2008 CHEVROLET COLORADO

2 recalls, 130 complaints - 1,281 TSBs

10V575000 Nov 18, 2010
CHILD SEAT
Defect Description
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2011, CHEVROLET COLORADO, GMC CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006, ISUZU I-280/I-350, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008, I-290/I-370, REGULAR CAB VEHICLES AND EXTENDED CAB VEHICLES WITHOUT A REAR SEAT AND EQUIPPED WITH A FRONT 60/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY... Read more
Consequence
BOTH NHTSA AND GM DISCOURAGE PLACEMENT OF A CHILD IN A FRONT SEAT. NEVERTHELESS, THERE ARE INDIVIDUAL CIRCUMSTANCES THAT MAY REQUIRE PLACEMENT OF A CHILD IN A RESTRAINT IN THE FRONT CENTER SEATING POSITION OF THIS VEHICLE THAT DOES NOT OFFER A REAR SEAT. LACK OF ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR AN... Read more
Remedy
DEALERS WILL CUT A HOLE INTO THE BACK PANEL TRIM COVER TO ALLOW ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT POSITION AND WILL PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION AS TO USE IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWN... Read more
192,676 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
09V310000 Jul 29, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
GM IS RECALLING 185,903 MODEL YEAR 2004-2009 COLORADO, GMC MODEL YEAR 2009-2004 CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006 I-280, I-350, MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 I-290, AND I-370, PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, ARIZONA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, HAWAII, LOUISIANA, MISSISSIP... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE SIMULTANEOUS LOSS OF ALL BRAKE LAMPS OR CAUSE ALL OF THE BRAKE LAMPS TO STAY ON CONTINUOUSLY. BOTH OF THESE CONDITIONS COULD FAIL TO WARN OTHERS OF THE DRIVER'S INTENTIONS AND COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS AS SPECIFIED IN THE RECALL BULLETIN FREE OF CHARGE. GM ANTICIPATES THAT PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE BY JUNE 2010. A SPECIAL COVERAGE FOR VEHICLES REGISTERED IN ALL OTHER STATES WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE SAME TIME FRAME. IN THE INTERIM, OWNERS W... Read more
185,903 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Complaint Statistics

130 total complaints 7 crashes 16 fires 4 injuries 3 deaths

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM31
AIR BAGS13
ENGINE8
EXTERIOR LIGHTING7
SERVICE BRAKES7
SEAT BELTS6
POWER TRAIN6
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC5
UNKNOWN OR OTHER4
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE3
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Nov 24, 2025
Incident date: Nov 21, 2025
I am reporting a serious engine defect in my 2017 Kia Sorento. The has failed and presents an ongoing safety concern. The issue is while driving on the interstate, the vehicle began shaking violently, started making a knocking noise and the check engine illuminated. The RPMs also began spiking so ... Read more
SUSPENSION Aug 17, 2022
Incident date: Jun 1, 2022
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. Upon inspection of his vehicle, the contact discovered a hole in his vehicle's subframe. The contact then had an independent mechanic perform a further inspection of the vehicle and two additional holes were discovered in the vehicle's subframe. The contac... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS May 4, 2022
Incident date: May 4, 2022
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that her son informed her that the frame was corroded. The dealer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that she needed to pay out-of-pocket for the diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The man... Read more
ENGINE Nov 26, 2020
Incident date: Nov 1, 2020
THE ELECTRIC INGNITION SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING ON THIS AND A MILLION TRUCKS IN THE COUNTRY PLEASE FIX THIS 10 MINUTE WAITING TIME TO START
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 26, 2020
Incident date: Nov 1, 2020
THE ELECTRIC INGNITION SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING ON THIS AND A MILLION TRUCKS IN THE COUNTRY PLEASE FIX THIS 10 MINUTE WAITING TIME TO START
AIR BAGS Nov 26, 2020
Incident date: Nov 1, 2020
THE ELECTRIC INGNITION SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING ON THIS AND A MILLION TRUCKS IN THE COUNTRY PLEASE FIX THIS 10 MINUTE WAITING TIME TO START
WHEELS Jun 14, 2020
Incident date: Jun 14, 2020
THE ENGINE LIGHT IS ON BECAUSE OF TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR. THE SEAL AROUND WINDSHIELD IS LEAKING CAUSING WATER TO PILE UP IN DRIVER SIDE FLOOR. TALKED TO SOMEONE ELSE THAT HAS SAME YEAR MODEL TRUCK THEY HAVE EXACT SAME PROBLEMS AS MINE.
