NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Chevrolet Tahoe Safety Ratings
The 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe scores 87 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 1 recall, and 32 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe achieves a NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100, marking a significant seven-point improvement over the 2024 model year's 80/100. This places it firmly in the Strong safety band. The vehicle's crash-test profile is competitive, though the presence of one active recall warrants attention. Overall, the available data presents a favorable safety assessment.
The 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe received a five-star overall crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 87/100 based on NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 153 SUVs from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe ranks 92 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 87 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 21.9% |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 32 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 92 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe?
The 2025 Tahoe earns an 87/100 on MotorCaliber's Safety Index, a notable advance from the prior model's 80/100, and remaining within our "Strong" band. A five-star overall NHTSA rating anchors the Tahoe's crash protection score, which accounts for 62 of a possible 70 points. The most significant safety concern for this model year is its rollover rating of three stars and a 22 percent rollover risk, a relevant point given the Tahoe's full-size SUV design. The avoidance technology component scores 6 out of 10. This reflects that both forward collision warning and lane departure warning systems are optional, rather than standard equipment, for 2025. This choice limits the vehicle's score in this category, irrespective of the systems' performance in physical tests. The Tahoe's defect record component registers a strong 18.75 out of 20, supported by only one recall campaign issued thus far. This recall, addressing a hub and wheel issue, spans a broad GM platform, suggesting a supplier-level concern rather than an engineering defect specific to the Tahoe. Owner complaints remain modest for a high-volume full-size SUV, with 32 reported, only one of which alleges injury, and no fatalities alleged.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Tahoe SUV 4WD earned five out of five stars overall from NHTSA, with the same top rating for both frontal and side protection. Rollover protection stands as the outlier in an otherwise strong crash-test performance, with a three-star rating and a 22 percent rollover risk. However, the dynamic tip test recorded no tip, a noteworthy detail alongside the three-star assessment.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20434
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe have any recalls?
One recall has been issued for the 2025 Tahoe. It targets the wheels and hub assembly and covers a broad GM platform group including the 2025-2026 Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data provided, but shoppers should confirm remedy status by VIN before purchase.
WHEELS:HUB26V304000
Risk: A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262554630. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became sea
Reported 2026-05-14
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe?
Thirty-two unverified consumer allegations have been filed with NHTSA for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the engine, reported by 18 complainants, followed by service brakes at 10 and forward collision avoidance at 8. These are unverified allegations, not confirmed defects.
32 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe?
For the 2025 Tahoe, a critical recall involving the hub and wheel assembly demands attention. Consumers considering this model year should verify through NHTSA's VIN lookup tool that any required remedy has been completed. This recall, impacting a safety-critical component, is a primary concern in assessing the vehicle's readiness for service.
- The 2025 Tahoe's Safety Index of 87/100 is a seven-point improvement over the 2024 model year's score of 80/100, the most significant year-over-year movement in recent history for this nameplate in MotorCaliber's tracking.
- NHTSA's rollover rating of three out of five stars, paired with a 22 percent rollover risk, is the single weakest crash-test result for this model year and stands in contrast to the five-star frontal and side scores.
- The one active recall for this model year covers the wheels and hub assembly across a broad GM platform family, meaning the root cause is shared with multiple other 2025-2026 GM full-size SUVs and trucks.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning are listed as optional equipment on this model year, which directly constrains the avoidance-tech component of the Safety Index to 6 out of 10 regardless of trim selected.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe places
The 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Chevrolet Tahoe safety questions
Was the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 21.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 32 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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.
Other Tahoe years
Rivals in SUV (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model X | 96/100 | not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Acura ADX | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20434), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Chevrolet Tahoe 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 92 of 153 in the SUV 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.