NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Chevrolet Express Safety Ratings
The 2022 Chevrolet Express scores 67 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Below Average), 1 recall, and 3 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Chevrolet Express has not undergone full crash testing by NHTSA, leaving significant data gaps for consumers. This absence of comprehensive evaluation, combined with a single active recall concerning transmission software, places the vehicle in the Below Average band on the NHTSA Safety Index, scoring 67/100. Potential buyers should consider these limitations carefully.
The 2022 Chevrolet Express Passenger 3500 15-Passenger Van earned a NHTSA Safety Index of 67/100 and a 3-out-of-5-star NHTSA rollover rating, with overall, frontal, and side crash protection listed as not rated by NHTSA.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 4 Vans from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Chevrolet Express ranks 1 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 67 / 100 (Below Average) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 27.9% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 3 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 1 of 4 Vans tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Chevrolet Express?
The 2022 Chevrolet Express achieves a 3-star rollover rating, the only hard crash-test data NHTSA has published for this model year. Neither overall, frontal, nor side crash tests were conducted on this configuration. This lack of comprehensive crash protection data, combined with active safety features like forward collision warning and lane departure warning being optional rather than standard, defines the safety profile of this 15-passenger van. The 2022 Express scores 67/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, an improvement over the 2021 model's 62/100, though both remain in the Below Average band. Crash protection is the primary factor limiting the overall score, earning 42 out of 70 points. Conversely, the defect record sub-score is strong at 19 out of 20, supported by a single recall and a low volume of owner complaints. Avoidance technology scores 6 out of 10, with electronic stability control included as standard equipment.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Chevrolet Express perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Chevrolet Express registered a 3 out of 5-star rollover rating from NHTSA, with a 28% rollover risk, but passed the dynamic tip test. No other crashworthiness data is available; NHTSA's NCAP program has not rated the Express for overall, frontal, or side protection.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16325
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Chevrolet Express have any recalls?
The 2022 Chevrolet Express carries one recall campaign: a transmission control module software defect affecting certain 2022-2023 Express and GMC Savana vehicles, in which incorrect software in the transmission control module was identified. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the available data for this campaign.
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Risk: Rear wheel lock-up or moving in an unintended direction can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the transmission control module software calibration, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242471620.
Reported 2024-11-07
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Chevrolet Express?
Three unverified consumer allegations have been reported to NHTSA for the 2022 Express. The top components cited in those unverified reports are the Electrical System (2 reports), Service Brakes (1), Structure (1), and Latches/Locks/Linkages (1). No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged.
3 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Chevrolet Express?
A specific recall involving the transmission control module software for the 2022 Express makes a VIN-specific recall check imperative for any prospective buyer of a used model. An open recall is the owner's responsibility to address following purchase.
- The 2022 model year saw the Safety Index rise five points to 67/100 from the 2021 model's 62/100, but the vehicle remains in the Below Average band for both years.
- NHTSA has not assigned overall, frontal, or side crash-test star ratings to this specific 2022 configuration, meaning those protection levels are unknown from federal test data, not confirmed as adequate.
- A single recall was issued for this model year targeting incorrect transmission control module software, shared with certain 2023 Express and GMC Savana vehicles.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning are listed as optional equipment on this 2022 model year, meaning many units on the used market may not be equipped with those crash-avoidance features.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Chevrolet Express places
The 2022 Chevrolet Express qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Chevrolet Express safety questions
Was the 2022 Chevrolet Express crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Chevrolet Express, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 67 out of 100, placing it in the Below Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Chevrolet Express crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Chevrolet Express earned 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 27.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Express have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2022 Chevrolet Express. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Chevrolet Express?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 3 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Chevrolet Express. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Express years
Rivals in Van (2022)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 GMC Savana | 65/100 | not rated | 2 |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 12 | 42/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 15 | 42/100 | not rated | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16325), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Express 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 1 of 4 in the Van 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.