STRUCTURE:BODY Apr 28, 2020
Incident date: Apr 28, 2020
FRAME IS RUSTING HAVE HOLES IN FRAME LEFT HAND SIDE BEHIND FRONT WHEEL CAN SEE ALL THE WAY THRU FRAME SUPPORT THAT HOLDS SPARE TIRE IS COMPLETELY RUSTED THRU ALSO IF THIS FRAME BRAKES AT THE POINT BEHIND LEFT FRONT WHEEL WILL CAUSE A COMPLETE LOSS OF STEERING EMERGENCY BRAKE BRACKET ALSO MOUNTS HERE... Read more
POWER TRAIN Oct 29, 2019
Incident date: Oct 28, 2019
THE PASS LOCK SYSTEM WILL NOT LET THE TRUCK START HAS LEFT ME STRANDED MANY TIMES. HEATER BLOWER MOTOR STOPPED WORKING ON 1, 2, & 3 SETTINGS. BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR AND PLUG WERE BURNT, STARTED A MINOR FIRE COULD HAVE BEEN WORSE. WHEN I TURN THE VEHICLE TO THE RIGHT MAKES A LARGE VIBRATION AND THE ... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 29, 2019
Incident date: Oct 28, 2019
THE PASS LOCK SYSTEM WILL NOT LET THE TRUCK START HAS LEFT ME STRANDED MANY TIMES. HEATER BLOWER MOTOR STOPPED WORKING ON 1, 2, & 3 SETTINGS. BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR AND PLUG WERE BURNT, STARTED A MINOR FIRE COULD HAVE BEEN WORSE. WHEN I TURN THE VEHICLE TO THE RIGHT MAKES A LARGE VIBRATION AND THE ... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 16, 2019
Incident date: Aug 15, 2019
THE PASS LOCK SYSTEM WILL NOT LET THE TRUCK START, I HAVE HAD THIS SAME COMPLAINT/PROBLEM FOR MANY YEARS, HAVE HAD IN MANY SHOPS FOR SAME ISSUE, YES EACH ONE REPLACED SOMETHING/FIXED IT FOR A SUM OF MONEY. IT HAPPENED AGAIN YESTERDAY LEAVING ME STRANDED ONCE AGAIN. IF I CAN GET IT RUNNING IT APPEARS... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 30, 2019
Incident date: Jul 27, 2019
I WAS DRIVING ALONG THE ROAD AND SMOKE BEGAN TO FILL MY CABIN. THE SMOKE WAS STRONGER ON THE PASSENGER SIDE VENTS. SHORTLY AFTER FLAMES BEGAN TO APPEAR BETWEEN MY WIFE'S FEET THROUGH THE FLOORBOARD. WE PULLED OVER IMMEDIATELY AND EXITED THE VEHICLE AND SHORTLY THEREAFTER IT WAS COMPLETELY ENGULFED... Read more
Fire
POWER TRAIN May 23, 2019
Incident date: Apr 10, 2019
THE VEHICLE WILL GO FROM 2 WHEEL DRIVE TO 4 WHEEL DRIVE WITHOUT ANY WARNING. THIS HAS HAPPENED 4 DIFFERENT TIMES. I STOP AND PUSH THE BUTTON TO RETURN TO 2 WHEEL DRIVE AND IT GOES BACK TO 2 WHEEL. I DID NOT DO ANY INPUT WHEN IT CHANGES TO 4 WHEEL SPONTANEOUSLY WHILE MOVING AT 20 TO 30 MPH AND THEN T... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Apr 11, 2019
Incident date: Apr 10, 2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH. ALL BRAKE LIGHTS STOPPED WORKING; NO LONGER ILLUMINATE WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS PRESSED. THIS INCLUDES THE TOP LAMP, ABOVE THE BACK WINDOW. THERE IS A RECALL NUMBER 09V310000 THAT DESCRIBES THIS SITUATION, BUT ONLY GOOD FOR CERTAIN STATES. IN PROCESS OF BRINGING T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 11, 2019
Incident date: Apr 10, 2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH. ALL BRAKE LIGHTS STOPPED WORKING; NO LONGER ILLUMINATE WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS PRESSED. THIS INCLUDES THE TOP LAMP, ABOVE THE BACK WINDOW. THERE IS A RECALL NUMBER 09V310000 THAT DESCRIBES THIS SITUATION, BUT ONLY GOOD FOR CERTAIN STATES. IN PROCESS OF BRINGING T... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Feb 20, 2019
