MODEL
Chevrolet Silverado Ev Bev
NHTSA safety across every Chevrolet Silverado Ev Bev model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Chevrolet Silverado Ev Bev we cover (2026 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2026 at 94 on the NHTSA Safety Index. 2 recalls have been issued across those years.
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV is a full-size electric pickup truck aimed squarely at work-oriented buyers and tech-forward truck enthusiasts who want zero-emission capability without sacrificing utility. As one of the most anticipated entries in the rapidly growing electric truck segment, it competes in a space where safety expectations are rising alongside performance demands. This is a serious truck for serious buyers.
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV arrives with a strong safety story to tell. MotorCaliber's data shows an NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 100, placing it firmly in the Exceptional band - a result that reflects consistently strong federal crash-test performance. Frontal and side crash ratings both come in at a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, which is genuinely impressive for a vehicle of this size and mass. Rollover protection earns 4 out of 5 stars, a respectable but not perfect outcome that is worth noting for buyers who frequently carry heavy loads or tow. On the recall front, two recalls have been issued across the 2026 model year. That number is not alarming for a first-year electric truck navigating the complexity of new EV architecture, but shoppers should verify that any prospective purchase has had those remedies completed before taking delivery. Owner complaints sit at just 4 total, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths among them - though NHTSA reminds us these are unverified allegations. The overall picture here is genuinely encouraging. The Silverado EV earns its Exceptional rating through real test performance, and the complaint volume is low for a high-profile launch vehicle. The two recalls are the only meaningful caution flag at this early stage.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the Silverado EV for its commanding road presence, well-executed interior refinement, and the smooth, confident driving dynamics that electric propulsion brings to the full-size truck format. Most note that the cabin materials feel appropriately upscale for the segment and that the ride comfort is a genuine strength. A few reviewers flag that the large footprint can feel unwieldy in tight urban settings.
- The 2026 Silverado EV earned a 94 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index, placing it in the Exceptional band - one of the strongest results MotorCaliber tracks in the full-size truck segment.
- Frontal and side crash protection both score a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in federal testing, but the rollover rating of 4 out of 5 stars is worth monitoring, particularly for buyers who regularly load the bed or tow near maximum capacity.
- Two recalls have been issued for the 2026 model year - a figure that is not unusual for a first-generation EV platform, but buyers should confirm with their dealer that all recall repairs have been completed prior to purchase.
- Owner complaints total just 4 across the covered model year, with no reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths among them. While the complaint volume is reassuringly low, these are unverified allegations per NHTSA, and the model is still early in its real-world life cycle.
Most-recalled year on record: 2026 Chevrolet Silverado Ev Bev with 2 recalls.