Model year

2026 Chevrolet Colorado

Pickup, gasoline, 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Oct 17, 2025 to Aug 26, 2026.

Recall campaigns covering this model year15,861 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints141.8 times the median 2026 pickup
Severity index0.02026 pickups average 4.2
First 24 monthsOpenWindow has not closed yet
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado peaked in 2025, with 3 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

0369122025202611
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

29% of complaints about the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado name electrical system

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Electrical system
4
Steering
3
Engine and cooling
2
Driver assistance
2
Brakes
2
Airbags
1
Lighting
1
Fuel system
1
Latches and locks
1
Powertrain
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

One recall campaign covers the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
26V-114Feb 26, 2026General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick…Equipment5,861Not stated
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

14 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Aug 26, 2026Failure Jul 31, 2026Arlington, TXFuel/propulsion system

    My truck makes a very loud horrible noise when the fuel pump primes after the truck sits for a few hours it’s a clear flaw with the fuel pump and I’ve seen multiple people complain about this issue and there’s no fix for it.

    NHTSA complaint 11759876
  2. Filed Aug 22, 2026Failure Aug 22, 2026Costa Mesa, CASeats, Steering, Suspension

    Seats: Driver’s seat shifts forward when normal braking pressure is applied. Bottom cushion seems to be loose/shifting. Cause for major concern if emergency braking should be needed and seat does not restrain driver Steering: Steering wheel has vibrations when driving over normal aberrations/roughness on paved roads. Accompanied by rattles and mechanical noise. Extremely annoying Suspension: Front passenger side has loud clunk from time to time on certain speedbumps/off road. Low speeds 10-15mph. Vehicle Details: 2026 Colorado ZR2, Odometer: 3176

    NHTSA complaint 11758786
  3. Filed Jul 30, 2026Failure Jul 1, 2026Branchburg, NJSteering

    The steering shaft on my 2026 Colorado Trail Boss is faulty and needs to be replaced. There was no accident but feel like this could be a safety issue that needs to be addressed and reported.

    NHTSA complaint 11753787
  4. Filed Jul 28, 2026Failure Jul 12, 2026Riverside, RIService brakes

    I was driving went to stop brake petal went to the floor and the truck did not stop. So i put it in low gear and got the truck to stop. the truck is at the dealer they keep giving me the run around so i call gm and open a case there going to get back to me .Brake light,APS,Brake SystemFailure all lit up on dash and truck only had 134 mile.

    NHTSA complaint 11753356
  5. Filed Jul 16, 2026Failure Jul 6, 20265,952 milesPalm Coast, FLFront passenger

    The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that when the vehicle was purchased, the passenger’s side air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken for tire maintenance, and the contact was informed that the air bag warning light should not be constantly illuminated. The dealer was contacted about the failure. The dealer diagnosed a failure with the restraint system and that the sensor on the passenger’s side was not operating properly, causing a failure with the passenger’s side air bags and seat belt. The contact stated that the part to repair the vehicle was no back order. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 5,952.

    NHTSA complaint 11750850
  6. Filed Jun 26, 2026Failure Jun 17, 20268,664 milesPierre, SDAdaptive cruise control

    The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH with the adaptive cruise control engaged, while the vehicle was approaching another vehicle from the rear, the brakes independently activated. No warning light was illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, and the contact was advised to stop using the adaptive cruise control while driving. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case. The approximate failure mileage was 8,664.

    NHTSA complaint 11746816
  7. Filed Jun 5, 2026Failure Jun 4, 2026millwood, NYElectrical system, Engine, Service brakes