Incident date: Feb 20, 2019
A FEW YEARS AGO, NOTICED MY CRUISE CONTROL WASN'T WORKING. I TOOK IT TO A CERTIFIED REPAIR SHOP AND FOUND OUT THE PART WAS UNDER RECALL, AND THAT MY BRAKE LIGHTS WEREN'T WORKING EITHER. THE PROBLEM WAS FIXED, UNTIL THIS WEEK. I NOTICED TODAY THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE CRUISE ISN'T WORKING. WHEN I PAR... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Feb 20, 2019
Incident date: Feb 20, 2019
A FEW YEARS AGO, NOTICED MY CRUISE CONTROL WASN'T WORKING. I TOOK IT TO A CERTIFIED REPAIR SHOP AND FOUND OUT THE PART WAS UNDER RECALL, AND THAT MY BRAKE LIGHTS WEREN'T WORKING EITHER. THE PROBLEM WAS FIXED, UNTIL THIS WEEK. I NOTICED TODAY THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE CRUISE ISN'T WORKING. WHEN I PAR... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 16, 2019
Incident date: Jun 12, 2018
SITTING IN A PARKING LOT NONE WITHIN 100 FEET OF ME MY KEYS WERE ON PASSENGER SEAT WHEN THE AIR BAG EXPLOIDED THEN ON JANUARY 2019 BATTERY WENT DEAD PUT NEW BATTERY IN IT THEN ON FEBRUARY 13 LOST ALL POWER TO DASH STILL HAD ALL OTHER POWER BUT WHEN I TURNED IT OFF WILL NOT DO ANYTHING HAD IT TOWED T... Read more
ENGINE Feb 16, 2019
Incident date: Jun 12, 2018
SITTING IN A PARKING LOT NONE WITHIN 100 FEET OF ME MY KEYS WERE ON PASSENGER SEAT WHEN THE AIR BAG EXPLOIDED THEN ON JANUARY 2019 BATTERY WENT DEAD PUT NEW BATTERY IN IT THEN ON FEBRUARY 13 LOST ALL POWER TO DASH STILL HAD ALL OTHER POWER BUT WHEN I TURNED IT OFF WILL NOT DO ANYTHING HAD IT TOWED T... Read more
AIR BAGS Feb 16, 2019
Incident date: Jun 12, 2018
SITTING IN A PARKING LOT NONE WITHIN 100 FEET OF ME MY KEYS WERE ON PASSENGER SEAT WHEN THE AIR BAG EXPLOIDED THEN ON JANUARY 2019 BATTERY WENT DEAD PUT NEW BATTERY IN IT THEN ON FEBRUARY 13 LOST ALL POWER TO DASH STILL HAD ALL OTHER POWER BUT WHEN I TURNED IT OFF WILL NOT DO ANYTHING HAD IT TOWED T... Read more
SEAT BELTS Oct 16, 2018
Incident date: Oct 16, 2018
RECEIVED A SAFETY LETTER SEVERAL YEAR AGO (TOLD NUMBER WAS 14609), I CALLED THE DEALER WHEN I GOT THE LETTER (APPROXIMATELY 2014) AND WAS TOLD SINCE MY AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ON EVEN THOUGH MY SEAT BELT DIDN'T RETRACT PROPERLY, I WAS NOT VALID FOR THE FIX. MOVE FORWARD TO TODAY, MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON A... Read more
AIR BAGS Oct 16, 2018
Incident date: Oct 16, 2018
RECEIVED A SAFETY LETTER SEVERAL YEAR AGO (TOLD NUMBER WAS 14609), I CALLED THE DEALER WHEN I GOT THE LETTER (APPROXIMATELY 2014) AND WAS TOLD SINCE MY AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ON EVEN THOUGH MY SEAT BELT DIDN'T RETRACT PROPERLY, I WAS NOT VALID FOR THE FIX. MOVE FORWARD TO TODAY, MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON A... Read more
ENGINE Aug 23, 2018
Incident date: Mar 7, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET COLORADO. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING, IT SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RPMS INCREASED TO 2000 AND THEN DROPPED TO 500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE ALSO OCCURRED WHILE SWITCHING GEARS. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CON... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 28, 2018
