NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Chevrolet Colorado Safety Ratings
The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado scores 81 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 1 recall, and 47 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 81/100, placing it in the Strong band. This represents a meaningful five-point climb from the 2021 model year. The improvement reflects solid crash-test performance and a clean defect record, positioning the 2022 Colorado as a competitive choice on safety grounds.
The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado received an overall 4-out-of-5-star NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 81/100, derived entirely from NHTSA crash-test, recall, and complaint data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado ranks 75 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 81 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 21.2% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 47 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 75 of 90 Sedans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?
The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado represents a notable safety-profile improvement over its immediate predecessor. The NHTSA Safety Index moved from 76/100 in the 2021 model year to 81/100 here, a five-point gain that pushed the truck from the Average band into the Strong band. Examining the index breakdown, crash protection accounts for 57 of a possible 70 points, the largest contributor, anchored by that 5-star side-impact result and supported by a solid 4-star frontal score. The 3-star rollover rating and a 21 percent rollover risk figure are the primary drag on that crash-protection sub-score and deserve attention from buyers who frequently carry passengers or load the bed heavily. The avoidance-tech sub-score of 6 out of 10 reflects that both forward collision warning and lane departure warning are optional rather than standard, meaning a specific truck's actual equipment level matters. Electronic stability control is standard across the board. The defect record sub-score of 18.25 out of 20 is strong, consistent with just one recall campaign and a focused, component-specific scope. The 47 unverified complaints, led by electrical and steering allegations, are worth monitoring but do not materially alter the safety picture this year.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado achieved a 4 out of 5 stars overall safety rating from NHTSA. While its frontal crash protection rated 4 stars, the side impact test proved a standout, earning a perfect 5 stars. The rollover assessment presents the weakest result, at 3 stars, with a 21 percent risk of rollover. However, the dynamic tip test did not record a tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16028
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?
The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado carries one NHTSA recall campaign. General Motors recalled certain 2022 Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles equipped with a manual passenger seat due to a critical seat fastener concern that could affect front passenger seat integrity. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the available data, but shoppers should verify remedy completion by VIN.
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS22V375000
Risk: An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat and replace the cushion frame, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2022. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222368320.
Reported 2022-05-26
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?
NHTSA has received 47 unverified owner complaints for the 2022 Colorado. Alleged issues cluster most heavily around the Electrical System (18 reports) and Steering (11 reports), with additional unverified allegations touching Service Brakes, Engine, and Powertrain. One crash and one injury are alleged among those reports.
47 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?
A significant safety concern for the 2022 Colorado is a recall issued for seat fastener issues, impacting a critical component of occupant restraint. Given that this vehicle is now approximately four years old, any prospective buyer should verify, via the NHTSA recall lookup tool using the specific VIN, that the necessary remedy has been completed. The assumption of a resolved recall for a vehicle of this age would be ill-advised.
- The 2022 model year Safety Index of 81/100 represents a five-point year-over-year gain from the 2021 Colorado's 76/100, the specific improvement that moved this truck into the Strong band.
- The side-impact crash test earned a perfect 5 stars for this model year, while the rollover rating of 3 stars and a 21 percent rollover risk figure are the lowest-scoring elements in the NHTSA results.
- The single 2022 recall targets a critical seat fastener on vehicles equipped with a manual passenger seat, a safety-relevant defect that used-market buyers must confirm has been remedied via VIN lookup.
- Both forward collision warning and lane departure warning are listed as optional on this model year, meaning safety-tech equipment levels can vary significantly from one individual 2022 Colorado to another.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado places
The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Chevrolet Colorado safety questions
Was the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 81 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 2022 Chevrolet Colorado crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 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 21.2%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 47 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 Colorado years
Rivals in Sedan (2022)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Audi S5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Q50 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16028), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Colorado 2022.
- 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 2022.
- 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.