    Component: Drivetrain, brake, and engine management systems repeatedly fail in a coordinated pattern, with multiple warning indicators activating simultaneously and sudden unintended deceleration occurring without warning. Vehicle available for inspection. Safety risk: Most recent failure occurred at highway speed with family including passengers in the vehicle. Without warning, the vehicle decelerated abruptly while multiple dashboard warnings activated at once. Sudden deceleration at highway speed creates immediate risk of rear-end collision from following traffic and loss of vehicle control. Prior dealer confirmation: Yes. Curry Chevrolet (Scarsdale, NY) has had the vehicle in service for the same defect category on multiple prior occasions, including stays of over a week on at least two visits. The dealer has not permanently resolved the issue — symptoms have now recurred at sixth time. An additional early service visit at the same dealer was not documented with a repair order; I retain contemporaneous text messages establishing that visit occurred. Other inspections: Inspected only by Curry Chevrolet to date. GM Customer Assistance engaged (Case #XXX). No police, insurance, or independent inspections. New case has been filed with GM, linked to the previous (Case #XXX).Next service visit will be at a different authorized Chevrolet dealer for an independent diagnostic. Warning indicators: Yes. In the most recent incident, multiple warning lamps and system alerts activated simultaneously at the moment of deceleration, with no advance warning. Prior incidents showed the same multi-system warning pattern, consistently without predictive indicators. Vehicle is a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado, VIN [XXX], delivered January 2026 with 2,209 miles on the odometer at delivery. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

    NHTSA complaint 11742259
  8. Filed Jun 4, 2026Failure Jun 4, 2026Neshanic Station, NJSteering, Unknown or other

    Not sure if this is a safety issue at this point but there is a rattling noise around the steering column when you drive over any bumps and hoping this will not lead to any safety issues.

    NHTSA complaint 11742212
  9. Filed May 29, 2026Failure May 29, 2026832 milesLouisville, OHVehicle speed control

    The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while using the cruise control at 60 MPH, the vehicle began to accelerate. The contact was able to depress the brake pedal to avoid a crash. The cruise control was restarted and set to 50 MPH, and the vehicle accelerated again without warning. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 832.

    NHTSA complaint 11740775
  10. Filed Mar 23, 2026Failure Mar 19, 2026Neshanic Station, NJExterior lighting

    Front passenger headlight assembly is defective with less than 200 miles on vehicle. The defect is allowing excessive condensation in assembly and fogging up headlight brightness and assuming will eventually cause bulbs to prematurely burn out. This in my opinion is a safety concern and issue . Also seems like there is a shortage of the defective headlight assembly.

    NHTSA complaint 11726540
  11. Filed Feb 13, 2026Failure Feb 12, 20265,800 milesElroy, WIElectrical system, Latch

    The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle started, however the battery became drained. No warning lights were illuminated. After the battery was drained, the doors failed to unlatch, and the contact was stuck inside the vehicle. The tow truck driver arrived and assisted the contact with exiting the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 5,800.

    NHTSA complaint 11717797
  12. Filed Dec 24, 2025Failure Nov 28, 2025Mansfield, TXElectrical system, Engine, Power train

    ECM Engine Control Module TCM Transmission Range Sensor TCM Transmission Control Module While driving in a 45 MPH speed zone in heavy traffic, the vehicle suddenly lost power and abruptly slowed down causing a number of other vehicles to have to break and swerve . Problem confirmed through ONSTAR Diagnosis As of this date, the GM dealer has not confirmed the problem. No other inspections have been confirmed. there were no warnings prior to the event.

    NHTSA complaint 11706928
  13. Filed Dec 12, 2025Failure Dec 8, 20252,100 milesJeffersonville, VTAdaptive cruise control

    The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH with the adaptive cruise control engaged, while the vehicle was approaching another vehicle from the rear, the vehicle failed to automatically slow down. The contact depressed the brake pedal to get the vehicle to slow down as needed. No warning light was illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a defective module, and that there was no replacement part available to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened a case. The approximate failure mileage was 2,100.

    NHTSA complaint 11704741
  14. Filed Oct 17, 2025Failure Oct 16, 2025Escondido, CAElectrical system

    [INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BLACK-OUT] While driving on I-15S, suddenly the Instrument Cluster went completely dark for 5-10 seconds. A scary and alarming development.

