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2024 Chevrolet ColoradoRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls and 126 owner complaints for the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado. Most complaints involve electrical system (37) and service brakes (29). The EPA rates it 17–22 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

Combined MPG
17–22mpg
EPA · 6 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
3campaigns
Latest Sep 2024
Owner complaints
126
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,900est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

3 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Seat belts: critical fasteners

Free remedy

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.

Seat beltsReported Sep 19, 2024NHTSA 24V703000

Fuel system

Free remedy

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The lock ring that secures the fuel pump to the fuel tank assembly may not have been fully locked during assembly, which can result in a fuel leak during a crash.

Fuel system, gasolineReported Jun 28, 2024NHTSA 24V491000

Tires

Free remedy

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles. Incorrect tires may have been installed that do not match the tire label, and the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) may provide inaccurate information for the installed tires. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 110, "Tire Selection and Rims" and 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

TiresReported May 23, 2024NHTSA 24V366000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

126 complaints filed with NHTSA · Mar 2024 – Oct 2026
  1. Electrical system37
  2. Service brakes29
  3. Forward collision avoidance22
  4. Engine21
  5. Power train13
  6. Exterior lighting11
  7. Structure7
  8. Steering6
  9. Lane departure5

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
6
Fires reported
1
Injuries reported
5
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

37 reports1 crash1 fire
“In July 2026, I received a message on my truck's dashboard to "Service Latch System". Neither of my passenger doors would lock. I brought it into the Hendrick Chevrolet Service center, and they told me the actuators on both passenger side doors failed. Even though the truck is only 2 years old, they said I was past the mileage on the 3-year warranty and I would need to pay out of pocket for replacing the actuators. They replaced them. Then this week, week of September 21, 2026, the driver side door locks stopped working. They are now telling me the actuators on that side have now failed and I need to pay out of pocket for it again. I am concerned there is an underlying defect in the vehicle not being addressed.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 25, 2026Electrical system, StructureODI 11766855

Service brakes

29 reports2 crashes
“While reversing out f a parking spot, the brake pedal locked up and wouldn't move and I kept rolling. I let off and pushed the pedal again and they worked. Started my truck the next morning and "brake system failure" appeared on the dash.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 24, 2026Service brakesODI 11773393

Forward collision avoidance

22 reports3 crashes
“Mid December 2025 my forward collision warning, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking and auto high beams all stopped working. I combined the repair request with my next oil change Dec 22, 2025. The Chevy dealer, Serra, advised me that Chevrolet had no way to correct these problems, one of which was a $950 option. I have returned to the dealer more times, still no fix. I have talked to Chevrolet customer service, asked for a buy back, or car to drive till repairs and was denied. Chevrolet simply says just wait till we figure out how to fix our broken truck. I feel Serra Chevrolet has done all they can and has otherwise provided me with excellent service. Since the problems include safety features and I have waited over 4 months to date, I hope your agency can expedite the repair and secure some type of compensation for me.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Mar 31, 2026Forward collision avoidanceODI 11728217
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 3, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

6 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Pickup Trucks 2WD, Small Pickup Trucks 4WD
Engines
2.7L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic 8-spd
Drive
Rear-Wheel 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 3, 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 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo, SIDI; Late Model Year · Rear-Wheel Drive
202422$2,900412
Colorado 2WD
Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo, SIDI · Rear-Wheel Drive
192421$3,050420
Colorado 4WD
Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo, SIDI; Late Model Year · 4-Wheel Drive
182220$3,200447
Colorado 4WD
Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo, SIDI · 4-Wheel Drive
182320$3,200446
Colorado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD
Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
172018$3,550494
Colorado ZR2 4WD
Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive
171717$3,800527
  • Colorado 2WD
    Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo, SIDI; Late Model Year
    20 city · 24 hwy · $2,900/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Colorado 2WD
    Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo, SIDI
    19 city · 24 hwy · $3,050/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Colorado 4WD
    Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo, SIDI; Late Model Year
    18 city · 22 hwy · $3,200/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
  • Colorado 4WD
    Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo, SIDI
    18 city · 23 hwy · $3,200/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
  • Colorado Mud Terrain Tires 4WD
    Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo
    17 city · 20 hwy · $3,550/yr
    18
    mpg comb.
  • Colorado ZR2 4WD
    Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo
    17 city · 17 hwy · $3,800/yr
    17
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 3, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 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
0.0%
Overall
4 / 5
Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC RWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
3 of 5
Rollover risk
0.0%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 3, 2026Vehicle 19049Vehicle 19048
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

2024 Colorado questions

How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado have?

3 safety recalls as of Nov 3, 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 2024 Chevrolet Colorado problems?

Owners filed 126 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (37), service brakes (29), forward collision avoidance (22). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado get?

The EPA rates the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado at 17–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).

How safe is the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 3, 2026