NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Safety Ratings
The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 scores 78 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Average), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 78 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 achieved strong crash-test scores, anchoring its NHTSA Safety Index at 78 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. However, a notably low sub-score for avoidance technology and an expanding file of owner complaints prevented the model from ascending to a higher safety classification.
The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 received a 5-out-of-5 overall star rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 78 out of 100, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 90 Sedans from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ranks 81 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 78 / 100 (Average) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 19.8% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 78 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 81 of 90 Sedans tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
The 2025 Silverado 1500 moves the NHTSA Safety Index one point forward to 78 out of 100 from the 2024 model's 77, a modest but real gain that keeps it firmly in the Average band. The crash-protection sub-score of 61 out of 70 is the engine driving that result, backed by NHTSA's 5-star overall and 5-star side ratings. The rollover figure of 20 percent and a 4-star frontal score represent the ceiling on that sub-score. Where the 2025 year specifically struggles is the avoidance-tech sub-score of just 2 out of 10, a figure that reflects how NHTSA scores the presence and standardization of active-safety features across the lineup rather than their hardware quality alone. The defect record sub-score of 14.75 out of 20 is the other variable to watch: with 78 complaints already logged, including unverified allegations of 4 fires and 3 injuries concentrated in the Engine and Electrical System categories, this is a complaint volume worth monitoring. The absence of any recall campaign for this model year is a positive data point, but complaint totals at this level for a relatively young vehicle year suggest the defect-record sub-score could shift as the file matures.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Silverado 1500 achieved an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA, anchored by a 5-star performance in side impact testing. Its frontal crash protection and rollover resistance were each rated at 4 out of 5 stars. The Silverado 1500 carries a 20 percent rollover risk, though it did return a "No Tip" result in dynamic testing.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20527
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have any recalls?
The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No park-outside or do-not-drive advisories have been issued for this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as recall records can be updated at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
NHTSA has received 78 unverified owner complaints for this model year, including alleged reports of 1 crash, 4 fires, and 3 injuries. The most frequently cited components in these unverified allegations are the Engine, Electrical System, and Power Train.
78 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
Before purchasing a used 2025 Silverado 1500, run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database to confirm no new campaigns have been filed since this data was compiled. Verify that any remedy work is completed before taking delivery, as recall status can change.
- The 2025 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file, a cleaner defect record than many full-size trucks at this stage of their production cycle.
- NHTSA's 78 unverified owner complaints for this model year include alleged reports of 4 fires, with Engine and Electrical System as the top two cited components, making those areas worth a careful pre-purchase inspection.
- The avoidance-tech sub-score of 2 out of 10 is the single largest drag on the 78-point Safety Index, reflecting how active-safety feature standardization across trims is scored, not the absence of the hardware itself.
- The one-point Index gain over the 2024 Silverado 1500 is driven primarily by the crash-protection sub-score, where the 5-star overall and 5-star side NHTSA results give this specific model year its strongest safety footing.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 places
The 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 safety questions
Was the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 78 out of 100, placing it in the Average band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 19.8%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 78 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Silverado 1500 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 20527), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 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 81 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.