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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%)

Chart based on 160 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the Chevrolet Colorado.

Chevrolet Colorado repair cost distribution

$2500+ (2%)

$1000 - $2499 (3%)

$500 - $999 (7%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (60%)

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Chart based on 117 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2021 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

200-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Chevrolet Colorado in Louisiana, United States
Jan 2021 - Jun 2022
Jan 2021

6000 mi

US $350
Oil change plus accessory fog lights added. Transmission issues since new but they cannot replicate it. Trans jolts when downshifting to a stop. 

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2020 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Ontario, Canada
May 2021 - Jun 2022
Jun 2022

14570 mi
The vehicle had an occasional shudder similar to a wake-up/rumble strip on a rural road or a tight washboard kind of vibration. Mild, but noticeable and would come/go at light throttle. There is a TSB for this through end of model year 2020 on the 8speed transmission vehicles. Overuse of assembly lubricant at the factory causes a trans fluid viscosity change that impacts the torque convertor at lock-up. TSB solution was complete trans flush 3 times in a row and drive for 320km. Warranty work. Noticeable difference, so far so good. 

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2019 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Iowa, United States
Oct 2020 - Jun 2022
Aug 2020

40000 mi
Freezing up. Service bulletin applied, but later removed. Service bulletin caused air conditioning to not cool effectively. 
Nov 2020

40000 mi
Emissions wire broken 

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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

Chevrolet Colorado in Georgia, United States
May 2019 - Jun 2022
Jul 2019

1500 mi
Issue with GM 8 speed auto trans torque converter judder at highway speeds. GM replaced trans fluid per TSB on the issue. 
Chevrolet Colorado in Manitoba, Canada
Nov 2020 - Jun 2022
Jul 2021

25420 mi
Infotainment unit became unresponsive. Was replaced under warranty. 
Nov 2021

27280 mi
Tie rod loose. Was replaced under warranty 
Chevrolet Colorado in Florida, United States
May 2021 - Jun 2022
Jun 2022

35000 mi

US $77
Could not remove key when placed in “PARK” 
Chevrolet Colorado in Wisconsin, United States
Jun 2021 - Jun 2022
Nov 2021

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Tennessee, United States
Mar 2018 - Oct 2020
Jul 2020

25000 mi
Rough shifting 
Aug 2020

26000 mi
Bad smell in cabin from A/C 

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2018 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Nova Scotia, Canada
Dec 2020 - Jun 2022
Oct 2021

44020 mi

C $300
Back pad worn out and destroyed rotors 

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2018 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Texas, United States
Jan 2021 - Jun 2022
Feb 2022

73000 mi

US $3600
Torque converter failed, transmission replaced. 
Chevrolet Colorado in Quebec, Canada
Sep 2017 - Sep 2018
Aug 2018

14880 mi
Exhaust sensor faulty. Replaced under warranty, but took a few days to arrive at the dealership. 

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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

Chevrolet Colorado in Oregon, United States
Nov 2017 - Jun 2022
May 2020

31000 mi
Axle seal leaking. Seal replaced 
Chevrolet Colorado in Manitoba, Canada
Jan 2020 - Jan 2022
Feb 2020

17360 mi
Power steering rack replaced. 
Chevrolet Colorado in Tennessee, United States
Apr 2018 - Jun 2022
Dec 2021

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

Chevrolet Colorado in California, United States
May 2017 - Jan 2018
Jul 2017

6363 mi
Interior. Pax seat bottom unclipped Hood flutter at 65+ Right rear door did not fit correctly 
Sep 2017

9885 mi
Pax seat bottom unclipped again... 4x4 selector switch light NFG. ordered new part, was installed on 11/29/17 due to travel schedule 
Chevrolet Colorado in California, United States
Jun 2021 - Jul 2022
Sep 2021

65000 mi

US $210
Bank one NOx sensor low voltage, replaced with new OE manufacturer part. 

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2017 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in California, United States
May 2017 - Jun 2018
Mar 2018

6767 mi
A/C evaporative hose and two seals during the repair the mechanic broke a trim piece of plastic trim on left front corner where fender- hood- wiper- housing and windshield meet. 

