2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Only 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 29 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 29
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2010
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2010: 29 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 361 |
| 2005 | 356 |
| 2006 | 236 |
| 2007 | 140 |
| 2008 | 81 |
| 2009 | 67 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 42 |
| 2012 | 42 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 498 |
| 2016 | 713 |
| 2017 | 216 |
| 2018 | 183 |
| 2019 | 150 |
| 2020 | 88 |
| 2021 | 78 |
| 2022 | 55 |
| 2023 | 136 |
| 2024 | 125 |
| 2025 | 28 |
| 2026 | 16 |
Known problem areas
Only 29 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
12 of 29 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
The passlock feature on the truck engages frequently without cause making me sit and wait out the 10-minute delay. This is always inconvenient, especially at the gas station with long lines behind me.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-17
Engine
5 of 29 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. While driving 40 MPH, the engine stalled and the vehicle lost power. The check engine indicator illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-03
Air bags
4 of 29 total reports mention: air bags.
Service brakes
4 of 29 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Vehicle speed control
3 of 29 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing cruise control.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010-12-14Child seat10V575000 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…
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…
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2013-01-24Latches/locks/linkages12V594000 General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured from November 9, 2009, through August 28, 2012, for failing to comply with the…
Remedy: General Motors will notify owners and instruct them to inspect their vehicle for the presence of a secondary hood latch. Dealers will replace the hood on any affected vehicles, free of charge. The…
Buy-smart checklist
2010 Chevrolet Colorado — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V575000 · Child seat
- Recall 12V594000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.