2021 CHEVROLET COLORADO

1 recalls, 108 complaints - 819 TSBs - 4/5 safety rating

SEAT BELTS

Defect Description

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts m... Read more

Consequence

If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recal... Read more

470 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC

Complaint Statistics

108 total complaints 3 crashes 1 fires 8 injuries 2 deaths

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	17
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	16
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	14
POWER TRAIN	12
STEERING	7
SERVICE BRAKES	7
AIR BAGS	5
VISIBILITY/WIPER	4
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	4
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC	3

Incident date: Aug 24, 2026

Brake boost vacuum pump failure. While approaching a traffic light that was red, I applied the brakes. The pedal was very hard to press and required me using both feet to bring the vehicle to a stop. Stopping distance was much longer than normal. I removed the vacuum pump and found it had seized and... Read more

Incident date: Oct 28, 2025

My 2021 Chevy Colorado experienced a distinct bucking and shuddering sensation under slow acceleration at lower RPMs, specifically when shifting between 2nd and 3rd gear. There were no dashboard warning lights or malfunction codes prior to the issue. The defect was officially reproduced, inspected,... Read more

Incident date: Aug 15, 2026

Iba sobre el freeway a 60 millas y de la nada el freno se puso duro no respondían me pasé a los carril de la orilla y fui metiendo freno de mano poco a poco bendito Dios me puse a salvo! La agencia me dijo que fue el booster ahora tienen que verificar que no halla fragmentos de metal en el motor!

Incident date: May 15, 2026

There should be a recall on the sunvisors. Because it is a safety issue, because when the Sun is in your face and you can't see driving it can very well cause an accident or getting a ticket for not being able to see your speed that you're going, because you're so far up trying to get the Sun out of... Read more

Incident date: May 15, 2026

Incident date: Aug 5, 2026

When traveling eat 6-65 mph and needing to merge and stepping on the gas pedal all the way the car would just sit there and do nothing for 1-2 seconds. this was not a one off situation. The car would do this regularly until I found out subaru had a fix for the transmission software. I recently ha... Read more

Incident date: Aug 5, 2026

Sticky steering, especially when it’s hot or humid. The issue has been going on since the car was at 60k miles, taken in multiple times and they don’t see and issue. It’s at 117k now issue still present. Same issue as the 2022-25 that got a recall

Incident date: Jul 13, 2026

While driving the HVAC stops working, radio locks at current setting (cannot turn volume up or down, etc.), screen goes blank or locks, windows do not open or close. Their are multiple warnings about sensors not working. Malfunctioning driver assist jerks wheel when driving through a restaraunt driv... Read more

Incident date: Jul 13, 2026

Turbo boost failed. shows recalls for this issue on 2018 and 2019 Buick Encores, but GMC states mine is not covered.

Incident date: Jul 13, 2026

Incident date: Jun 29, 2026

As I was stopping at a stop light the back, passenger seat lock came unlocked causing my son to fall forward into the passenger seat back and be stuck until unlocking and returning the seat to the upright position

Incident date: Jun 27, 2026

I’m not sure what it’s called, but the entertainment system where the touch screen is for radio, has ghost touches when the weather gets warm. Over the winter, this never happens. But during the summer, the screen starts glitching out and if I have gps going, this is a real safety issue because ... Read more

Incident date: Jun 27, 2026

At 144k I had to replace the passenger lifters because cylender 8 (linked to AFM) was stuck. I got that repaired. At 147k I had to get my passenger side lifters replaced again. 2 months later at about 152k I had to replace drivers side lifters. At this point 152k ive had all lifters replaced. Passen... Read more

Incident date: Jun 27, 2026

Sudden loss of braking power on June 29, 2026, with sudden brake warnings. We had the same error after taking delivery of the vehicle in September 2025. The dealership repaired the vehicle (brake sensor). We have another dealer appointment on July 6, 2026 to repair this again. Very concerning fro... Read more

Incident date: Jun 23, 2026

Front windshield cracked driving in the rain. A very small pin size nick was at the top of windshield 1" away from the edge. Crack was instant in length of 13" plus. Vehicle was less then 1 week old.

