Is the Chevrolet Colorado Reliable?
2004–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Chevrolet Colorado Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 7 | — | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 0 | 20 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 2 | 86 | 4 | — | 58 | Fair |
| 2023 | 1 | 87 | — | — | 65 | Good |
| 2022 | 1 | 28 | 3 | — | 66 | Good |
| 2021 | 0 | 29 | 3 | — | 70 | Good |
| 2020 | 0 | 54 | 7 | — | 67 | Good |
| 2019 | 0 | 84 | 10 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2018 | 1 | 99 | 6 | — | 62 | Fair |
| 2017 | 1 | 145 | 3 | — | 64 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Colorado Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Colorado scores 4 points above the average truck — a strong result.
Known Chevrolet Colorado Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 639 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chevrolet Colorado reliable?+
The Chevrolet Colorado scores 69/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 6 recall campaigns and 639 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Colorado is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Colorado achieved the highest reliability score of 93/100 with 0 recalls and 7 complaints.
How many miles does a Colorado last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Chevrolet Colorado owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Colorado will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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