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2016 Chevrolet Colorado repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (18%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (3%)

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2016 Chevrolet Colorado electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (83%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

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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2016 Chevrolet Colorado Electrical Problems

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