Incident date: Jul 27, 2018
HEATER BLOWER MOTOR STOPPED WORKING ON 1, 2, & 3 SETTINGS. BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR AND PLUG WERE BURNT AND COULD HAVE STARTED A FIRE.
ENGINE Jun 28, 2018
Incident date: Feb 1, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED SEVERAL TIMES WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, AND THE AIR CONDITIONER AND HEATING ALSO FAILED TO FUNCTION INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER (SANBORN CHEVROLET, 1210 S CHEROKEE LN, LOD... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 24, 2018
Incident date: May 22, 2018
INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS WIHERE THE PASSLOCK ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM IS ACTIVATED WITHOUT INTERVENTION AND TRUCK WILL NOT START. I AM THE NEW OWNER OF THIS VEHICLE (3 WEEKS) PROBLEM BEGAN 10 DAYS AGO. HAS OCCURRED 4 TIMES (TWICE IN ONE DAY). RESEARCH ONLINE SHOWS THIS IS NOT AN ISOLATED PROBLEM.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Dec 18, 2017
Incident date: Dec 16, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET COLORADO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO FUNCTION. WHILE INSPECTING THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO FUNCTION. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON TH... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL Dec 18, 2017
Incident date: Dec 16, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET COLORADO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO FUNCTION. WHILE INSPECTING THE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO FUNCTION. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON TH... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Sep 17, 2017
Incident date: Sep 17, 2014
BRAKE LIGHTS DON'T WORK. DISTRIBUTION BOX PERHAPS. DEALERS ARE U SURE.
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 17, 2017
Incident date: Sep 17, 2014
BRAKE LIGHTS DON'T WORK. DISTRIBUTION BOX PERHAPS. DEALERS ARE U SURE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 21, 2017
Incident date: Aug 20, 2017
A WELL KNOWN, RESEARCHED PROBLEM EXIST WITH MY MODEL TRUCK AND SEVERAL OTHER GM CARS WITH THE SECURITY PASSCODE WHICH CAUSES THE IGNITION TO FAIL THEREBY FORCING A WAIT TIME OF 10 MINUTES TO START THE CAR. THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS FOR ANYONE STUCK ON A RAILROAD CROSSING OR IF A FLOOD IS ABOUND OR... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 15, 2017
Incident date: Aug 15, 2017
83000 MILES ON VEHICLE. AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM ON. SMOKE AND PUNGENT ODOR STARTED EMANATING FROM PASSENGER SIDE WITH AIR BLOWER MOTOR ON, FOLLOWED BY BLOWER MOTOR STOP WORKING. INVESTIGATION SHOWED CONNECTOR ON BLOWER MOTOR WAS MELTED RESULTING IN A BAD CONNECTION TO THE MOTOR. REPLACED THE HARNE... Read more
ENGINE Oct 27, 2016
Incident date: Oct 27, 2016
THIS VEHICLE SEEMS TO HAVE A MIND OF ITS OWN. YOU GET IN THE VEHICLE TO GO SOMEWHERE AND IT WONT START. EVERYTHING COMES ON, LIGHTS, RADIO, A/C BUT IT WONT CRANK. LET IT SIT 10-20 MINUTES AND IT CRANKS RIGHT UP. AND IT DOESN'T DO IT ALL THE TIME. IT MAY HAPPEN 3 TIMES IN A WEEK THEN GO 2 MONTHS OR L... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 27, 2016
