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2023 Chevrolet Colorado: problems, recalls and reliability

3 recalls and 136 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is forward collision avoidance (23% of complaints); the 2021 and 2022 model years look more trouble-free.

Data updated weekly · 6 new complaints in the last 90 days · latest recall Sep 2024

3
recalls
136
owner complaints
0
fire reports
31,200
typical failure mileage, mi

All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.

NHTSA crash testOverall ★★★★★Front ★★★★★Side ★★★★★Rollover ★★★★★
4-star NHTSA overall safety ratingNo fire reportsOne of the most complained-about Colorado years (#3 of 18, age-adjusted)Weak spot: forward collision avoidance (23%)Problems reported early (median 31,200 mi)

Common problems

Computed from 136 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

Forward Collision Avoidance (automatic emergency braking, sensors)23% · 45 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)21% · 41 complaints
Service Brakes (brakes)12% · 23 complaints
Engine (engine mechanics)11% · 21 complaints
Lane Departure (lane keeping assist)9% · 17 complaints
Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)5% · 9 complaints
“After shifting to drive the vehicle had no brakes. A week or so earlier the check engine light came on. Messages on the screen said brake system failure along with other messages. Took to dealership, an update was installed. Last Wednesday engine light reappeared with the same messages but didn't have time to return it to the dealership so parked it until today. Today was the brake failure. Returned to dealership, they replaced the battery and said the brake issue is fixed. I'm not convinced this fixed the issue and believe this could get someone seriously injured or killed.”Owner report · Electrical System · Sep 2026
“My truck is in the shop for Engine Wiring Harness Chafe. they are making me pay 1200 dollars for an issue that is known by chevy. I feel like I should not have to pay”Owner report · Engine · Sep 2026
“Exterior headlamp surface coating/finish is delaminating/peeling from the OEM headlamp assembly. Dull headlamps pose safety risk as visibility is dimished. GM does not want to warranty defect, no reason given.”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Sep 2026
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“The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was smoke coming from the front tires, and the tires were extremely hot. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact became aware of the burning tire odor coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic after a tire rotation. The contact was informed that the calipers and brakes had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was scheduled for the necessary repairs. The mechanic contacted the dealer about the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,400.”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Aug 2026
“My truck has used automatic emergency braking multiple times while driving at variable speeds with no obstacles or vehicles in front of me causing whiplash and further damage to my neck that has 5 budging discs. Since I’m only allowed to add a specific mileage and speed below, I’ll note here that it’s happened since I purchased the truck with roughly 35000 miles on it to the current mileage of 44000 and between speeds of 30mph-75mph.”Owner report · Electrical System,Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance · May 2026
“Engine light came on. Fan ran high. Had it towed to the dealership. Has 39,000 miles on it. Needs a new upper radiator hose due to a defective hose. Apparently, after reading online, GM is aware of this issue. Now we have to pay the diagnostic fee and $850 for a new hose and a flush, as well as the tow bill! Now can’t get the part for a week or 8 days and then have to wait on the repair. This is unsatisfactory that there is a known problem and isn’t covered or hasn’t been a recall.”Owner report · Engine · May 2026
“Faulty Radiator Inlet Hose, upper radiator hose failure, outlined in PIT6494A. This is the third time that the light on the dashboard has come on for failure, the first time they "Fixed it" the second time they said it was the Battery, it was NOT!! This time they are saying what it really is, The Radiator Hose FAILURE, since the vehicle is only 3 years old but over the 36k mile WARRANTY, they will NOT fix! failure on their part.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other,Engine · Apr 2026
“The automated emergency breaking system has been triggered unintentionally twice traveling at speeds of 50 miles per hour. There was no vehicle or object that entered our path. We were traveling behind cars at least three car lengths behind that remained at the same speed. Had there been vehicles behind us, we would have been rear ended at high speeds as the truck came to almost a complete stop on its own immediately.”Owner report · Forward Collision Avoidance · Apr 2026
“Blind spot monitoring system consistently malfunctions, illuminating the driver mirror warning light when no other vehicles are present. It occurs more frequently after dark, which flickers the bright light continuously, or leaves it on constantly, creating a significant distraction and mistrust of the systems reliability. Dealer had no recommendation for fix.”Owner report · Electrical System,Lane Departure · Apr 2026
“Smell gas the night before. Today, March-20-2026, after driving car for few miles, it came to a complete stop on high way I-95. Large amount of fuel was leaking from fuel hose attached to fuel tank. Vehicle was unsafe to drive.Vehicle was towed to car shop. Damaged part will be determined after fuel tank removal. Vehicle is at Franco Auto Repair in Dania Beach, Florida”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Mar 2026

When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 6 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.

Recalls - 3 campaigns

Critical fasteners (seat belts)24V703000 · Sep 2024

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.

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.

Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (wheels)24V237000 · Mar 2024

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.

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.

Camera/sensor (electrical system)24V133000 · Feb 2024

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.

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.

How other years compare

Counts are not adjusted for time on the road here - see all Colorado years ranked fairly for the age-adjusted comparison.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?

NHTSA has 136 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado. The most complained-about area is forward collision avoidance (23% of complaints).

At what mileage do 2023 Chevrolet Colorado problems usually appear?

Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 31,200 miles or less.

Does the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado have open recalls?

3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning seat belts. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.