MODEL
Chevrolet Silverado Ev
NHTSA safety across every Chevrolet Silverado Ev model year we cover.
Across the 3 model years of the Chevrolet Silverado Ev we cover (2024 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2025 at 87 on the NHTSA Safety Index. 7 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Chevrolet Silverado EV is a full-size electric pickup truck aimed squarely at work-oriented buyers and tech-forward truck enthusiasts who want serious hauling capability without a combustion engine. Entering a fiercely competitive segment, it competes with the Ford F-150 Lightning and Rivian R1T, positioning itself as a rugged, purpose-built electric workhorse with mainstream Chevy credibility behind it.
The Silverado EV earns a genuinely strong safety standing in our coverage window of 2024 to 2025. Its best NHTSA Safety Index reaches 87 out of 100 in the 2025 model year, placing it firmly in our Strong band. Crash-test results back that up: the truck scores a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in both frontal and side disciplines, with a respectable 4 out of 5 in rollover protection. That rollover figure is worth noting but is not unusual for a large, tall pickup, electric or otherwise. The added floor weight from the battery pack does lower the center of gravity compared to traditional trucks, which likely contributes to the competitive rollover result. Across both model years, five recalls have been issued. That is a moderate count for a brand-new platform navigating the complexities of an all-electric architecture, and shoppers should verify that any candidate vehicle has all open recalls resolved before purchase. Owner complaints total 37 across both years, including 2 crash allegations and 1 injury allegation. These are unverified claims, but the complaint volume is worth monitoring as the model matures. Overall, the Silverado EV's crash-test performance is its clearest strength, and buyers prioritizing occupant protection have real reason for confidence here.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Silverado EV as a capable and technologically ambitious entry in the electric pickup segment, praising its driving refinement and feature set relative to traditional work trucks. Most acknowledge it as a strong competitor against established electric rivals, though some note that as a first-generation platform it continues to evolve in real-world ownership.
- The 2025 Silverado EV achieves an NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, landing in the Strong band, which is among the better outcomes in the full-size truck segment.
- Frontal and side crash protection both score a maximum 5 out of 5 stars, meaning occupants in the most common crash scenarios are well-protected by federal testing standards.
- Five recalls have been issued across the 2024 and 2025 model years. As a first-generation electric platform, shoppers should check the NHTSA recall database by VIN to confirm all open campaigns are closed before finalizing any purchase.
- Owner complaints stand at 37 across both covered years, including 2 crash allegations and 1 injury allegation. These are unverified, but the complaint record is worth revisiting as the model accumulates more real-world mileage and the data set grows.
Most-recalled year on record: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Ev with 4 recalls.