Incident date: Oct 27, 2016
THIS VEHICLE SEEMS TO HAVE A MIND OF ITS OWN. YOU GET IN THE VEHICLE TO GO SOMEWHERE AND IT WONT START. EVERYTHING COMES ON, LIGHTS, RADIO, A/C BUT IT WONT CRANK. LET IT SIT 10-20 MINUTES AND IT CRANKS RIGHT UP. AND IT DOESN'T DO IT ALL THE TIME. IT MAY HAPPEN 3 TIMES IN A WEEK THEN GO 2 MONTHS OR L... Read more
ENGINE Oct 12, 2016
Incident date: Aug 1, 2016
VEHICLE ACCELERATES ON ITS ON, VERY SCARY WHEN IN PARKING LOTS. STOPS WHILE CRUISE IS ON. ITS BEEN DOING THIS SINCE AUGUST 2016. WE HAVE TRIED CLEANING THROTTLE BODY. BUT SINCE IT DOESN'T DO IT WHILE THE CRUISE IS ON. WE HAVE TO ASSUME THEIR IS AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 12, 2016
Incident date: Aug 1, 2016
VEHICLE ACCELERATES ON ITS ON, VERY SCARY WHEN IN PARKING LOTS. STOPS WHILE CRUISE IS ON. ITS BEEN DOING THIS SINCE AUGUST 2016. WE HAVE TRIED CLEANING THROTTLE BODY. BUT SINCE IT DOESN'T DO IT WHILE THE CRUISE IS ON. WE HAVE TO ASSUME THEIR IS AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Apr 29, 2016
Incident date: Apr 28, 2016
BRAKE LIGHTS ON MY 2008 CHEVY COLORADO ARE NOT WORKING ,A FEW YEARS AGO I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AND TOOK IT TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS , THE PROBLEM CAME UP AGAIN BUT THIS TIME I SEE THERE IS A RECALL FOR VEHICLES LIKE MINE , EXCEPT IT LOOKS LIKE THE REPAIRS ARE NOT COVERED BY THE MANUFACTURER BECAU... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Apr 29, 2016
Incident date: Apr 28, 2016
BRAKE LIGHTS ON MY 2008 CHEVY COLORADO ARE NOT WORKING ,A FEW YEARS AGO I HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AND TOOK IT TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS , THE PROBLEM CAME UP AGAIN BUT THIS TIME I SEE THERE IS A RECALL FOR VEHICLES LIKE MINE , EXCEPT IT LOOKS LIKE THE REPAIRS ARE NOT COVERED BY THE MANUFACTURER BECAU... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 23, 2016
Incident date: Apr 22, 2016
WHEN I TURN TO THE RIGHT MY VEHICLE DIES IT HAS BEEN DOING IT FOR 2 WEEKS EVERY DAY
STEERING Apr 23, 2016
Incident date: Apr 22, 2016
WHEN I TURN TO THE RIGHT MY VEHICLE DIES IT HAS BEEN DOING IT FOR 2 WEEKS EVERY DAY
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Nov 10, 2015
Incident date: Sep 1, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V310000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING). WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT, ANOTHER DRIVER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS WERE NOT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTU... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 3, 2015
Incident date: Jan 22, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET COLORADO. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT SMELLED A BURNING ODOR. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED SMOKE APPEARING UNDER THE PASSENGER SIDE DASHBOARD. THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPEN... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 23, 2015
Incident date: Jan 22, 2014
IF YOU LEAVE IT SET FOR A DAY IT WILL NOT START NEW BATTERY AND ALTANATOR WAS TESTED IT WAS GOOD . AND AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON .