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2017 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Ontario, Canada
Jul 2017 - Jun 2022
Apr 2021

48360 mi
Poor shifting between 1st and 2nd,and 2nd and 1st. could [not] repair, no GM fix known. common issue with this 8 speed transmission 

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2017 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Idaho, United States
Jul 2017 - Apr 2018
Dec 2017

3000 mi
Cushion cover clips at front edge of both front seats will not stay attached. Repair was made and said I may have to return if it fails to hold. Repair was unsuccessful and have to make an appointment because tsb repair will take most of a day to complete and will have a loner vehicle available. Intermittent harsh 1-2 shift shift regardless of transmission temperature. Dealer said transmission was still in learning mode. Return if it persists. 
Mar 2018

5900 mi
Returned for harsh 1-2 shift and occasional harsh mid range down shift. Provided dealer with TSB and tech bulletin for related to issues found on Colorado Fans Forum. Dealer kept for two days to diagnose and conduct service based on information provided. Repairs didn't fix issues and GM was contacted and new transmission is required for repair. Awaiting final authorization. Lower front seat cushion's attachment strip will not stay attached. Second visit for issue. Dealer said GM requires complete seat replacement. Seats to be ordered and repaired when transmission is repaired at later date. 
Chevrolet Colorado in Maine, United States
May 2017 - Jan 2022
Sep 2017

4000 mi
Noise in steering column. Part replaced. 
Oct 2021

32000 mi
Transmission shifts very hard with a noticeable thunk in the first 2 gears. The dealer replaced the torque converter and fluid last year. They replaced the transmission fluid again in October. It seems better but not they way it should shift smoothly. 

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2016 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

200-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Chevrolet Colorado in Tennessee, United States
Jul 2016 - Jul 2022
Apr 2022

105000 mi
Truck overheated while driving on back roads. Dealer couldn't find a problem, and it hasn't happened since. 

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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

Chevrolet Colorado in Wisconsin, United States
Dec 2016 - Jul 2019
Apr 2017

6900 mi
P1478 Code, faulty sensor, sensor on national backorder, no repair done, check engine light still on 
Jun 2017

15000 mi
Pin hole leak in boot, replaced under warranty 
Jul 2018

36000 mi

US $250
Squeaky noisy brakes, dealer wanted to grease pads to fix, I chose to purchase new rotors and pads to eliminate the problem from reoccurring 
Chevrolet Colorado in Idaho, United States
Mar 2016 - Aug 2017
Jun 2016

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. 
Apr 2017

13000 mi
Driver's side rear passenger chrome plastic door handle cover had cracked. Part was replaced. 
Jul 2017

14000 mi
Low error message in DIC. Dealer did computer updates per GM. Driven from dealer and after two restarts problem appeared again. 
Aug 2017

16000 mi
Replaced oil level sensor per GM. Repair unsuccessful. Per GM and check of TSB found wiring harness chaffing issues. Found wiring harness was pinched by oil pan pulling and damaging connections. Had to drop oil pan to effect repairs. At this point the vehicle was traded for a new one. 

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2016 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Texas, United States
May 2016 - Apr 2021
Jul 2016

1200 mi
Turbo overheating, a clamp was not properly installed and produced a high-pressure leak in the cooling line.  
Jun 2018

16000 mi
Diagnosis of a problem engine light 
Chevrolet Colorado in Arizona, United States
Sep 2017 - Jun 2022
Jul 2021

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Indiana, United States
Jun 2017 - Sep 2023
Sep 2017

38000 mi

US $200
Radio freezing, air conditioning not working correctly however chevrolet said couldn't find issue Engine light came on and poor def quality warning. I was still using Same def for 1000 miles. I was told basically i either ran to low but not true as reading shows level ok or used poor quality fluid. They did diagnostic and forced regen as couldn't find anything wrong.. Warranty didn't cover 
May 2018

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 
Jul 2018

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 
Sep 2018

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 Rattling and rotational noise. Hear rattling over bumps, squeaking noise at low speed 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 
Jul 2021

91000 mi

US $100
Transmission shudder around 25-40 mph that was getting much worse. Chevrolet tsb mentioned using new blue label transmission fluid to alleviate. I drained transmission, changed filter and added recommended fluid according to procedure 
Sep 2021

