NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Safety Record
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 4 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV has not undergone federal crash testing, leaving consumers without star ratings from NHTSA to assess its safety performance. This absence of crash-test data means no Safety Index score can be computed for the model year. Despite the lack of crash-test results, the vehicle does present a light recall and complaint record: two recall campaigns have been issued, and NHTSA has received four owner complaints.
The 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Light recall and complaint burden, and is subject to two recall campaigns according to federal NHTSA records.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 4 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV?
The 2026 Silverado EV carries a recall for its ESC control module software, a critical active safety system. Prospective owners should verify remedy completion. The model year enters the federal safety record with a light overall recall and complaint burden. Its four reported owner complaints span multiple systems but show no associated crashes or injuries. NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2026 Silverado EV, so no star ratings or Safety Index score are available for this specific model year. The 2025 Silverado EV holds a Safety Index of 87, but that score does not apply to the 2026 model.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV have any recalls?
The 2026 Silverado EV is covered by two recall campaigns. The first addresses a documentation issue involving owners, service, and other manuals across several GM models. The second, and more operationally significant, targets the Electronic Stability Control module software: GM is recalling certain 2026 Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV electric vehicles after an electrical event was found to affect ESC system function. Neither recall carries an explicit park-outside or do-not-drive directive in the data provided, but shoppers should verify current remedy status at nhtsa.gov.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY26V494000
Risk: A loose component may move and damage the high voltage battery, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the high voltage battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262562600. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on N
Reported 2026-07-30
WHEELS26V496000
Risk: A cracked wheel may lead to disc separation and a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wheels as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 23, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262556920. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 30, 2026.
Reported 2026-07-30
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL26V114000
Risk: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle
Reported 2026-02-26
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE25V594000
Risk: An indicator light that does not illuminate may fail to warn the driver of an ESC system issue, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The EBCM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 15, 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 N252515340.
Reported 2025-09-11
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV?
Four owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2026 Silverado EV. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The top components alleged are Forward Collision Avoidance, cited in two separate reports, followed by single allegations each involving Visibility and Wipers, the Electrical System, Service Brakes, and the Fuel and Propulsion System. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are recorded among these four reports.
4 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV?
The 2026 Silverado EV carries two open recalls, necessitating a VIN check for all prospective buyers. Owners should verify remedy of the ESC software recall and the manual documentation recall through nhtsa.gov before vehicle delivery.
- The 2026 Silverado EV has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no Safety Index or star ratings exist for this model year; shoppers cannot draw on federal crash-test data when evaluating it.
- An active recall targets the Electronic Stability Control module software on 2026 Silverado EV units; owners should verify remedy status for their specific VIN at nhtsa.gov, as ESC is a primary active-safety system.
- A second recall covers an owners, service, and other manual documentation issue shared across multiple 2025 and 2026 GM models; while less operationally critical, open recall status should still be confirmed by VIN.
- Four unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year, with Forward Collision Avoidance appearing in two of those reports; none of the four complaints are associated with a crash, fire, injury, or death.
FAQ2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV safety questions
Was the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 4 recalls and 4 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 4 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV. 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.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Silverado EV 2026.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- 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.