2015 Chevrolet Colorado vs 2017 Chevrolet Colorado
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Chevrolet Colorado | 2017 Chevrolet Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 484 | 215 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,825 | 1,505 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–22 | 15–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 55,075 mi | 27,231 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Colorado | Chevrolet Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 352 | 19 |
| Power Train | 44 | 106 |
| Electrical System | 52 | 41 |
| Engine | 34 | 26 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 56 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 14 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 95 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 86 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 21 | 0 |
| Stalling | 16 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 50 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 19 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.