AIR BAGS Jul 23, 2015
Incident date: Jan 22, 2014
IF YOU LEAVE IT SET FOR A DAY IT WILL NOT START NEW BATTERY AND ALTANATOR WAS TESTED IT WAS GOOD . AND AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON .
SEAT BELTS Jun 25, 2015
Incident date: Jun 25, 2015
DRIVER SIDE BACK DOOR WIRING HARNESS BETWEEN DOOR AND FRAME. 3 WIRES ARE BROKEN INSIDE BOOT. THIS IS SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED. LASTED 3 YEARS. I HAVE PICTURES. PART NUMBER 15214393 JUNE 10 2012 AIR BAG LIGHT ON DASH. ONSTAR TOLD ME THAT SEAT BELT TENSIONER WAS NOT OPERATING, AND AIR BA... Read more
AIR BAGS Jun 25, 2015
Incident date: Jun 25, 2015
DRIVER SIDE BACK DOOR WIRING HARNESS BETWEEN DOOR AND FRAME. 3 WIRES ARE BROKEN INSIDE BOOT. THIS IS SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED. LASTED 3 YEARS. I HAVE PICTURES. PART NUMBER 15214393 JUNE 10 2012 AIR BAG LIGHT ON DASH. ONSTAR TOLD ME THAT SEAT BELT TENSIONER WAS NOT OPERATING, AND AIR BA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 25, 2015
Incident date: Jun 25, 2015
DRIVER SIDE BACK DOOR WIRING HARNESS BETWEEN DOOR AND FRAME. 3 WIRES ARE BROKEN INSIDE BOOT. THIS IS SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED. LASTED 3 YEARS. I HAVE PICTURES. PART NUMBER 15214393 JUNE 10 2012 AIR BAG LIGHT ON DASH. ONSTAR TOLD ME THAT SEAT BELT TENSIONER WAS NOT OPERATING, AND AIR BA... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Jun 1, 2015
Incident date: Apr 28, 2015
2008 CHEVROLET COLORADO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE DEFECTIVE FUEL GAUGE ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED HE RAN OUT OF GAS WHEN THE NEEDLE WAS AT THE ONE QUARTER MARK. THE GMC DEALER STATED THERE WERE NO FAULTS OR CODES FOUND. HOWEVER, THEY DID READ THE CONSUMER A TSB DATED 2/15 ACKN... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 12, 2015
Incident date: Dec 7, 2010
MY SON WAS DRIVING MY PICKUP ON A TWO LANE COUNTY ROAD IN THE EVENING, AFTER DARK, THE TRUCK CROSSED THE CENTER LINE AND WENT OFF THE ROADWAY ON A GENTLE CURVE IN THE ROADWAY. THE TRUCK STRUCK THE END OF A GUARDRAIL, WENT DOWN AN EMBANKMENT AND STRUCK A LARGE TREE. THERE WAS NO DEBRIS OR SKID MARKS ... Read more
Crash 1 deaths
AIR BAGS May 12, 2015
Incident date: Dec 7, 2010
MY SON WAS DRIVING MY PICKUP ON A TWO LANE COUNTY ROAD IN THE EVENING, AFTER DARK, THE TRUCK CROSSED THE CENTER LINE AND WENT OFF THE ROADWAY ON A GENTLE CURVE IN THE ROADWAY. THE TRUCK STRUCK THE END OF A GUARDRAIL, WENT DOWN AN EMBANKMENT AND STRUCK A LARGE TREE. THERE WAS NO DEBRIS OR SKID MARKS ... Read more
Crash 1 deaths

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Technical Service Bulletins, 2008 CHEVROLET COLORADO

1,281 manufacturer communications from 803 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT200
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL153
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM97
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING77
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY69
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL53
060000 ENGINE (PWS)53
100000 POWER TRAIN43
00-03-10-006P Apr 18, 2024
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).
