Chevrolet Colorado Complaints

3,652 consumer complaints on file.

#11545307September 18, 2023
STEERING
Power steering fault Twice so far I’ve been driving and get greeted with a warning that power steering has failed, followed immediately after with a fault in the power steering that turns that system off & Stabilitrak light comes on had loss of power steering unable to turn the steering wheel & becomes hard to steer.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11545145September 18, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle completely drains battery overnight. It has happened 3 times since purchase in July 2023. After jumping the battery multiple errors occur including check engine lights. This truck has less than 3500 miles. It is happening to hundreds of brand new colorados.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11544969September 16, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
My 2023 Colorado's speedometer and infotainment digital display, which includes my ability to turn on and off my headlights, are both broken and not working. This makes it impossible to know my speed, how much gas I have, or turn on my lights at night. This was my core concern when getting the new 23 Chevy - too much reliance on displays - and it has come true. I have seen on Reddit and other boards that TONs of other users are facing similar issues, and it seems to be because of a botched software update. Please investigate.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11544447September 14, 2023
STEERING
I’ve previously looked into the steering recall for the 2015 Colorado and my 2016 vehicle is doing the exact same thing AGAIN. My power steering/stabilitrak has gone out multiple times while driving on the road. 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 must be handled like it was for the 2015 models asap.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11544223September 13, 2023
STEERING, TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. Additionally, the traction control warning light and an unknown warning light were illuminated. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The contact turned off the vehicle for a while and upon restarting the vehicle, the steering wheel responded as needed. The contact continued driving; however, the failure recurred while driving. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact to bring the vehicle to their location for diagnostic testing when the warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,250.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11544112September 12, 2023
STEERING
Power steering and stabiltrack fail while driving.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11543613September 9, 2023
STEERING
My power steering has quit working and the stabilitrak and t/c light both came on. This has happened a few times. I’ve had it to the dealership and looked at and I was told it needed a battery. $ 240 later, it did it again about a mile and a half from the dealership, so I took it back. If I turn the truck off and restart it, it goes back to normal. I’ve seen this same issue on forums on 2015 models.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11542840September 6, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
It's a known issue that these vehicles have wiring harness chaffing issues in multiple areas. In 2016, a TSB was issued under PIP5416 to address this in 2016 models. It has since been subsequently updated to cover all years through 2021 models under TSB PIP5416B, C, and D because GM failed to acknowledge fix this potentially dangerous and expensive issue. Byers Chevrolet had to repair 6 wires that were damaged from rubbing in and area addressed by this TSB. Upon researching, there are countless reports on internet user forums and Facebook groups of this issue occuring. Being a Fleet Manager, I see all kinds of recalls addressing the smallest issues like tailgate handles, but silence when it comes to an issue as serious as this.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11542976September 6, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The backup camera on the vehicle continually gets moisture in it resulting in a very blurry image on the display to the point of the backup camera being unusable at times, especially when it is dark. This creates a safety risk and an increased risk of hitting a moving vehicle or pedestrian when backing up as the vehicle is a pickup truck and has a very large blind spot behind it. We have run over toys in the driveway due to not being able to see them, fortunately no one has been injured as of the time of this writing. I have contacted Cheverolet extensively about the issue since July 2020 and they have been of no assistance. They acknowledged the issue and merely extended my warranty to 2025. A local dealership has replaced the camera a number of times and the issue remains unresolved; it has been replaced by the dealership nine times since 09/30/2020. The issue was first observed in July 2020 and the vehicle was purchased new from Cheverolet in May 2020. The vehicle does not go off-road, is parked in a garage, and replacing the camera has not corrected it. The vehicle was dropped off at the local dealership for approximately one week in May 2023 and the dealer reported that they were unable to replicate the issue. I subsequently reached out to the local dealership again in July and August with photos and videos showing the moisture on the inside of the camera lens and have yet to receive a response.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11541694August 30, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle was purchased brand new with 3 miles on it. The vehicle informant system was malfunctioning not allowing phone calls to be made or connection with OnStar. No audio was being produced through the speakers and the headlights were not responding when pressing the headlight buttons on the informant system. Battery was disconnected for 10 minutes and informant system was back online with no issues after that. Vehicle now has 554 miles on it with no problems. The dealership stated this has occurred with a few other 2023 Colorado's.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11541503August 29, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING
