2024 Chevrolet Colorado
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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 | 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
29% of complaints: electrical system — 35 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and fuel gauge.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
My teenage son was involved in an accident because of distraction caused by his he dashboard. Upon taking right turns with the right blinker, the LEFT blinker would subsequently illuminate for at least 4 blinks.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240927
26% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 32 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH and approaching a stopped traffic, the contact stated that the sun temporarily blinded his vision of the roadway.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250115
Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
23% of complaints: service brakes — 28 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Was on a trip and on the highway home the service break lights came on. By the time we got home(less than 200 miles) the breaks where scraping the calipers. Truck only had 25,586 miles on it when they picked it up to take to the shop.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260825
I purchased this truck new in March of 2024, in May I was at a Starbucks drive-thru and lost all brakes. While slowing down at the window the pedal went to the floor and my dash light up like a Christmas tree.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260824
17% of complaints: engine — 21 distinct reports on file.
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I was told that my vehicle has a bent exhaust valve, which has caused irreparable damage to the engine and requires a complete engine replacement.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260828
11% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242444030.
Campaign 24V366000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and fully lock the fuel tank lock ring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 13, 2024.
Campaign 24V491000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chevrolet Colorado and 2023 GMC Canyon vehicles. The left or right front seat may have a seat belt buckle attachment bolt that was not tightened properly.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the left and right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2024.
Campaign 24V703000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2024 Chevrolet Colorado — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (35 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (32 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 24V366000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V491000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V703000 (seat belts) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.