Chevrolet Colorado Complaints

3,652 consumer complaints on file.

#11533556July 20, 2023
STEERING
I’ve looked into the steering recall for the 2015 Colorado and my 2016 vehicle is doing the exact same thing. I’ve owned this vehicle for only 3 weeks now and my power steering/stabilitrak has gone out twice. One of those incidents, which was today, was while I was merging onto the highway. This is a major safety concern as it will cause an accident, due to not being able to steer properly. I love my truck so far but this issue should be handled like it was for the 2015 models.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11533215July 19, 2023
SEAT BELTS
Seat belt cable broke. In my opinion the square edge of the crimp has weakened and ultimately caused the cable to be cut
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11532785July 17, 2023
STEERING, EXTERIOR LIGHTING
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact previously received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V054000 (Steering), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the recall repair was completed; however, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became stiff and difficult to maneuver. The power steering assist warning light illuminated. The contact turned off the vehicle, then opened and closed the driver’s side door and the steering wheel started to perform as designed. The contact stated that the front driver’s and passenger’s side low beam and the rear passenger’s side taillight failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering rack had failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that a percentage of the repair cost would be covered. The failure mileage was approximately 110,372.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11532639July 17, 2023
STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My 2016 Chevy colorado z71 power steering/stabilitrack lights turns on and makes it very difficult for me to make turn’s safely.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11532541July 16, 2023
STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
While driving at any speed I lose steering assistance through electronic steering. Which makes steering very difficult. A warning comes on the dash, warning of Dangerous conditions
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11532566July 16, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The first day of driving a brand new, 2023 Chevrolet Colorado, my turn signal shifter started to fail. When I move my turn signal left down (left turn position) then back to the neutral position, the left turn signal stays active. The turn signal shifters also binds and gets stuck in the neutral position and will not allow me to move the turn signal shifter upwards (right turn position). To fix this, I have to move the turn signal shifter back to the left turn position to get the shifter unstuck then it will allow me to move the turn signal shifter back upwards to the right turn position. I have been on the highway and unable to use my right turn signal to change lanes which is extremely dangerous. I am worried that it will cause an accident or that I will get a ticket for not using my turn signal. I have a video of the issue occuring, but the video is 25 MB. The issue occurs every time I drive but not 100% of the time when I try to use the right turn signal. When the issue does occur, it's always due to shifting the turn signal shifter into the left turn position and becomes mechanically stuck in the neutral position.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11532192July 14, 2023
STEERING, SUSPENSION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I recently purchased a certified 2019 Chevy Colorado z71 on June 26, 2023 from Healey Chevrolet in Poughkeepsie N.Y. while test driving the vehicle I brought to the attention of the sales person that there was a vibration in front left wheel at which time the dealer rotated tires and realigned the vehicle, shortly after picking the vehicle up while driving home the vibration started again and progressively got worse the more I drove as well as the steering becoming very stiff and took effort to turn wheel. I contacted dealer took vehicle back at which time the salesperson test drove it and agreed there was a problem the dealer then replaced the rack and realigned shortly after picking vehicle up while driving the problem started again and got worse the further I drove now vehicle has a mild vibration in front left when driving between 40-50 mph contacted dealer spoke to service manager who stated he wasnt aware of any vibration I explained it was coming back on Monday July 17, 2023 for paint touch up to please see whats going on, later same day took truck to go to store while driving the steering again became very tight as I was turning into parking lot power steering went out almost causing me to hit another car contacted dealer vehicle towed to dealer. was contacted by Ray from service who told me no codes were found and could not duplicate issue said tech drove it and found no vibration he asked for permission to drive home to check it I explained to him I have 2010 silverado 1500 with 200,000 miles that I plow with that steers better than this I also explained my brother owns exact truck same year every except his more miles and steers perfect, I also mentioned that a friend that is a gm tech said theres tsbs on these trucks for this issue he stated he had no knowledge of such which is strange since I clearly see them online. I am afraid to drive it. something isnt right. I love truck otherwise just want it fixed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11532343July 14, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The rear end ring & Pinion bearings are effected. The rear end seems to be defective a high pitch noise is heard this started two weeks after purchase. It’s been repaired twice and it is going back for a third time on 7-17-23 and it barely has 67,000 on it. The contact stated metal shavings were found in the LSD fluid in the rear end.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11532386July 14, 2023
STEERING
While driving on the highway, especially extended trips, the vehicles steering will get very stiff, extremely hard to turn off of center, you need to “jerk” the steering wheel in order to move it, then it will stick in that position also.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11532393July 14, 2023
