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2025 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 BisonRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints for the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison. Most complaints involve service brakes (1) and lane departure (1). The EPA rates it 16 mpg combined.

Combined MPG
16mpg
EPA · 1 version
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
3
Top: service brakes
Fuel cost / yr
$3,900est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

3 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jun 2026 – Oct 2026
  1. Service brakes1
  2. Lane departure1
  3. Service brakes, hydraulic1
  4. Power train1
  5. Electrical system1
  6. Other / unknown1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Colorado ZR2 Bison model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
202416
20253
202622
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Service brakes

1 report
“I am reporting two brake-system failures involving my 2025 Chevrolet Colorado. Both involved brake-fluid leakage from the left-rear brake caliper, including a recurrence after that caliper had already been replaced under warranty. On May 27, 2026, after the truck had just been driven home, we loaded it for a camping trip with our granddaughter. When we started the vehicle to leave, multiple warning lights appeared and the truck had very little braking capability. The Chevrolet dealer documented DTC C05B0 and found that the driver's-side rear brake caliper had separated and was leaking brake fluid from the actuator side. The dealer replaced the left-rear caliper (GM part #13537065), added brake fluid, bled the system, and road-tested the vehicle. On October 19, 2026, approximately five months later, the truck displayed a "Service Parking Brake" warning. The dealer documented DTCs C060B and C2A21 and found brake fluid leaking through the left-rear caliper into the parking-brake actuator. The dealer again replaced the left-rear caliper with the same GM part #13537065 and also replaced the affected parking-brake actuator (GM part #13513581). I am concerned because…”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 28, 2026Service brakesODI 11774141

Lane departure

1 report
“Erratic operation. Indicator in side mirrors flickering with no object present. Dealer installed a new left side blind spot monitor which was tested and found to be defective, Have been waiting more than a week to have another one delivered.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 5, 2026Unknown or other, Lane departureODI 11754936

Service brakes, hydraulic

1 report1 crash
“The contact's husband owns a 2025 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that after exiting a car wash tunnel and parking the vehicle on the side of the car wash building, the vehicle continued to roll forward at a high speed without warning. The contact used both feet and excessive force on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle; however, the vehicle continued to roll forward. The vehicle ran over the parking pillar and crashed into a brick column attached to the building. The vehicle continued to roll forward after the crash and eventually stopped once it rolled over the car wash road indentation. The contact reversed out of the car wash indentation and called her husband for assistance. After her husband arrived at the scene; the vehicle was driven to the residence without any further issues. The vehicle remained at the residence and was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 111,817.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 22, 2026Service brakes, hydraulic, Power train, Electrical systemCrash reportedODI 11745625
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

1 version rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
Engines
2.7L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic 8-spd
Drive
4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Colorado ZR2 Bison 4WD
Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
161616$3,900564
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 20502
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2025 Colorado ZR2 Bison questions

How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.

What are the most common 2025 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison problems?

Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are service brakes (1), lane departure (1), service brakes, hydraulic (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison get?

The EPA rates the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison at 16 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (1 version rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026