Incident date: Apr 24, 2025

My 2025 Cadillac Escalade ESV lost power and shut down while I was driving on the highway. The gas pedal stopped responding, and the vehicle would not restart afterward. This created a serious safety risk because the vehicle suddenly lost propulsion while driving in traffic. The vehicle is less tha... Read more

Incident date: Apr 24, 2025

The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving at 20 MPH, a another vehicle collied with the right passenger side. The contact stated that no air bags were deployed in his vehicle. The contact stated sustained injuries brushing to the lower stomach, her right breast and withi... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Apr 24, 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Honda Accord. The contact stated that multiple warning lights were illuminated on the dashboard prior to any issues. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and entering onto the highway, the vehicle slowed down on the highway and eventually stalled. ... Read more

Incident date: May 18, 2026

Bought a used 2019 Ford Edge, and transmission had issues within 2weeks of minimal operation!! Transmission slippage, does not go into gear or has a long pause going into gear (even right from park). VERY HARD shifts in lower gears upon upshift AND downshift. Also, gets worse the longer you drive it... Read more

Incident date: May 18, 2026

Incident date: Feb 14, 2026

On March 14th the 6.2L engine was making a loud noise so I took it straight to the dealership and dropped it off. It was determined to be a failed engine. I have not been able to use my vehicle for 5 weeks now.

Incident date: Mar 12, 2026

The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the braking system's failure message was displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle had stopped independently. The vehicle was turned off and restarted and continued driving, but stated that the ... Read more

Incident date: Feb 21, 2026

Battery Management System completely exhausting the 12V battery resulting in the car acting as if it has no power. When this happens, you can't unlock the door or open the trunk. On two separate occasions, I have encountered a complete loss of power in my Sonata Hybrid, preventing me from unlockin... Read more

Incident date: Feb 17, 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V512000 (Power Train). The vehicle was taken to a dealer for maintenance, and was diagnosed and determined that there was a sheared off bolt in the hub cap. The contact was advised not to drive the vehi... Read more

Incident date: Feb 17, 2026

This morning after getting into my vehicle and closing the door my rear windshield shattered. This is a known and common problem certain model year RDXs. We are waiting to hear from my insurance company on whether it’s covered. There were not warnings or issues prior to the shatter.

Incident date: Jan 14, 2026

The steering wheel became stiff all the sudden and became hard to turn. As well as all the warning lights came on when that happened such as Adaptive Cruise Control Automatic Emergency Braking Blind Spot Warning Forward Collision Warning Lane Departure Warning Lane Keeping Assistance Parking C... Read more

Incident date: Aug 15, 2025

Recall Remedy Failure NHTSA Recall Numbers: 25V-720 (67C) & 25V-552 (59C) I am reporting a failure by FCA US LLC to provide a timely remedy for Recall 25V-720. As of Jan 2026, the remedy remains "under development" since Oct 2025. Specific Safety Concerns for RV Owners: My vehicle is a 2022 Thor T... Read more

Incident date: Jan 10, 2026

Driver's side door cannot be opened from outside. Exterior handle pulls but produces only clicking sounds inside the door—latch does not release. Interior handle requires multiple pulls to open the door. Emergency release handle (pulling exterior handle fully upward) also fails to open the door. T... Read more

Incident date: Dec 1, 2025

The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine stalled. The vehicle was able to restart. In addition, the contact stated that the infotainment system independently turned off intermittently. The contact stated that while the vehic... Read more

Incident date: Dec 1, 2025

Cracked cylinder head due to defect in the casting process. Oil leaking thru the crack landing on the exhaust manifold causing an odor and possibly toxic fumes in the cabin of the vehicle.

Incident date: Dec 31, 2024

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? ABS Control Module (Part Number 68228991AD). Failure of this part prevents the ABS system, trailer brake, cruise control, and traction control from functioning properly. Part is currently installed in... Read more

Incident date: Dec 31, 2024

Incident date: Nov 2, 2025

infotainment system ghost touches the screen and changes from navigation to radio to xm to screen savor to Bluetooth, very dangerous as navigation is not reliable for turn my turn directions and this is extremely distracting honda says no fix consumer problem. warrent ran out 6/25 and car has 35,000... Read more

Incident date: Nov 2, 2025

Low pressure oil light did not come on until the oil drain plug had completely fallen out. Once the light came on, the vehicle was slowed and came to a stop on the side of the highway within 2 minutes. The car completely shut off as if the battery were dead. It had to be jumped in order to put th... Read more

Incident date: Nov 7, 2025

Steering wheel clicks/sticks while driving Seatbelt will not retract properly ever Driver Seat squeaks with every turn

Incident date: Nov 7, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving 30-35 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but was firm. The contact shifted into neutral. The brakes became inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic wh... Read more

Incident date: Nov 7, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the engine was misfiring, and the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who replaced the spark plug,s but the failure persisted. Later, while driving, the vehicle we... Read more

Incident date: Oct 28, 2025

The instrument cluster failed back in the Spring. We took it to the dealer where it sat for 4 weeks while the part was back ordered. We took it back from the dealer and changed the batteries, the panel started working again for 3 months the and ultimately failed again. We have tried to manage the ga... Read more