96000 mi

US $150
Changed rear calipers (both) with remanufactured ones as the old ones were frozen and non functioning. In addition changed brake pads front and rear as well as upgraded hardware as I was getting a rattle and squeaking sound that existed years ago and I thought resolved. Flushed and added new brake fluid, bled brakes. 
Apr 2023

105000 mi

US $567
Service Diesel exhaust system light came on. Dealer said NO2 sensor faulty and replaced. Stabilitrack ,trailer brake, abs light came on around time DEF system needs attention. Light comes on and off periodically but unable to read code for repair as lights not on when went to shop 
Jul 2023

104000 mi

US $23
Abs, stabiltrac, trailer brake and occasional 4wd service lights on dash. O'Reilly scanned and showed issue with speed sensor on front driver side. I ordered and replaced abs/speed sensor.... warning lights still come on after truck warms up 
Sep 2023

105000 mi

US $391
Took to private mechanic who tested all tsb electrical and found no issues. Scan showed abs/speed sensor bad on driver front which they replaced (2nd time). After driving away same warning lights for stabilitrac, abs, trailer brake back on. Repair unsuccessful Took back to previous shop told them last repair unsuccessful. Now they say it's bearing hub assembly in front drivers side and front passenger also showing erratic reading. Part changed and repair successful 
Chevrolet Colorado in Iowa, United States
Apr 2017 - Jun 2022
Feb 2018

46000 mi
Replaced the turbocharger. Replaced under warranty. 
Jul 2021

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 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Massachusetts, United States
Apr 2016 - Jun 2022
Sep 2016

13000 mi
Squak/rattle in steering wheel. Dealer originally performed a service bulletin by applying special grease, didn't fix. Returned for replacement of steering wheel under warranty to complete fix and bulletin. 
Chevrolet Colorado in Indiana, United States
Mar 2016 - Jul 2022
Jul 2016

7000 mi
Transmission "lugs" after slowing/braking from speed >45, the attempting to lightly accelerate. Acts like a manual transmission does when your in to high of a gear for speed you're going. Power driver sear became stuck in a very forward position. Initially would not track backwards but eventually did. Found broken plastic part under the seat. Seat doesn't always go backwards smoothly on track, wobbles from side to side Advisor from Chevrolet instructed local tech to replace a seal on a valve in transmission to fix low speed lugging issue. Repair reduced lugging issues by 90%, but still occurs at lesser frequency. Dealership did great job locating part. 
Chevrolet Colorado in California, United States
Feb 2016 - Jul 2022
Sep 2017

21800 mi
Hesitation on acceleration 
Jun 2018

33000 mi
There is a hesitation when accelerating from a slow speed to accelerate Pax post area has a knocking noise 
Jul 2022

81000 mi

US $112
Check Engine Light with two codes. Found loose hose in engine. 
Chevrolet Colorado in New Hampshire, United States
Sep 2016 - Jul 2022
Jul 2022

40350 mi

US $350
Each time the truck was started, a warning came up in the Driver Information Control Center warning of a steering problem. There never was any actual issue with the steering, but there have been many reports of problems with 2015-2016 Colorados and GMC Canyons losing steering suddenly while driving. I wanted to make sure that I didn't suffer that fate. Resolution was to replace a cable in the electrical steering system that had been damaged by mice. Note that the rack and pinion steering in the Colorado is electrically driven and not a power assisted mechanical system. 
Chevrolet Colorado in West Virginia, United States
Aug 2016 - Apr 2018
Sep 2016

1000 mi
Overheated. Lower radiator hose was not installed properly. 
Chevrolet Colorado in Texas, United States
May 2016 - Jul 2018
Jun 2018

34000 mi

US $590
Gear shifter failed 
Chevrolet Colorado in New York, United States
Nov 2016 - Jun 2022
Sep 2021

43000 mi

US $200
Replaced rear pads and rotors 

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2015 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Maryland, United States
Apr 2015 - Jul 2017
Jul 2017

22000 mi

US $400
Front pads replaced and rotors turned. 

