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NHTSA crash test of the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2022 Chevrolet Colorado

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
47Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE CHEVROLET COLORADO

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.

VERDICT

The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 81 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

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

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 21.2%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16028

Index breakdown

Crash protection57/70
Avoidance tech6/10
Defect record18.25/20
Forward collision warning: OptionalLane departure warning: OptionalStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

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 // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

47 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

1reported crash
0reported fire
1reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 18Steering 11Unknown Or Other 8Service Brakes 5Engine 3Power Train 3

Other Colorado years

Rivals in Sedan (2022)

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 16028), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Chevrolet Colorado 2022. Class rank 75 of 90 in Sedan 2022. Methodology · Disclosure