The Lemon IndexAll cars · Chevrolet Colorado · 2023
2023 Chevrolet Colorado. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 2
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Auto 8-spd | RWD | 20 / 25 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Auto 8-spd | 4WD | 19 / 23 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 2,400 and 21,800 miles. Median 6,800, from 14 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic emergency braking | 6,800 | 1,500–13,300 | 8 |
| Electrical | 15,000 | 5,600–23,500 | 5 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Automatic emergency braking | 43% |
| Electrical | 32% |
| Brakes | 18% |
| Engine | 15% |
| Lane assist | 12% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 137 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 3 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 3
24V703000 Sep 2024 Seat Belts / Critical Fasteners
Defect. 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.
Risk. A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy. Dealers will tighten the left and right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242453720.
24V237000 Mar 2024 Wheels / Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs
Defect. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front wheel hub bolts may have been over-tightened and damaged during installation.
Risk. Damaged bolts may loosen or break, which can result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232431480.
24V133000 Feb 2024 Electrical System / Adas / Driver Monitoring / Camera/Sensor
Defect. General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front camera module (FCM) system may falsely detect an obstacle, causing the automatic emergency braking (AEB) to engage unexpectedly.
Risk. Unexpected automatic emergency braking can cause the vehicle to abruptly stop or slow down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Dealers will update the front camera module (FCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A232424660.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Electronic brake module component failure | 2026 | – |
Manufacturer communications 648
Chevy filed 648 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
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Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC RWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Standard & Optional | Standard |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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