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2015 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in California, United States
Feb 2016 - Nov 2021
Jun 2016

5000 mi
hood fluttering at highway speeds. hood stops were adjusted by the dealer to remedy the probldm steering wheel squeeks new steering wheel ordered 
Jul 2016

5200 mi
steering wheel replaced rear driver leaf spring replaced 
Chevrolet Colorado in Georgia, United States
May 2016 - Jun 2022
Apr 2018

56000 mi

US $2177
Steering gear was replaced due to torque sensor failure. Learned of Recall by dealer after third incident of steering failure while driving. 
Apr 2019

80000 mi

US $75
FIND EXACT DATE Three AutoZone employees labored to loosen seriously-stuck clamps. Recent eye surgery prevented self-replace. 
Apr 2021

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. 
Sep 2021

109000 mi

US $1400
Driver seat motor replaced. Three sources of research - Dealer, Internet, local repair shop, relayed replacing that motor is not easy. 
Apr 2022

114092 mi

US $20
Right low beam 
Chevrolet Colorado in Texas, United States
Feb 2015 - Jul 2018
Jul 2017

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. 
Apr 2018

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 6ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in North Dakota, United States
Jul 2015 - Jan 2022
Oct 2015

1500 mi
Coolant smell when warming up. Took to dealer who claimed that coolant smell was not coolant. Problem not fixed and will have to be taken to a different dealer that has a competent staff. 

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2015 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Georgia, United States
Oct 2017 - Jan 2021
Mar 2018

40000 mi
Check engine light came on. They changed a sensor. 
Chevrolet Colorado in Georgia, United States
Nov 2014 - Oct 2015
Jun 2015

5000 mi
Drivetrain has a slight whine noise at 40 and 80 mph when decelerating. Differential was inspected and looked normal. Problem still occurring will be returning to dealer soon. 
Aug 2015

5600 mi
Whine in rear differential. Differential replaced. Low speed whine is mostly corrected but high speed whine remains. Steering has a clunk knock when going over small bumps and expansion joints. Tech states no repair part available at this time. ECM reprogramed for better transmission response. 
Chevrolet Colorado in California, United States
Apr 2015 - Mar 2018
Jul 2016

17300 mi
The M80 rear differential started wining and clunking going from reverse to drive. 

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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

Chevrolet Colorado in Oklahoma, United States
Oct 2014 - Sep 2016
Jan 2015

15000 mi
OnStar communication module failed. Replacement module ordered, but it took over a month for it to arrive due to national back order. 
Mar 2015

5000 mi
OnStar communication module failed again part reordered. 
Jun 2015

11000 mi
Rattling sound emanating from steering column when driving over uneven roads. Dealer verified issue, but does not have a fix. Explained that GM has issued a TB and is aware of problem and working to diagnose what is causing it. 
Nov 2015

16000 mi
Content rattling sound coming from steering wheel/column. Dealer replaced steering wheel per TSB. Repair was not successful rattling sound still present. Took vehicle to another dealer concerning rattling sound. They confirmed noise and ordered complete steering column. Waitin for part to arrive and be installed. This is a follow up to earlier reported repair. Steering column replaced along with upper and lower intermediate shafts and rack. 
Mar 2016

19000 mi
Drivers side rear tail light assembly stopped working. 
Chevrolet Colorado in Pennsylvania, United States
Aug 2015 - Mar 2018
Aug 2017

34000 mi
Check engine light was on but went off vehicle is running really rough scan codes P0018 P0020 P2092 P2093 Checked resistance at intake cam pos. Actuator solenoid bank 2 solenoid valve O.L. Replaced solenoid cleared codes. Codes still returned and still runs rough. Verified current ECM and BCM software was current and no resistance. Replaced ECM AND BCM immobilizer. Relearn ECM set up crank POS and oil life cleared codes . Recheck OK. 
Feb 2018

44000 mi
Emission system problems four different times in February. Traded the Colorado after repeated problems with the truck and the dealer flashed the computer and gas mpg dropped from an avg of 23.8 to avg of 17 and they said it wasn't their fault. 
Chevrolet Colorado in Alaska, United States
Nov 2015 - Jun 2022
Oct 2016

14000 mi
Would not downshift when throttle applied at lower speeds causing engine to lug Steering wheel squeaks and/or rattles when turning. Cannot adjust temperature to my satisfaction.. Blows either too warm or too cold. Problem occurs n both manual and auto mode. 
Mar 2022

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. 