One day, after I turned my truck off, I noticed that my taillights and overhead cargo light remained on. Key was out, truck was off, but the lights stayed on. So for the time being, I disconnected the battery. I brought it to a mechanic, who ran the codes that came back that the rear driver turn signal was high, the rear passenger turn signal was high, and the overhead cargo light was high. He checked the entire truck for a short, replaced the taillights, replaced the fuse box, replaced the body control module, and numerous other attempts at a repair, with no success. I was without a vehicle for many months, since I can't afford the absurd prices of the current vehicle market and was hopeful it could be fixed. Reading through some other complaints/online threads, this seems like a fairly common problem with these vehicles. Electrical issues that affect my ability to use a turn signal are a huge safety concern and this needs to be addressed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11541545August 29, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
A known wire chaffing problem for this make/model caused vehicle to loose all transmission power. Doors unlocked and locked on their own while moving the vehicle. Had two young children with me in 100+ degree weather. Truck finally moved in first gear at 20 mph max to get home on the road with other traffic.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11540874August 26, 2023
STEERING
Stabilitrak issue again. Power steering went out in the middle of driving.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11540794August 25, 2023
ENGINE
Just prior to 8/1/22, check engine light came on. They found P0014 set, lack of power, rough idle. They found oil pushed through bank 1 cam solenoid actuator and had to replace on 8/1/22. Check engine light came on again in mid August 2023. Found P0024 code and had had to replace the cam actuator again. This time GM has part on backorder, like they are fixing systemic issue with part. They could only replace by getting from another dealer. Still charged me for part even though it was just replaced 12months ago. Would like to know if this is a systemic issue with GM.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11540458August 24, 2023
STEERING
My 2015 Colorado is repeatedly losing power steering. Twice while driving and three times upon starting the vehicle the power steering has failed. A warning light shows on the instrument panel to service the power steering. After parking and restarting the truck I have been able to resume driving. This is a VERY FRIGHTENING AND DANGEROUS SITUATION. I learned there was a partial recall of SOME 2015 Colorados, however my truck was not included. I have an appointment with my local Chevy dealer on Monday, August 28.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11540462August 24, 2023
POWER TRAIN
While driving, there is noticeable “shudder” that seems to feel like an issue with the transmission when it is shifting (automatic transmission). Research online shows this to be a consistent issue and concern with many owners of the 2018 Chevy Colorado. Having this shudder has not had a solution by the several mechanic shops I’ve been to. Nobody seems to know what is causing this issue, but with many owners having this same problem there must be something that Chevrolet can do to resolve this issue. We bought the vehicle brand new in 2018, and it is now paid off, but this shudder while driving has happened since we have owned the vehicle. It seems to be more prevalent while driving between 30 mph to 60 mph. The shudder happens during ever drive we take. We have the vehicle maintenance performed on all of the recommended intervals for oil, fluids, tires, brakes, etc. This is definitely something that should be a recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11540370August 23, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Battery dies repeatedly after multiple service visits and replacements.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11540357August 23, 2023
POWER TRAIN, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle seemed to operate in 4WD mode; however, the instrument cluster stated that the vehicle was operating in 2WD mode. Additionally, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the check engine warning light was cleared. The contact also stated that while at a complete stop, the Auto START/STOP feature turned off the engine; however, upon depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond, and the engine made abnormal grinding sounds. The vehicle then accelerated to 40 MPH and then slammed on the brakes unintendedly, nearly causing a crash. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact continually depressed the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle lurched forward and jerked while responding. The contact was able to pull into a parking lot. The vehicle was towed to the second dealer, Malloy Chevrolet (2700 Valley Ave, Winchester, VA 22601) where the failure recurred. The vehicle was being diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 600. The VIN was unavailable.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11540091August 22, 2023
STEERING
On four separate days, over six months, the power steering failed while driving, resulting in VERY difficult steering. We managed to pull over. A warning light appeared on the dash simultaneous to this occurring. Upon shutting the car off and restarting, the issue vanished.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11539883August 21, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality and the vehicle was difficulty to steer. The contact was able to safely drive the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with power steering unit failure. The contact was informed that the power steering unit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that in 2016 the vehicle was repaired under an unknown recall for the power steering unit however, the failure occurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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