MULTI-YEAR DEFECT AUDIT (2014–2025)12 Model Years Audited
Chevrolet Colorado Common Problems & Year-by-Year Reliability Guide
Comprehensive historical defect intelligence across 2,198 total NHTSA owner complaints and 22 federal recall campaigns for the Chevrolet Colorado.
Best Colorado Years to Buy (Highest Reliability)
Years with Highest Defect Reports (Inspect Closely)
Year-over-Year Matrix
All Colorado Model Years (2014–2025)
| Model Year | Reliability Index | NHTSA Complaints | Recalls | Safety Severity | Detailed Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Colorado | 7.8 / 10 | 27(3.2/10k) | 1 | Elevated Risk | Audit 2025 |
| 2024 Colorado | 5.9 / 10 | 114(13.4/10k) | 3 | Critical Risk | Audit 2024 |
| 2023 Colorado | 6 / 10 | 130(15.3/10k) | 3 | Elevated Risk | Audit 2023 |
| 2022 Colorado | 7.9 / 10 | 51(6/10k) | 1 | Elevated Risk | Audit 2022 |
| 2021 Colorado | 7 / 10 | 71(8.4/10k) | 1 | Critical Risk | Audit 2021 |
| 2020 Colorado | 8 / 10 | 81(9.5/10k) | 0 | Critical Risk | Audit 2020 |
| 2019 Colorado | 6.6 / 10 | 146(17.2/10k) | 0 | Critical Risk | Audit 2019 |
| 2018 Colorado | 6.5 / 10 | 181(21.3/10k) | 1 | Critical Risk | Audit 2018 |
| 2017 Colorado | 6.2 / 10 | 215(25.3/10k) | 1 | Critical Risk | Audit 2017 |
| 2016 Colorado | 3.7 / 10 | 695(81.8/10k) | 4 | Critical Risk | Audit 2016 |
| 2015 Colorado | 3.5 / 10 | 486(57.2/10k) | 7 | Critical Risk | Audit 2015 |
| 2014 Colorado | 9.5 / 10 | 1(0.1/10k) | 0 | Low Risk | Audit 2014 |