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2012 Chevrolet Colorado 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

185-horsepower 2.9L I4 4-speed automatic RWD

Chevrolet Colorado in Michigan, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
May 2018

62000 mi

US $600
Window would not roll up 

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2010 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

242-horsepower 3.7L I5 4-speed automatic RWD

Chevrolet Colorado in Ohio, United States
- Mar 2011
Mar 2010

1804 mi
Water leak in cab. Baffels inside all doors were not directing water away from inside. Adjusted all door panel baffles and resealed. 
Mar 2011

6900 mi
Mounting bracket on passenger side air bag deployment module broke under passenger seat. Dealer replaced entire module. 

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2008 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

242-horsepower 3.7L I5 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Chevrolet Colorado in Maryland, United States
Jun 2009 - Jul 2018
Nov 2009

8000 mi
Transmission and drivetrain, except computers and sensors, repair 
Jun 2017

116000 mi

US $553
Water pump clutch failure, replaced. 

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2006 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

175-horsepower 2.8L I4 5-speed manual RWD

Chevrolet Colorado in Massachusetts, United States
Nov 2016 - Apr 2018
Dec 2016

75000 mi

US $410
Power steering inlet/outlet hoses were leaking. When replacing the hoses, the bolt snapped on the rack. Therefore, the steering rack also had to be replaced. 
Aug 2017

80590 mi

US $110
Both front stabilizer links were replaced to try to correct a rattle over bumps from the front of the truck. Rattle was still present after replacing both from stabilizer links. 

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2006 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Kansas, United States
- Nov 2007
Jan 2006

5000 mi
Replaced headliner under warranty. Damaged in shipment. 
May 2007

25000 mi
Took in for rough idle in gear. Did a software upgrade on PCM for this problem. Made it worse. Now steering wheel vibrates even more than before. Supposedly no fix available at this time. 
Nov 2007

30000 mi
Took in for possible wheel bearing noise in front. Diagnosed as bad wearing tires. Need to rotate more often I guess. They also did a service bulletin upgrade(s) for the bad brake switch issue, and replaced rear brake shoe springs. 
Chevrolet Colorado in Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 2015 - Dec 2017
Dec 2015

51000 mi

US $300
Thermostat replaced 
Oct 2017

61000 mi

US $399
Replacement of the of tie-rod end. 

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2006 Chevrolet Colorado 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

175-horsepower 2.8L I4 5-speed manual RWD

Chevrolet Colorado in North Carolina, United States
Jun 2016 - Jan 2022
Sep 2017

85000 mi

US $100
Replaced o2 sensor 
Nov 2017

86000 mi

US $80
replaced o2 sensor 

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2005 Chevrolet Colorado

Engine not specified

Chevrolet Colorado in Indiana, United States
Jun 2013 - Dec 2014
Oct 2013

132300 mi

US $450
Both front tires wearing inside corners severely. Both tie rod ends found worn, replaced, and front end realigned. 
Aug 2014

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Delaware, United States
- Jul 2007
Apr 2005

500 mi
CD player was inop. Replaced under warranty. 
May 2005

1000 mi
CD player was again inop. Another replacement under warranty. 
Jul 2007

24000 mi
Total transmission failure. Trans couldn't shift to 3rd due to slipping. Clutch packs totally worn. Transmission was rebuilt and exhibited same slipping symptom during technician road test. Turned out to be bad case. New transmission put in. At dealer for 
Chevrolet Colorado in Missouri, United States
May 2014 - Sep 2017
Aug 2014

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. 
Jul 2015

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. 

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2005 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

220-horsepower 3.5L I5 4-speed automatic RWD

Chevrolet Colorado in Kansas, United States
Apr 2016 - Jul 2017
May 2016

139000 mi

US $60
evap purge vent valve 
Oct 2016

142700 mi

US $30
EVAP system again failed. Fuel spills when refueling. Repair did not fix problem. 
Feb 2017

146000 mi

US $34
The PCV system will begin to suck oil from the engine. These engines do not have a "rattle" PCV or PCV valve -- it uses a small hole in the nipple of the outlet in the valve cover. For whatever reason (sludge buildup, increased engine backpressue, clogged splash cover inside valve cover) , it begins to suck actual oil instead of just relieve gas pressure. Results in smoking out the exhaust at startup. Solution is to install a catch can. 
Chevrolet Colorado in California, United States
May 2006 - Jun 2018
Jan 2006

