The Lemon Index2022 Chevrolet Colorado.
The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 38 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 35, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 1 recall, and it gets 17 to 23 mpg combined. The best Chevrolet Colorado year is 2010.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 56 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Chevrolet Colorado year. 2022 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 5K to 39K miles on the car (10 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 1
- seats 2022
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.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2900–4950 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.8L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
i am unable to remove the key from the ignition. i have to start the vehicle numerous times all while shifting the gear shifter back and forth between drive and park. after several attempts the key will finally release.
2022 Chevrolet Colorado owner · NHTSA complaint 11691660
More owner reports
Having problems with the key not being released from the ignition I have to; > turn truck off /on several times > put the truck in neutral and back in park several times before the key is released
NHTSA complaint 11692962
The key will not come out after park and engine turn off. It getting harder and harder each time to get the key out.
NHTSA complaint 11696427
Quick answers
Is the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.9× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 35; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Chevrolet Colorado year by this measure is 2010.
What are the most common 2022 Chevrolet Colorado problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (32%), steering (29%) and transmission & drivetrain (5%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado have?
1 safety recall (latest: seats). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado get?
17 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 5% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado cost in fuel a year?
About $2900 to $4950 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado have?
2.5L 4-cyl, 2.8L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
What Chevrolet Colorado year is better than the 2022?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2010, 2020 and 2022.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works