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Chevrolet Colorado: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.

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MakeChevrolet
ClassStandard pickup
Model years (US)2004–2012, 2015–2027
New registrations (EU)2019
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
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Generations and technical specifications

Chevrolet Colorado – Third generation2023–present
Chevrolet Colorado – Third generation
SpecificationValue
ProductionJanuary 2023–present
Model years2023–present (US and Canada)
2024–2026 (South Korea)
2026–present (South Korea, GMC Canyon)
PlatformGM VSS-T (31XX-2)
EnginesGasoline
2.7 L L2R turbo I4
2.7 L L3B turbo I4
Transmissions8-speed 8L80 automatic
Wheelbase3,337 mm
Width1,902 mm
2,143 mm (with mirrors)
Kerb weight2,139–2,403 kg
AssemblyUnited States: Wentzville, Missouri (Wentzville Assembly)
Chevrolet Colorado – Second generation2011–present
Chevrolet Colorado – Second generation
SpecificationValue
Model codeRG
Production2011–present
2014–2022 (North America)
2019–2024 (South Korea)
2011–2020 (Thailand)
Model years2015–2022 (US and Canada)
PlatformGMT 31XX
EnginesGasoline
2.4 L Flexpower I4 (ethanol)
2.5 L Ecotec (LCV) I4
3.6 L High Feature (LFX)/LGZ) V6
Diesel
2.5 L Duramax XLD25/LP2 I4 turbo
2.8 L Duramax (LWN) I4 turbo
Transmissions5-speed manual
6-speed manual Eaton N8D
6-speed automatic 6L50
8-speed automatic 8L45
Kerb weight1,778–1,955 kg (Ext Cab)
1,819–2,030 kg (Crew cab)
AssemblyBrazil: São José dos Campos (GM do Brasil)
Thailand: Rayong (GM Thailand)
United States: Wentzville, Missouri (Wentzville Assembly)
Chevrolet Colorado – First generation2003–2012
Chevrolet Colorado – First generation
SpecificationValue
ProductionOctober 2003–August 2012
Model years2004–2012
PlatformGMT355
EnginesGasoline
2.8 L LK5 I4
2.9 L LLV I4
3.5 L L52 I5
3.7 L LLR I5
5.3 L LH8 2009/LH9 2010+ V8
Diesel
2.5 L 4JK1-TC
2.5 L 4JK1-TC (Diesel/CNG; Colorado CNG)
3 L 4JJ1-TC / 4JJ1-TCX VGS Turbo
Transmissions5-speed Aisin AR-5 manual
4-speed 4L60-E automatic
DrivetrainBi-Fuel system (Colorado CNG)
WheelbaseRegular cab 2,824 mm
Extended cab 3,200 mm
Crew cab 3,048 mm (Thailand Ver.)
LengthRegular cab 4,877 mm
Extended cab 5,260 mm
Crew cab 4,928 mm (Thailand Ver.)
Width1,727 mm
1,798 mm (Thailand Ver.)
Height1,651 mm
1,755 mm (4x4 Thailand Ver.)
AssemblyUnited States: Shreveport, Louisiana (Shreveport Assembly)
Thailand: Rayong (GM Thailand)

Engines and transmissions

Model yearsEngineTransmissionDriveFuel
2023–20262.7 L, 4 cyl8-speed automaticFour-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2023–20262.7 L, 4 cyl8-speed automaticRear-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2015–20222.5 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticFour-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2015–20222.5 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticRear-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2016–20222.8 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticFour-wheel driveDiesel
2016–20222.8 L, 4 cyl6-speed automaticRear-wheel driveDiesel
2017–20223.6 L, 6 cyl8-speed automaticFour-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2017–20223.6 L, 6 cyl8-speed automaticRear-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2015–20192.5 L, 4 cyl6-speed manualRear-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2015–20163.6 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticFour-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2015–20163.6 L, 6 cyl6-speed automaticRear-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2010–20122.9 L, 4 cyl4-speed automaticFour-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
+19 more configurations

Fuel economy (EPA)

