2019 Colorado. Alleged problem areas include Power Train (62 reports), Electrical System (24), Steering (21), and Engine (20). These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects, and include reported allegations of 6 crashes, 4 fires, 12 injuries, and 1 death.
143 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado?
Owners of the 2019 Colorado should verify its recall status. While no open recalls are currently on file with NHTSA, this can change, and any previously issued recall remedies must be confirmed as completed by the prior owner before taking delivery.
- The 2019 Colorado's side-crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars is the single strongest result in its NHTSA test profile, setting it apart from its own overall and frontal scores.
- Rollover is this model year's measurable weak point: a 3-star rating and a 22 percent rollover risk figure are specific numbers buyers of this body-style and drivetrain configuration should weigh carefully.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning were optional, not standard, on this model year, which directly suppressed the avoidance-tech sub-score to 6 out of 10 and limits the Index ceiling.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2019 Colorado, a positive defect-record signal, but the 143 unverified NHTSA complaints, led by Power Train allegations, represent a pattern worth reviewing before purchase.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado places
The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Chevrolet Colorado safety questions
Was the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 77 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 21.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 143 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
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Rivals in Sedan (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Acura RLX Sport | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi Rs5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S5 Sportback | 99/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Audi S4 | 98/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S 60d | 98/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 13600), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Colorado 2019.
- 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 90 of 119 in the Sedan class for 2019.
- 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.