    NHTSA complaint 11694016
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

1 NHTSA investigation on file

  • EA26006 Engineering analysis, Brakes
    Electronic Brake Module Component Failure
    Opened Aug 21, 2026, still open
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

130 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • PIT5698F Sep 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
  • PIC6629F Sep 10, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI is to instruct dealer on diagnostic procedures that need to be completed prior to replacing a radio or IPC display
  • PIT6544 Sep 2, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that GM is aware of the issue and the vehicle can still be driven. When a repair is available, this PI will be updated.
  • PIP4902W Sep 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
  • PIT6517E Aug 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI advise dealers If U3000 is present, follow the correct service doc by Symptom Byte before contacting PQC; if not present, verify the camera is clean, then contact PQC if no issue is found.
  • PIP6127A Aug 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This document assists GM dealer technicians with diagnosing torque converter concerns to ensure torque converter replacement is necessary. The torque converter part number will be placed on order restriction, and the technician will be asked to follow 25-NA…
  • PIT6541 Aug 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates to the technicians a diagnostic tip if a technician loses communication with the image processor #2 and how to restore communication
  • PIC6551C Aug 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
  • PIT6535 Aug 10, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information advises stationary hood bumpers have been removed from production as of 6/1/26
  • PIT6512A Aug 3, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI states that if SDGM DTC P0604/P0607 is set and no other SDGM DTCs are present, clear DTCs and reset the SDGM. Advises of how to contact PQC to authorize SDGM replacement.
  • PIT6517C Jul 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI advise dealers If U3000 is present, follow the correct service doc by Symptom Byte before contacting PQC; if not present, verify the camera is clean, then contact PQC if no issue is found.
  • PIP6127 Jul 31, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This document assists GM dealer technicians with diagnosing torque converter concerns to ensure torque converter replacement is necessary. The torque converter part number will be placed on order restriction, and the technician will be asked to follow 25-NA…
  • PIT6110K Jul 28, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the SES MIL and DTC P062B and engineering is currently investigating.
  • N262568830 Aug 4, 2026 · Service Campaign
    Certain vehicles listed above may have a condition in which the oil filter was not adequately tightened. Dealers are to check and tighten the oil filter if found to be loose.
  • 662.21 Jul 15, 2026 · Over The Air
    This update contains a required software change to help improve the overall software update and diagnostics process. Be sure to install this update to be able to receive future software updates. During the update process, your radio may stay on up to 5 mi…
  • 663.30 Jul 31, 2026 · Over The Air
    • Improvements to start reliability and reduced check engine light activation • Improvements to turbo system diagnostics • Improvements to active cabin ventilation • Additional protection for the health of your battery • Updates to help prevent excessive ba…
  • PIP6060A Jul 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI communicates diagnostic information to assist Technicians with a possible transmission shudder
  • PIT5099J Jul 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    PI to help diagnose A/C concern
  • PIT5509N Jul 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
  • N25-252332 Jul 9, 2026 · Over The Air
    • Fixes to help prevent loss of functionality for connectivity features such as OnStar, Wi-Fi, Navigation, and Super Cruise.
  • PIT6517B Jul 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI advise dealers If U3000 is present, follow the correct service doc by Symptom Byte before contacting PQC; if not present, verify the camera is clean, then contact PQC if no issue is found.
  • N262546590-01 Jul 15, 2026 · Service Campaign
    Certain vehicles listed above, may have a condition where coolant leaks from the radiator hose quick connect at the radiator inlet. This special coverage covers the condition described above for a period of 5 years or 60,000 miles (100,000 km), whichever o…
  • PIT5966F Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message.
  • PIT6523 Jun 10, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI provides diagnostic steps for dealer technicians to verify the condition and ensure that part replacement is necessary
  • PIT6527 Jun 10, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI describes a condition where U0288 will falsely set. Engineering is aware of the issue and working on the resolution.
  • PIT6521 Jun 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI advises dealers that if DTC P0606 and/or P0607 are set in the K160 EBCM, additional diagnostic aids should be followed to ensure the module requires replacement
  • PIT6522 Jun 10, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI advises dealers that if the K160 Brake System Control Module sets DTC P0606 along with P0562 and/or P25A2, additional diagnostic aids should be followed before replacing parts. The PI provides guidance to inspect for low voltage conditions, wiring, …