8000 mi
Replaced o2 sensor under warranty 
Chevrolet Colorado in Indiana, United States
May 2013 - Mar 2015
Sep 2013

68000 mi

US $200
window switch, dealer said it was bad I paid 178.00, and it was not the problem, my window is half down and will not operate I assume it may be motor, or wiring problem, I am mad as hell I have a part I do not need !!! 
Jan 2014

70200 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. 
Apr 2014

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 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 
Chevrolet Colorado in Florida, United States
May 2005 - Jun 2018
Nov 2005

6000 mi
Dealer noticed engine oil leak during oil change--repair was covered under warranty. 
May 2013

135000 mi
Passlock system intermitently disables vehicle with original key in ignition. FINALLY discovered a fix online, which effectively disables Passlock (red light on instruments)--I no longer have security, but I can drive my car when I need it. 
Oct 2013

140800 mi

US $400
New shocks/struts and an alignment 

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2005 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Pennsylvania, United States
May 2008 - Mar 2016
Nov 2008

40000 mi

US $350
The ABS sensors on the front hubs malfunctioned. You can't buy just the sensors, so I had to replace the hub/bearing on each side. Rather than using a boot, the sensor is open to the elements and gets crud in there over time. I did the repair myself. 
Oct 2014

67000 mi

US $300
Replaced brake pads, rotors, and sliding pins. Greased all parts. Still have some vibration during braking, like from warped rotors. 
Chevrolet Colorado in Washington, United States
Jan 2016 - Jun 2018
May 2017

283000 mi

US $3000
replaced transmission 
Chevrolet Colorado in Ohio, United States
Jan 2023 - Jan 2023
Jan 2023

179000 mi

US $450
Throttle body failure and spark plug coil failure 

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2005 Chevrolet Colorado 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Chevrolet Colorado in Connecticut, United States
May 2013 - Sep 2016
Dec 2013

150000 mi

US $500
CHeck engine light was on. The diagnostic codes indicated low idle, problem with the fuel/oxygen mix, faulty thermostat. Sensor was replaced along with new plugs. 
Jul 2016

190000 mi

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

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2005 Chevrolet Colorado 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

220-horsepower 3.5L I5 5-speed manual RWD

Chevrolet Colorado in California, United States
May 2013 - Jun 2018
Nov 2013

93700 mi
Computer bad & replaced. Diagnosis at time of computer failure indicates one or more valves seats are going bad. CEL comes on intermittently and rough idle, but other wise drives fine. UPDATE: bad valve seats must have been misdiagnosis. It is 40k miles later and it has never been fixed or gotten worse. 
Feb 2017

140 mi

US $95
master cylinder had begun to go bad 
Feb 2018

153000 mi

US $200
Tie rod ends were worn with play in the steering and abnormal tire wear. Replaced inner and outer and aligned front end. 

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2004 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

220-horsepower 3.5L I5 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

Chevrolet Colorado in Texas, United States
- Feb 2008
Feb 2008

55000 mi

US $100
Replaced front CV boot. It had developed a hole. 

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2004 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

220-horsepower 3.5L I5 4-speed automatic RWD

Chevrolet Colorado in New Jersey, United States
- May 2006
May 2006

49000 mi
Oxygen Sensor- replaced under extended warranty 

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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

Chevrolet Colorado in Colorado, United States
Nov 2010 - Nov 2017
Oct 2010

146000 mi

US $250
replaced passenger window motor. 
Jun 2015

161000 mi

US $15
replaced front and rear suspension bumpers. 
Aug 2016

174000 mi

US $200
replaced front and rear struts. 
Oct 2016

176000 mi

US $360
replaced the front right wheel bearing. replaced outer tie rod ends on both sides. replaced blower motor electrical harness. 
Nov 2017

186000 mi

US $280
replaced a leaky part where the fuel line connected to the fuel injection system... I think thats how to describe it. 

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2004 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

175-horsepower 2.8L I4 4-speed automatic RWD

Chevrolet Colorado in Colorado, United States
Feb 2016 - Sep 2017
Jun 2016

160000 mi

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

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2004 Chevrolet Colorado 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

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

Chevrolet Colorado in Pennsylvania, United States
Feb 2016 - Sep 2017
Jul 2017

103000 mi

US $25
Replaced the spark plugs. 

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