10-08-45-001H Mar 28, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
16-NA-383 Mar 13, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
07-00-89-037S Mar 11, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
22-NA-074 Feb 22, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
19-NA-044 Feb 7, 2024
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
19-NA-044 Feb 7, 2024
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
16-NA-338 Feb 2, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle
16-NA-338 Feb 2, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle
18-NA-099 Jan 16, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
PI1394B Jan 12, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
PI1394B Jan 12, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
02-08-42-001J Jan 12, 2024
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
PIP5601B Jan 12, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Di
PI0592I Jan 8, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
23-NA-224 Dec 18, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin advises the technician that the 6L50 (MYB), 6L80 (MYC) and 6L90 (MYD) Transmission Oil Filter and Seal Kit part number 24236933 is currently transitioning from a kit to the filter (24236517) and seal (24225347) being sold indi
PIT5074P Dec 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking
23-NA-219 Dec 12, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
23-NA-219 Dec 12, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
03-00-91-001I Nov 6, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I Nov 6, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I Nov 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I Nov 6, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I Nov 6, 2023
010000 STEERING
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
01-06-01-011O Oct 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
17-NA-170 Oct 6, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
PIT5099G Sep 26, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
10-00-89-006J Sep 26, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
02-00-89-002W Sep 26, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
07-08-49-020R Sep 21, 2023
117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
07-08-49-020R Sep 21, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
07-08-49-020R Sep 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
23-NA-153 Sep 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
23-NA-153 Sep 1, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
18-NA-073 Aug 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
PIP5628G Aug 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
15-00-89-004F Aug 7, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004F Aug 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004F Aug 7, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004F Aug 7, 2023
010000 STEERING
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
01-00-89-010R Aug 1, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.
04-06-04-051H Aug 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
04-06-04-051H Aug 1, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
09-06-04-026X Jul 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
09-06-04-026X Jul 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
PIP5358C Jul 18, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
99-09-40-005I Jul 17, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
This service bulletin provides information on availability for a seat belt extender.
01-06-01-011N Jun 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
13-08-116-001I Jun 29, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
02-00-89-002V Jun 1, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
08-07-30-026H May 30, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be accompanied by a clunk noise. This is a slight movement that is
12-03-10-001E May 22, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel).
PIC5650K May 15, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble
PIC5650K May 15, 2023
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble
PIT3227S May 9, 2023
162500 STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have slack in one of the tailgate cables. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. Please communicate to the customer
17-NA-170 Apr 27, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
PIP5628F Apr 24, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
19-NA-219 Apr 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
12-03-10-001D Apr 21, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel).
10-08-110-001J Apr 6, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information on proper use of floor mats.
08-07-30-035G Apr 6, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
19-NA-219 Mar 23, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
22-NA-009 Mar 17, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
17-NA-073 Feb 21, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
01-08-42-001O Feb 15, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
23-NA-001 Feb 15, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
PIP5628E Feb 10, 2023
353720 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:OUTLETS/RECEPTACLE
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
02-00-89-002U Jan 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
23-NA-001 Jan 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
23-NA-001 Jan 6, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
09-00-89-008F Dec 21, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
PIP5540J Dec 15, 2022
138220 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
21-NA-124 Dec 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.
16-NA-338 Dec 13, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle
16-NA-338 Dec 13, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle
PIT3271N Nov 29, 2022
200000 WHEELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
PIT3271N Nov 29, 2022
190000 TIRES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo
20-NA-138 Nov 18, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global War
20-NA-138 Nov 18, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global War
22-NA-074 Nov 9, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
22-NA-205 Oct 19, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides information on Module Harvesting.
10-00-89-006I Oct 7, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
PIC5453D Sep 30, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
22-NA-195 Sep 28, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on Handling Requests for Modifications to Permanently Import/Export Vehicles Between the U.S. and Canada.
PI0592G Sep 27, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
05-06-04-022T Sep 16, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.
05-06-04-022T Sep 16, 2022
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.
