2006 Chevrolet Colorado
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 361 |
| 2005 | 356 |
| 2006 | 236 |
| 2007 | 140 |
| 2008 | 81 |
| 2009 | 67 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 42 |
| 2012 | 42 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 489 |
| 2016 | 699 |
| 2017 | 215 |
| 2018 | 181 |
| 2019 | 149 |
| 2020 | 81 |
| 2021 | 73 |
| 2022 | 51 |
| 2023 | 130 |
| 2024 | 118 |
| 2025 | 27 |
| 2026 | 14 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
30% of complaints: electrical system — 70 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing switch.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
rear brake lights flash or sometimes don't come on while pressing the brake pedal. while driving at night dash cluster goes black cant see speedometer, or anything on instrument cluster.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240815
18% of complaints: service brakes — 42 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
STOPPED AT RIGHT TURN YIELD SIGN BEHIND OTHER VEHICLES; CARS STARTED TO MOVE THE CAR AHEAD OF ME STOPPED AGAIN I PUT ON MY BRAKES AND SLOWLY HIT THE VEHICLE IN THE REAR. AFTER THE INCIDENT I NOTICE THAT MY BRAKE PEDAL WOULD SLOWLY GO TO THE FLOOR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130701
14% of complaints: exterior lighting — 32 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing switch and brake lights.
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The high mounted stop lights and the cruise control do not work. A recall for this was issued (NHTSA 06V13900 and NHTSA 09V310000) but when I enter my VIN it says I'm not included in the recall. Also, a dealer said my vehicle was not in the recall.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250708
Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
14% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 32 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine and crankcase (pcv).
8% of complaints: engine — 19 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
ON JULY 1, 2018, MY SON WAS DRIVING HIS 2006 CHEVY COLORADO ON THE FREEWAY WHEN IT COMBUSTED IN THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE ENGINE AREA. THANKFULLY, HE WAS ABLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE BEFORE IT BECAME FULLY ENGULFED!
NHTSA ODI report, 20180718
Also filed under STRUCTURE and WHEELS
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SHIPPED WITH TIRE AND L
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECTED LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN INSTALL THE LABEL FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTA
Campaign 05V552000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS MAY EXPERIENCE THE PERMANENT LOSS OF BRAKE LAMP FUNCTION OR BRAKE LAMPS THAT ARE ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES. THE CENTER HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMP (CHMSL) IS AFFECTED IN BOTH INSTANCE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 5, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 OR ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.
Campaign 06V139000 — check if this car was fixed
BRAKE LAMP SWITCH MALFUNCTION
GM IS RECALLING 185,903 MODEL YEAR 2004-2009 COLORADO, GMC MODEL YEAR 2009-2004 CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006 I-280, I-350, MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 I-290, AND I-370, PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CU
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS AS SPECIFIED IN THE RECALL BULLETIN FREE OF CHARGE. GM ANTICIPATES THAT PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE BY JUNE 2010. A SPECIAL COVERAGE FOR VEHICLES
Campaign 09V310000 — check if this car was fixed
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2011, CHEVROLET COLORADO, GMC CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006, ISUZU I-280/I-350, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008, I-290/I-370, REGULAR CAB VEHICLES AND EXTENDED CAB VEHICLES
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CUT A HOLE INTO THE BACK PANEL TRIM COVER TO ALLOW ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT POSITION AND WILL PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION AS TO USE IN THE OWNER'S M
Campaign 10V575000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2006 Chevrolet Colorado — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (70 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (42 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (32 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V552000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V139000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V310000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V575000 (child seat) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.