Model yearsConfigurationCombinedCityHighway
2023–20262.7 L, 4 cyl · 8-speed automatic · Four-wheel drive11.2–14.7 L/100 km12.4–14.7 L/100 km10.2–14.7 L/100 km
2023–20262.7 L, 4 cyl · 8-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive10.7–11.8 L/100 km11.8–13.1 L/100 km9.4–10.2 L/100 km
2015–20222.5 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel drive11.2 L/100 km12.4 L/100 km9.8 L/100 km
2015–20222.5 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive10.7 L/100 km11.8–12.4 L/100 km9.0–9.4 L/100 km
2016–20222.8 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel drive10.2–12.4 L/100 km11.8–13.1 L/100 km8.4–10.7 L/100 km
2016–20222.8 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive9.4–10.2 L/100 km10.7–11.8 L/100 km7.8 L/100 km
2017–20223.6 L, 6 cyl · 8-speed automatic · Four-wheel drive12.4–13.8 L/100 km13.8–14.7 L/100 km9.8–13.1 L/100 km
2017–20223.6 L, 6 cyl · 8-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive11.2–15.7 L/100 km13.1–15.7 L/100 km9.4–15.7 L/100 km
2015–20192.5 L, 4 cyl · 6-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive10.7 L/100 km11.8–12.4 L/100 km9.0–9.4 L/100 km
2015–20163.6 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Four-wheel drive11.8 L/100 km13.8 L/100 km9.8 L/100 km
2015–20163.6 L, 6 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive11.2–14.7 L/100 km13.1–15.7 L/100 km9.4–13.8 L/100 km
2010–20122.9 L, 4 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Four-wheel drive11.8 L/100 km13.8 L/100 km10.2 L/100 km
+19 more configurations

Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.

EU type-approval data

YearsPowertrainEnginePowerMassCO₂
2019Diesel2776 cm³147 kW (200 PS)2225–2425 kg240 g/km (NEDC)

Years are registration years. Each range runs from the 10th to the 90th percentile of the values reported for new registrations; it is not an average. Mass is the mass in running order. For electric cars the power is the type-approval net power, which can be lower than the peak power in brochures.

Key specifications

Key specifications
SpecificationValue
EPA size classStandard pickup, Small pickup, Special purpose vehicle
Model years in EPA data2004–2012, 2015–2026
PowertrainsPetrol, Diesel
Engine displacement2.5–5.3 L
Cylinders4, 5, 6, 8
Transmission typesAutomatic, Manual
DriveRear-wheel drive, Four-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive
FuelPetrol (regular), Diesel
Configurations listed223
Forced inductionTurbocharged (on some versions)
Start-stop systemOn some versions
Powertrains (EU)Diesel
Engine displacement (EU)2,776 cm³
Power (EU)147 kW (200 PS)
Mass in running order (EU)2,225–2,425 kg

Years and markets

Years and markets
SpecificationValue
Model years (US)2004–2012, 2015–2027
New registrations (EU)2019

Owner complaints (NHTSA)

ComponentComplaintsMost reported model years
Steering9572015, 2016, 2019
Electrical system7572004, 2005, 2016
Transmission and drivetrain5562016, 2017, 2018
Brakes4302004, 2005, 2006
Engine and cooling4232006, 2015, 2016
Lights2012004, 2005, 2006
Airbags1802004, 2005, 2006
Fuel and propulsion1572006, 2016, 2017
Body and structure1552004, 2005, 2006
Stability and traction control1232006, 2015, 2016

Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2004–2009, 2011–2012, 2015–2025: 3585 complaints, 131 with a crash and 63 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.

Recalls

Chevrolet Colorado recall: TiresTires · 2024-05-23Chevrolet Colorado recall: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank AssemblyFuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly · 2024-06-28Chevrolet Colorado recall: Seat Belts:critical FastenersSeat Belts:critical Fasteners · 2024-09-19Chevrolet Colorado recall: Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studsWheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs · 2024-03-28Chevrolet Colorado recall: Electrical System:adas:driver Monitoring:camera/sensorElectrical System:adas:driver Monitoring:camera/sensor · 2024-02-22Chevrolet Colorado recall: Seats:critical FastenersSeats:critical Fasteners · 2022-05-26

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