NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Chevrolet Express Safety Ratings
The 2025 Chevrolet Express scores 64 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Below Average), 4 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Chevrolet Express scores 64/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index, placing it in the Below Average band. Four active recall campaigns and a four-point drop from the 2024 model year's 68/100 are the defining safety concerns for this specific year. Shoppers should weigh those factors carefully.
The 2025 Chevrolet Express earned a NHTSA Safety Index of 64/100 and a 3-out-of-5-star NHTSA rollover rating, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Chevrolet Express ranks 90 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 64 / 100 (Below Average) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 29.2% |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 90 of 90 Sedans tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Chevrolet Express?
A notably broad range of safety-critical systems have prompted four recall campaigns for the 2025 Chevrolet Express: steering hardware, tire sidewalls on Cutaway versions, the front passenger head restraint, and the structural door impact beam on the driver's side. These defect reports contribute to a Safety Index of 64/100, a four-point decline from the 2024 model year's 68/100. Both years register in the Below Average band. The crash protection sub-score stands at 42 out of 70, reflecting a significant absence of NHTSA NCAP ratings for overall, frontal, and side protection. The sole published crash-test result is a 3-out-of-5 rollover rating, indicating a 29 percent risk. The avoidance tech sub-score of 6 out of 10 notes that forward collision warning and lane departure warning remain optional features, though electronic stability control is standard. The 2025 model year presents a weaker safety profile than its immediate predecessor.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Chevrolet Express perform in crash tests?
For the 2025 model year, the Chevrolet Express earns a 3-out-of-5-star rollover rating from NHTSA. This accompanies a 29 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" result in the dynamic tip test. No other crash protection data for overall, frontal, or side impacts has been published by the agency, precluding assessment of those safety dimensions.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20545
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Chevrolet Express have any recalls?
Yes. Four recall campaigns cover the 2025 Express. The components involved are: the steering gear assembly nut, tire sidewall concerns on Cutaway variants, the front passenger seat head restraint, and the driver's side door impact beam. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is stated in the available campaign summaries, but buyers should verify remedy status by VIN.
STEERING26V399000
Risk: A loose nut that separates from the steering gear assembly while driving can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering gear assembly, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262563570. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 23,
Reported 2026-06-23
TIRES:SIDEWALL26V127000
Risk: A tire with sidewall damage may experience sudden air loss or driver loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect all tire sidewalls and replace tires with sidewall damage, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 27, 2026. 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 N252542620. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on Mar
Reported 2026-03-05
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT25V299000
Risk: An improperly welded head restraint can result in an increased risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front passenger seat frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 23, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252503580.
Reported 2025-05-08
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR25V087000
Risk: An improperly welded door impact beam may not adequately protect occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's side door, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 800-462-8782. GM's recall number for this recall is N242490780.
Reported 2025-02-13
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Chevrolet Express?
NHTSA has recorded zero owner complaints for the 2025 Chevrolet Express. No crash, fire, injury, or death allegations have been filed. There are no top components to report. All NHTSA complaint data represents unverified consumer allegations and not established facts.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Chevrolet Express?
The 2025 Express has been subject to four separate recall campaigns. These addressed steering, tires, the head restraint, and the door impact beam. Buyers of used models should ensure all four recalls have been remedied. An outstanding recall on a safety-critical system presents a material concern.
- The 2025 model year Safety Index of 64/100 represents a four-point drop from the 2024 model year's 68/100, driven in part by four active recall campaigns that span steering, tires, seating, and door structure.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2025 Express for overall, frontal, or side protection, meaning the 3-out-of-5-star rollover rating is the only NCAP result available for this specific model year.
- Both forward collision warning and lane departure warning are listed as optional on this model year, not standard, which limits the avoidance tech sub-score to 6 out of a possible 10 points.
- Zero owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA against the 2025 Express, but that figure reflects the vehicle's age in the market and should not be interpreted as an absence of potential issues.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Chevrolet Express places
The 2025 Chevrolet Express qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Chevrolet Express safety questions
Was the 2025 Chevrolet Express crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Chevrolet Express, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 64 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 2025 Chevrolet Express crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Chevrolet Express earned 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 29.2%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Express have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Express. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Chevrolet Express?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Express. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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Other Express years
Rivals in Sedan (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Audi A4 Allroad | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Cadillac CT5 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Subaru Impreza | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20545), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Express 2025.
- 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 90 in the Sedan class for 2025.
- 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.