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2022 Chevrolet ColoradoRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 56 owner complaints for the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado. Most complaints involve electrical system (20) and steering (12). The EPA rates it 17–23 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

Combined MPG
17–23mpg
EPA · 8 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
1campaigns
Latest May 2022
Owner complaints
56
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,900est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

1 NHTSA campaign · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Seats: critical fasteners

Free remedy

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado vehicles equipped with a manual passenger seat. The front passenger seat may have a hook attachment that was not properly welded, allowing it to separate from the inboard track of the seat frame.

SeatsReported May 26, 2022NHTSA 22V375000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 2, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

56 complaints filed with NHTSA · Apr 2022 – Sep 2026
  1. Electrical system20
  2. Steering12
  3. Service brakes9
  4. Engine6
  5. Structure3
  6. Power train3
  7. Forward collision avoidance2
  8. Back over prevention1
  9. Seats1

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 model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2004361
2005356
2006236
2007140
200881
200967
201029
201142
201242
2015498
2016716
2017216
2018183
2019150
202088
202180
202256
2023138
2024126
202528
202620
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 2, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

20 reports1 crash
“The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Colorado. The stated that after shifting to park(P), the contact was unable to immediately remove the key from the ignition switch. After several attempts, the contact was able to turn the ignition switch to the off position and remove the key. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the shifter assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was 54,000.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 11, 2026Electrical systemODI 11763603

Steering

12 reports
“Loss of power steering, Truck repaired by GM dealer, he stated it was the same failure mode described in Recall notice N2023254 10. The repair even though the same as the previous failures was not covered by GM because my VIN was not in GMs recall notice. Looking at this website there a number of reports of power steering failures for later model Colorado and Canyons that were not covered by the recall. Either GMs fix was not effective, or they did not select the right VIN population. So the Power steering failure repair on my truck even though it is the same failure mode as the previous recall was not covered by GM.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jul 30, 2026Steering, Electrical systemODI 11753756

Service brakes

9 reports
“I was driving along the highway exit ramp when I went to brake; the brake pedal was stiff, and the vehicle wouldn't stop. I had to put my full body weight into it, and that’s when the car came to an abrupt halt. I nearly crashed into the car in front of me. I took it to the Bomnin Chevrolet dealership, and the service advisor informed me that the vehicle had logged a fault code or something similar. The vehicle is currently at the dealership. Prior to the incident, there were no on-screen indicators, warnings, or warning lights. It was only after the brake failure that a message appeared on the screen—along with the wrench symbol—reading "Brake Assist Service."”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 26, 2026Service brakesODI 11767084
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 2, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

8 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Pickup Trucks 2WD, Small Pickup Trucks 4WD
Engines
2.8L 4-cyl turbo diesel · 2.5L 4-cyl · 3.6L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic 6-spd · Automatic 8-spd
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive · 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Diesel · 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 2, 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 2WD
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.8 L, Diesel, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
203023$4,100435
Colorado 2WD
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
192522$2,900413
Colorado 4WD
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.8 L, Diesel, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
192822$4,300455
Colorado 2WD
Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive
182521$3,050424
Colorado 4WD
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L · 4-Wheel Drive
192421$3,050431
Colorado 4WD
Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · 4-Wheel Drive
172419$3,400465
Colorado ZR2 4WD
Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.8 L, Diesel, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
182219$4,950525
Colorado ZR2 4WD
Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · 4-Wheel Drive
161817$3,800529
  • Colorado 2WD
    Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.8 L, Diesel, Turbo
    20 city · 30 hwy · $4,100/yr
    23
    mpg comb.
  • Colorado 2WD
    Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L
    19 city · 25 hwy · $2,900/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Colorado 4WD
    Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.8 L, Diesel, Turbo
    19 city · 28 hwy · $4,300/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Colorado 2WD
    Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    18 city · 25 hwy · $3,050/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Colorado 4WD
    Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L
    19 city · 24 hwy · $3,050/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Colorado 4WD
    Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    17 city · 24 hwy · $3,400/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • Colorado ZR2 4WD
    Auto 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.8 L, Diesel, Turbo
    18 city · 22 hwy · $4,950/yr
    19
    mpg comb.
  • Colorado ZR2 4WD
    Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L
    16 city · 18 hwy · $3,800/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 2, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

4 tested variants
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5
Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
3 of 5
Rollover risk
21.2%
Overall
4 / 5
Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC 4WD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
3 of 5
Rollover risk
21.4%
Overall
4 / 5
Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 2WD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
3 of 5
Rollover risk
21.9%
Overall
4 / 5
Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC 2WD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
3 of 5
Rollover risk
22.0%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 2, 2026Vehicle 16028Vehicle 16026Vehicle 16018
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

2022 Colorado questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado have?

1 safety recall as of Nov 2, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2022 Chevrolet Colorado problems?

Owners filed 56 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (20), steering (12), service brakes (9). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado get?

The EPA rates the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado at 17–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (8 versions rated).

How safe is the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 2, 2026