2013 Chevrolet Colorado
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
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 | 491 |
| 2016 | 704 |
| 2017 | 216 |
| 2018 | 183 |
| 2019 | 149 |
| 2020 | 84 |
| 2021 | 75 |
| 2022 | 52 |
| 2023 | 132 |
| 2024 | 121 |
| 2025 | 27 |
| 2026 | 14 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: service brakes.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET COLORADO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD INDEPENDENTLY SHIFT FROM SIXTH TO THIRD GEAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170906
Also filed under POWER TRAIN
1 of 1 total report mentions: power train.
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2013 Chevrolet Colorado — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Colorado?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Colorado have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.