Incident date: Oct 22, 2025

On October 3, 2023, I purchased a used 2018 Subaru Forester (VIN: [XXX] ) from Hengxin Auto Group, 210 39th St, Brooklyn, NY 11232, for about $19,500 including tax and fees. The dealer stated the mileage was 65,800 and printed that number on the contract. However, both the official NY DMV Title Reco... Read more

Incident date: Nov 1, 2024

The contact owns a 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH and descending an incline on the road, the contact depressed the brake pedal, and the brake pedal went to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact used the parking bra... Read more

Incident date: Sep 9, 2025

The back-up camera failed in August of 2024. The camera displayed a blank or distorted image (it changed as put in reverse) on the center display screen when the vehicle was put in reverse AND on occasion displayed a message on the center display screen that the rear-view camera is unavailable. Th... Read more

Incident date: Sep 9, 2025

Odometer Fraud. The contact owns a 1990 Cadillac Brougham. The contact purchased the vehicle from a dealer on eBay on 05/15/2025. The vehicle was shipped to the contact. The contact stated that when the vehicle was purchased, the Sales Agreement and the odometer indicated the mileage was 46,260. In ... Read more

Incident date: Jun 23, 2025

The vehicle experienced a failure of the engine lifters/rocker arms, which also caused failure of the intake camshaft. This resulted in severe misfires, loss of power, and left the vehicle completely inoperable. The failure created a hazardous situation when the vehicle lost acceleration and was una... Read more

Incident date: Aug 2, 2024

The contact owns a 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E. The contact stated that upon parking and turning off the vehicle, the contact attempted to exit the vehicle, but the front driver's side door failed to open as intended. The contact called AAA, who assisted in unlocking the door and jumpstarted the vehicl... Read more

Incident date: Apr 18, 2025

I started receiving recall information on or before February 2024 for this recall. I finally took it in for inspection maybe 6 months ago. They broke the a-pillar trim peices on both sides so then afterwards at some point they flew off. Then i was on the highway on 6/4 & then the molding peices unde... Read more

Incident date: Apr 18, 2025

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear camera image was intermittently black or distorted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer while it was under warranty; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, and the co... Read more

Incident date: Aug 20, 2024

I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding a prolonged and troubling service experience at Jaguar Land Rover Buckhead, related to my 2018 Range Rover Sport (approximately 49,000 miles), and to express dissatisfaction with the handling of a prior related incident. My vehicle has been the dea... Read more

Incident date: Mar 24, 2025

The contact owns a 2022 Kia Soul. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V099000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the recall repair was on hold. The contac... Read more

Incident date: Mar 21, 2025

My 2020 Ford F-150 transmission is very bad. Since I bought it used, the transmission has shifted very hard, lurched, delayed engagement and gear slippage. I was told by Ford to bring it in and they would replace or repair for over $6000!! Everything I'm reading online is that Ford knows about th... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2021 CHEVROLET COLORADO

2021 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 2WD

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Driver	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Passenger	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover	3 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Rollover Risk	21.9%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Optional
Lane Departure Warning	Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2021 CHEVROLET COLORADO

819 manufacturer communications from 406 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	132
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	113
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	86
100000 POWER TRAIN	69
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	50
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL	28
200000 WHEELS	27
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE	23

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to inspect and repair possible locations to wiring shorts in the wiring harness or wiring harness contact areas they may cause shorts.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This technical bulletin provides a procedure to inspect and repair possible locations to wiring shorts in the wiring harness or wiring harness contact areas they may cause shorts.

200000 WHEELS

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides information on the Transport Mode Feature, also known as Logistics mode, which is used to increase the 12V Battery stand time of the vehicle during transit and or long period of stand time at the dealerships.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.

200000 WHEELS

This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on submitting quality Photos of Various Vehicle Concerns to the GM Technical Assistance Center (TAC).

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

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on All hazmat parts being returned to the Warranty Parts Center (WPC) must be shipped using Central Transport. Hazardous materials should never be sent by air transportation to the WPC.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel pressure situation.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel pressure situation.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Preliminary information communicates to have the dealer contact TAC with the transmission TUN number prior to transmission installation.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Preliminary information communicates Diagnostic aids for a no start or DTC'S following a transmission replacement

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.

260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

This Preliminary information communicates a "Forward Collision System Reduced" message displayed on the DIC when the Forward Automatic Braking has been set to the "Alert" setting. This is normal when the FAB has been set to "Alert".

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This informational bulletin explains to the tech on where to look for a possible concern with the rockers causing the MIL to illuminate.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This informational bulletin explains to the tech on where to look for a possible concern with the rockers causing the MIL to illuminate.

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.