  • N262556930-01 Jun 17, 2026 · Service Campaign
    Certain vehicles may have a condition in which the transfer case drive chain sprocket is cracked. Dealers are to replace the transfer case.
  • PIT6517A Jun 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI advise dealers If U3000 is present, follow the correct service doc by Symptom Byte before contacting PQC; if not present, verify the camera is clean, then contact PQC if no issue is found.
  • PIT6503A Jun 3, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front View Camera Module (ACP2) on part restriction due to elevated replacement rates and ongoing engineering investigation. Technicians must not replace the front camera mod…
  • N262556930 Jun 2, 2026 · Service Campaign
    Certain vehicles may have a condition in which the transfer case drive chain sprocket is cracked. Dealers are to replace the transfer case.
  • PIT6519 May 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that the voice command will be inoperative when trying to open applications. Engineering is investigating and this PI will be converted to a bulletin when a repair is available.
  • PIT6517 May 28, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI advise dealers If U3000 is present, follow the correct service doc by Symptom Byte before contacting PQC; if not present, verify the camera is clean, then contact PQC if no issue is found.
  • PIP6115 May 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The document advise technicians after an engine repair involving removal of the camshaft actuators, the vehicle may set p1101 P0172 and or stalls when taken off idle. The technician is instructed to verify the intake and exhaust camshaft actuators are insta…
  • PIT6215C May 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates to dealership technicians that if they encounter a customer vehicle with this concern, to perform the steps listed and should be able to reprogram the module and correct this.
  • PIC6540J May 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.
  • PIT6393L May 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information is to inform customers to follow diagnostics if resetting, disconnecting the module did not correct it.
  • PIT5509M May 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
  • PIP6101B May 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The document makes technicians aware of a valvetrain tick noise that is created by one or more soft hydraulic valve lash adjusters. The soft lash adjuster concern is due to debris from the valve rocker arm, entering into the lash adjuster. The document inst…
  • PIC6540H May 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.
  • PIC6423A May 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue
  • PIC6551B May 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues
  • PIC6629E May 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI is to instruct dealer on diagnostic procedures that need to be completed prior to replacing a radio or IPC display
  • PIC6566C May 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates to dealership technicians to perform the reset for the 2 modules noted above.
  • PIT6436D May 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information is to inform dealer technicians to not replace anything at this time in regards to this concern. The vehicle is still safe to drive with no other issues.
  • PIC6540G Apr 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.
  • PIC6540G Apr 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.
  • PIT6393K Apr 28, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information is to inform customers to follow diagnostics if resetting, disconnecting the module did not correct it.
  • PIT6510 Apr 25, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI describes the repairs to perform if P0446 set and water and/or ice is found on the fuel pump module.
  • PIC6629D Apr 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This PI is to instruct dealer on diagnostic procedures that need to be completed prior to replacing a radio or IPC display
  • PIT6503 Apr 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front View Camera Module (ACP2) on part restriction due to elevated replacement rates and ongoing engineering investigation. Technicians must not replace the front camera mod…
  • PIT3271Q Apr 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
  • 661.10 Mar 17, 2026 · Over The Air
    • Fixes to help ensure proper functionality for heating and cooling features. • Improvements to night mode lights for shifting gears. • Fixes for Daytime Running Lamps turning on when set to Off. • Fixes to help prevent erroneous missing key messages on dri…
  • PIT6413A Mar 17, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information is for technicians that will have this message after USB updating the radio. The repair should not involve replacing a module as pressing the reset button will correct this issue.
  • PIP6104 Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
  • PIP4902V Mar 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
  • PIT6494A Mar 10, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information describes steps taken to inspect for coolant leak if P3075 is present.
  • PIT6393J Mar 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information is to inform customers to follow diagnostics if resetting, disconnecting the module did not correct it.
  • PIT6494 Mar 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary Information describes steps taken to inspect for coolant leak if P3075 is present.
  • PIT6425D Mar 2, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC'ss
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.