NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2021 Chevrolet Colorado
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Chevrolet Colorado is a mid-size pickup truck aimed at buyers who want truck capability without the bulk of a full-size. Positioned squarely against rivals like the Ford Ranger and Toyota Tacoma, the Colorado appeals to work-oriented drivers, outdoor enthusiasts, and daily commuters who need towing and hauling flexibility. Across the 2019 to 2025 model years, MotorCaliber tracks its safety record closely using federal NHTSA data.
The 2021 Chevrolet Colorado earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 76 out of 100, an average result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Chevrolet Colorado as a capable and well-rounded mid-size truck that balances everyday usability with genuine off-road and work-site credentials. Most praise its powertrain options and interior improvements in newer generations, though reviewers tend to note that the segment is competitive and that the Colorado's driver-assistance technology has evolved meaningfully over the covered model years.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 15156
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
SEAT BELTS20V811000
Risk: If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202322230.
Reported 2020-12-23
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
66 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.