05-06-04-022T Sep 16, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles and the TOP TIER FUELS website URL.
13-08-116-001H Sep 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
06-00-89-031H Sep 16, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification.
06-00-89-031H Sep 16, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides information on OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification.
15-00-89-004E Sep 16, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004E Sep 16, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004E Sep 16, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004E Sep 16, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004E Sep 16, 2022
010000 STEERING
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
05-00-89-072F Sep 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
05-00-89-072F Sep 14, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
22-NA-009 Sep 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
09-06-04-026W Sep 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, CHEVROLET COLORADO

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

RQ19001 Opened: May 9, 2019 , Closed: May 28, 2021
RQ, Closed , Model Year: 2015
Loss of Power Steering Assist
In May 2019 the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Recall Query (RQ19-001) to assess the scope of General Motors (GM) recall 16V-054. ODI had received 50 complaints with allegations of loss of electric power steering assist while the vehicle was in motion. These complaints were for vehic... Read more
RQ09001 Opened: Feb 25, 2009 , Closed: Jul 30, 2009
RQ, Closed , Model Year: 2004
BRAKE LAMP SWITCH MALFUNCTION
ON JULY 28,2009, GM INITIATED A REGIONAL RECALL CAMPAIGN ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2004-2009 CHEVROLET COLORADO AND GMC CANYON VEHICLES AND MY2006-2008 ISUZU I-SERIES VEHICLES.THE STATES AND U.S. TERRITORIES INVOLVED ARE AL, AZ, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, NV, NM, PR, SC, TX, VI AND UT.A TOTAL OF 185,903 V... Read more
PE05065 Opened: Dec 2, 2005 , Closed: May 1, 2006
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2005
BRAKE LAMP SWITCH FAILURE
BY LETTER DATED APRIL 26, 2006, GM NOTIFIED THE AGENCY THAT IT IS CONDUCTING A SAFETY RECALL (NHTSA RECALL NO. 06V139) INVOLVING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2004-06 CHEVROLET COLORADO, GMC CANYON AND 2006 MY ISUZU I280/I350 VEHICLES.GM'S RECALL COVERS 404,733 VEHICLES.GM REPORTS THAT LOSS OF BRAKE LAMP ... Read more
PE04076 Opened: Nov 10, 2004 , Closed: Mar 14, 2005
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2004
INADVERTENT FRONT AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
ALL REPORTS INDICATE INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT DURING IGNITION START-UP (KEY-ON) AND WITH THE VEHICLE NOT IN MOTION.REPORTED INJURIES WERE MINOR AND CONSIST OF SKIN ABRASION AND BRUISES.THE INCIDENT DATES RANGED FROM JULY THROUGH NOVEMBER 2004.ODI HAS RECEIVED NO ADDITIONAL REPORTS SINCE OPENING THIS I... Read more

CHEVROLET COLORADO - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the CHEVROLET COLORADO across all model years (2004, 2026).

50 Total Recalls
4,941 Total Complaints
4 Investigations
204 Reported Crashes
103 Reported Fires
10 Reported Deaths

CHEVROLET COLORADO - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 1 22 View
2025 1 47 View
2024 3 190 View
2023 3 212 View
2022 1 68 View
2021 1 108 View
2020 0 105 View
2019 0 197 View
2018 1 248 View
2017 1 286 View
2016 4 949 View
2015 7 644 View
2014 0 1 View
2013 0 2 View
2012 2 60 View
2011 5 54 View
2010 2 48 View
2009 3 87 View
2008 (current) 2 130
2007 3 199 View
2006 4 323 View
2005 3 459 View
2004 3 502 View

Other CHEVROLET Models

Model Recalls Complaints
SUBURBAN 246 10,458 View
TAHOE 240 12,622 View
MALIBU 216 29,080 View
SILVERADO 1500 200 22,534 View
CORVETTE 187 6,308 View
CAMARO 179 4,298 View
SILVERADO 159 10,964 View
SILVERADO 3500 152 1,409 View