STEERING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The Power Steering keeps failing and this is dangerous once the vehicle is in motion. We have taken the truck to Lawley Chevrolet Sierra Vista AZ (Mando Flores-Service Advisor)several times within the last year and they claim they can't find anything wrong. We can't drive it until the steering is properly fixed. It's impossible to drive. We have to constantly pull over and turn off vehicle for the electrical system to reset . Then we drive for about 1/8 miles then the issue starts all over again. Once the power steer light comes on to include the stabilitrak warning lights then the vehicle is almost impossible to steer. My wife drives the truck most of the time and it's very dangerous and it's not easy for her to steer this vehicle once the power steering goes out. I'm disabled and not able to drive the vehicle in case the power steering goes out. Please thoroughly investigate this vulnerability & issue a recall to fix this issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11532394July 14, 2023
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, STEERING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The Power Steering keeps failing and this is dangerous once the vehicle is in motion. The most recent incident was July 4th 2023. We have taken the truck to Lawley Chevrolet Sierra Vista AZ (Mando Flores-Service Advisor)several times within the last year and they claim they can't find anything wrong. We can't drive it until the steering is properly fixed. It's impossible to drive. We have to constantly pull over and turn off vehicle for the electrical system to reset . Then we drive for about 1/8 miles then the issue starts all over again. Once the power steer light comes on to include the stabilitrak warning lights then the vehicle is almost impossible to steer. My wife drives the truck most of the time and it's very dangerous and it's not easy for her to steer this vehicle once the power steering goes out. I'm disabled and not able to drive the vehicle in case the power steering goes out. Please thoroughly investigate this vulnerability & issue a recall to fix this issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11532053July 13, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 30-35 MPH, the contact smelled an abnormally strong fuel odor. The odor became more intense while driving. The contact stated upon arriving at the residence, the fuel gauge indicated that the fuel tank was empty. Additionally, the contact noticed a puddle of gasoline underneath the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who informed the contact that the failure could be related to the fuel pump. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11531844July 12, 2023
POWER TRAIN
Purchased vehicle new in 2017 with 14 miles. In June 2018 at 17,500 miles vehicle developed a sever transmission shudder. Took the vehicle to the Chevrolet dealership where purchased. They replaced the transmission fluid and torque converter. Now, in July 2023 at 79,000 the transmission shudder has returned. This shudder affects my ability to control the car’s speed, acceleration, and deceleration and increases the risk of collision. Took the vehicle back to a dealership. They now recommend a full transmission replacement at $5,900. They will cover only $237 of the cost since the vehicle is past 5 years and 60,000 miles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11531647July 11, 2023
POWER TRAIN
8 Speed transmission slipped as I was going around a corner causing my 2017 Colorado stop suddenly causing the cars behind my to swerve to avoid me. Then the excellerator linkage or something caused the engine to rev out of control when the transmission finally stopped slipping causing me to run the truck off the road. This slip and then uncontrolable exeleration has occured 3 times since I bought it, This truck is a LEMON!
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11531304July 10, 2023
STEERING
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, she slowed down to make a right turn and the power steering assist failed. The contact stated that the "Steering Assist Reduced Drive with Care" message was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact used excessive force to complete the turn and was able to drive to her destination. The power steering assist returned after several engine restarts. The contact was informed by the dealer that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11531491July 10, 2023
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE
From a stop, accelerating has occasionally caused transmission to shudder, limiting power and ability to follow traffic until transmission reengages and power is restored. This creates an unnatural traffic pattern and puts myself at risk. After much research it appears the problem is with the transmission and torque converter. The engine may produce more torque than the transmission can handle. Problem started out infrequently, but has increased in frequency over time. Please reference report #11449007
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11530761July 6, 2023
STEERING
Power steering failed. Indicator on instrument cluster said to repair power steering. Steering wheel is locked. Truck has 49,000 miles. Never been driven off road.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11530336July 4, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Vehicle caught fire and lost everything
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11529968July 2, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Key will get stuck in the on position in the ignition and sometimes key wont turn at all to start vehicle. Has left me stranded several times. Repaired in 2018 and 2019 and problem returns.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11529999July 2, 2023
STEERING
I lost Power Steering while traveling on an interstate. Luckily at the speed I was traveling it wasn't difficult to steer the vehicle. Once I reached my destination and at a slower speed it was extremely difficult to turn. I turned off the engine and restarted and then it was fine. But the incident has happened about 5 other times at a slower speed. The vehicle is very difficult to steer when making turns. Each turn I was lucky there was not another vehicle in the opposite lane. Otherwise I could have crashed. I took the vehicle to the dealer and they had no detail of which vehicle were involved in service bulletin 15595B. The gave me an 800# to call and was told that my vehicle was not involved. It is obvious that my vehicle should had been included. The bulletin is very vague to the dealer and the consumer. It just reads "certain vehicle".
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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