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Chevrolet Colorado repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (16%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (3%)

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Chevrolet Colorado electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (6%)

$100 - $499 (19%)

< $100 (69%)

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Chart based on 32 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2019 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed

308-horsepower 3.6L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

40000 mi Freezing up. Service bulletin applied, but later removed. Service bulletin caused air conditioning to not cool effectively. 

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2019 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

308-horsepower 3.6L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

25420 mi Infotainment unit became unresponsive. Was replaced under warranty. 
51000 mi

US $450
The audio system and HVAC started to randomly change volume and temp and fan settings. The system no longer responded to touchscreen inputs or button/dial inputs. GM shared the cost with me after about 6 months of messing around. This was a frustrating experience. 

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2018 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

308-horsepower 3.6L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

26000 mi Bad smell in cabin from A/C 

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2018 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

308-horsepower 3.6L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

30000 mi

US $95
One of the LEDs on the HVAC controls went out. Replaced it with a new HVAC controller. Took less than half an hour to replace. 

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2017 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

turbocharged 181hp 2.8L I4 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

9885 mi 4x4 selector switch light NFG. ordered new part, was installed on 11/29/17 due to travel schedule 

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2017 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

308-horsepower 3.6L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD

6767 mi A/C evaporative hose and two seals 

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2016 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed

turbocharged 181hp 2.8L I4 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

2000 mi Auto climate control not keeping cabin comfortable. Have to set on very low temp settings to keep cool. Dealer said system was normal, blamed on 80-90 degree weather, that gm couldn't anticipate such weather extremes. 

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2016 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

turbocharged 181hp 2.8L I4 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

36000 mi Compressor failed. Replaced under warranty 

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2016 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

turbocharged 181hp 2.8L I4 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range

38000 mi Radio freezing, air conditioning not working correctly however chevrolet said couldn't find issue 
48000 mi

US $237
Mylink infosystem. Half of screen black periodically. Also will reboot periodically. Shop said bo updates ever been done since truck new although ive had in twice for updates. Display still will show only half the other side black 
52000 mi 3rd time in regarding issues with infotainment center and 2nd time regarding AC. now have GM involved. Determined screen bad and on back order for over week. Shop couldn't find issue with AC however still intermittently blows warm air 
55000 mi

US $50
Infotainment screen, rattling noise and noise from?? When driving slow. Screen replaced with purchased warranty. Shop can't find noises I identified (second time I've taken in and still makes noise), oil change Air conditioning still not working off and on. This is second time I've taken in and they can't replicate.... Please note also stitching coming out of drivers seat but haven't had repaired as no warranty 
96000 mi UBEC went out on drive. All systems showed as issue. 5-10 codes popped when it occurred. The truck had multiple indicator lights immediately appear on the dash. I pulled over and was unable to start the truck. Some power was occurring to the dash but it was not operable. I required a tow to get it taken to the shop. Diagnostics took an extended period of time in order to find the root cause. Singular part replaced once identified. 

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2015 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed

305-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

80000 mi

US $75
FIND EXACT DATE Three AutoZone employees labored to loosen seriously-stuck clamps. Recent eye surgery prevented self-replace. 
107000 mi Pneumatic door locks randomly lock; at times key is required to open. Pneumatic motors for each door are not cheap. Repairs yet to be performed. 
109000 mi

US $1400
Driver seat motor replaced. Three sources of research - Dealer, Internet, local repair shop, relayed replacing that motor is not easy. 
114092 mi

US $20
Right low beam 
29000 mi

US $1
The touch screen starts performing functions almost at random without being touched. Such as trying to enable OnStar, selecting locations on the navigation screen, and changing the radio station. 
43000 mi

US $500
The starter needed to be replaced, the truck won't start consistently and the solenoid can be heard clicking. Update: It turned out to be the battery. 

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2015 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

305-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

14000 mi Cannot adjust temperature to my satisfaction.. Blows either too warm or too cold. Problem occurs n both manual and auto mode. 
63000 mi

US $500
Defrost only has heat on the highest setting(s), otherwise only cold air. Dealer unable to repair as diagnostic does not check sensors, only the operation of the mixing door when at high settings. Problem with the mid-level vents is still as reported years ago. 
OnStar communication module failed. Replacement module ordered, but it took over a month for it to arrive due to national back order. 
5000 mi OnStar communication module failed again part reordered. 
19000 mi Drivers side rear tail light assembly stopped working. 

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2005 Chevrolet Colorado

Engine not specified

154300 mi

US $20
Replaced fog light. Short of buying a new OEM lamp fixture, fixture corrosion required out-of-the-box thinking to effect a permanent repair. 

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2005 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

220-horsepower 3.5L I5 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

131600 mi

US $200
Rear Power Door Lock Actuators Replaced. Actuators failed to unlock doors consistently (1 out of 10 times) Receiving power but weak action. 
135300 mi Wiring sheered inside insulation on extended cab door causing air bag light to illuminate and radio to stay on after ignition off and door open. There is a recall on this issue for extended cab models. 
500 mi CD player was inop. Replaced under warranty. 
1000 mi CD player was again inop. Another replacement under warranty. 

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2005 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

220-horsepower 3.5L I5 4-speed automatic RWD

79700 mi

US $5
blower motor would only run on high I removed wire harness and used super glue to set wires in plastic holder then wrapped wire with a strip of black tape now blower motor works on all3 settings. 
73700 mi I had a wire burn out going to door switch dealer gave me the wire and brass end to replace bad wire it worked 1/2 a day then quit I now think it may be motor and regulator !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 
20000 mi Right front speaker went out. Warranty repairs done in one day. No complaints. 

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2005 Chevrolet Colorado 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

190000 mi

US $165
Battery died, low voltage, terminals corroded and also replaced 

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2004 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

220-horsepower 3.5L I5 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

146000 mi

US $250
replaced passenger window motor. 
176000 mi

US $360
replaced blower motor electrical harness. 

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2004 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

175-horsepower 2.8L I4 4-speed automatic RWD

160000 mi

US $1100
fan would only work on high or off. Capacitor needed replaced Headlight needed replaced and bracket needed realigned 

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