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GMC Sierra EV Safety
NHTSA safety across every GMC Sierra EV model year we cover.
Across the 3 model years of the GMC Sierra EV we cover (2024 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2025 at 95 on the NHTSA Safety Index. 8 recalls have been issued across those years.
No federal safety data has been published for the GMC Sierra EV. As of this review, NHTSA has not released any crash-test ratings for this model. Without that fundamental information, no assessment of occupant protection can be made. No recall campaigns have been initiated, and no owner complaints have been registered. The absence of data precludes calculation of a Safety Index score.
The GMC Sierra EV puts up an impressive safety scorecard across the 2024-2025 model years we cover at MotorCaliber. Its best NHTSA Safety Index reaches 95 out of 100 in 2025, landing it firmly in the Exceptional band - a strong result for any vehicle, let alone a large-format electric truck. Crash-test performance backs that headline number up: the Sierra EV earns a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in both frontal and side crash testing. The one soft spot is rollover resistance, where it scores 4 out of 5 stars - not a red flag, but worth noting given the tall ride height and significant battery mass typical of electric trucks in this class. Across the two model years covered, NHTSA records 4 recalls, a moderate count that shoppers should track closely on the NHTSA portal since early-generation electric platforms can see evolving recall activity. Owner complaints total 12, including 1 unverified fire allegation and zero reported crashes, injuries, or deaths. These are unverified allegations, but the fire complaint warrants attention given broader industry discussions around high-voltage battery systems. Overall, the safety fundamentals here are genuinely strong, and the Exceptional index rating is earned.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the Sierra EV for its polished integration of capability and technology, highlighting its smooth power delivery and upscale cabin execution. Most assessments position it as one of the more refined entries in the electric truck space, though some reviewers note that real-world range and charging infrastructure remain practical considerations for buyers considering it as a primary work vehicle.
- The 2025 Sierra EV earns a 95 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index, placing it in the Exceptional band - one of the stronger results you will find in the full-size truck segment.
- Frontal and side crash-test ratings are both a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, but the rollover rating comes in at 4 out of 5 stars, a common trade-off for tall, heavy electric trucks with low-mounted battery packs.
- Four recalls are logged across the 2024-2025 coverage window - shoppers should check their specific VIN on the NHTSA recall database regularly, as early-production electric platforms can accumulate recall activity as real-world issues surface.
- One of the 12 owner complaints on record involves an unverified fire allegation - while unconfirmed, buyers of any high-voltage electric vehicle should familiarize themselves with the manufacturer's guidance on battery safety, charging practices, and what to do in a thermal event.
Most-recalled year on record: 2026 GMC Sierra EV with 4 recalls.