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.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about fluid leaking from the brake caliper piston area found during a service of the vehicle. The substance is actually excess assembly grease from the calipe

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

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This Preliminary information communicates an issue where the vehicles wireless charger no longer works with certain ISO updates on Apple 15 phones and advises customer to update their phone to the lastest ISO update.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides information on the EL-52800 Diagnostic & Charge Battery Station (DCBS) a?? FAQs.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This service bulletin provides information on the EL-52800 Diagnostic & Charge Battery Station (DCBS) a?? FAQs.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This service bulletin assists technicians in setting up PicoScope hardware/software to monitor CAN bus traffic (voltage patterns) to aid Technical Assistance (TAC) and Field Service Engineers (FSEs) in diagnosing electrical issues present o

350000 EQUIPMENT

100000 POWER TRAIN

This service bulletin advises the technician that the possible cause may not be from a faulty clutch piston or extension housing and to perform testing on transmission for other possible issues, but it still may be possible on high mileage

160000 STRUCTURE

This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This technical bulletin advises the technician of possible concerns caused by failed or incorrectly installed parts that may cause the battery positive cable to contact the water pump pulley or alternator.

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

100000 POWER TRAIN

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

010000 STEERING

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.

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

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This informational bulletin advises the tech to validate if oil is leaking into the cooling system and to test and verify were to leak is coming from before replacing all the parts that wouldn't apply to the repair.

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).

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This Preliminary information communicates a possible issue with the active fuel management rockers causing a misfire and the correction for this concern.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides service /diagnostic information to aid with a Transmission Harsh 1-2 Shift Upon First Start Up/Shift of the Day Under Light Throttle.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This service bulletin provides service /diagnostic information to aid with a Transmission Harsh 1-2 Shift Upon First Start Up/Shift of the Day Under Light Throttle.

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

110220 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HAND HEATER:WIRING HARNESS

This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.

353650 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:WIRELESS CHARGER/CRADLE

This Preliminary information communicates an issue where the vehicles wireless charger no longer works with the latest ISO update on Apple 15 phones.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This Preliminary information communicates an issue where the vehicles wireless charger no longer works with the latest ISO update on Apple 15 phones.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides a repair procedure to correct a customer concern of Coolant and/or Oil Leak, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminateda??.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.

353650 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:WIRELESS CHARGER/CRADLE

This Preliminary information communicates an issue where the vehicles wireless charger no longer works with the lastest ISO update on Apple 15 phones.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.

353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

This Preliminary information communicates an issue where the vehicles wireless charger no longer works with the lastest ISO update on Apple 15 phones.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This Preliminary information communicates an issue where the vehicles wireless charger no longer works with the lastest ISO update on Apple 15 phones.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides diagnostic aid information/procedures to perform inspections to determine if the engine needs to be replaced as opposed to just internal parts for knocking, rattle, squeak and/or squeal type noises from engine

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Preliminary information communicates to the dealer technician that the part numbers for the internal wiring harnesses for the 8 speed RWD transmissions are not listed in the Electronic Parts Catalog. Technicians are to refer to the inf

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides information to inform dealership personnel about Law Enforcement and Government vehicles that request to disable or enable content.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This service bulletin provides information to inform dealership personnel about Law Enforcement and Government vehicles that request to disable or enable content.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This service bulletin provides information to inform dealership personnel about Law Enforcement and Government vehicles that request to disable or enable content.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This service bulletin provides information to inform dealership personnel about Law Enforcement and Government vehicles that request to disable or enable content.

020000 SUSPENSION

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer?s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the

260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

200000 WHEELS

This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

350000 EQUIPMENT

354800 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO)

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician on diagnostic aids to help with the diagnosis and repair of 8 Speed Transmissions

100000 POWER TRAIN

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician on diagnostic aids to help with the diagnosis and repair of 8 Speed Transmissions

100000 POWER TRAIN

This service bulletin provides service /diagnostic information to aid with a Transmission Harsh 1-2 Shift Upon First Start Up/Shift of the Day Under Light Throttle.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This information bulletin advises the technician the difference between a welch cap leak and the output seal of the t-case or transmission leaking ATF, causing the customer concern of a Red Fluid Leak from Center of Vehicle Located by Rear

100000 POWER TRAIN

251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will find Diagnostic Trouble Code P2097 or P2099. Technician will nee

020000 SUSPENSION

This technical bulletin provides a procedure for lubricating the rear leaf springs and re-torque the bolts to correct a squeak, clunking noise.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of OnStar Inoperative after Importing Vehicle from Canada to the United States.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

350000 EQUIPMENT

This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of OnStar Inoperative after Importing Vehicle from Canada to the United States.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This service bulletin provides information on General Motors Dealership Critical Equipment Requirements and Recommendations.

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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.

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

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

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

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 (current)	1	108
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	2	130	View
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

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CHEVROLET COLORADO - All Years Overview

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