repaired · 2026 Q3
Seat belts: critical fasteners
Risk. A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
2023 Chevrolet ColoradoProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 142 owner complaints about the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado, most often about the forward collision avoidance. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-237 the manufacturer reports only 88% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 8, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado has problems
142 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
46Forward collision avoidance6 crash/fire/injury
45Electrical system4 crash/fire/injury
28Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
22Engine
17Lane departure
9Exterior lighting
9Power train
7Steering
6Fuel/propulsion system
146 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 46 | 6 |
| Electrical system | 45 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 28 | 1 |
| Engine | 22 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 17 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 9 | 0 |
| Power train | 9 | 0 |
| Steering | 7 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 0 |
| 6 other systems | 14 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2023 Chevrolet Colorado recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Risk. Damaged bolts may loosen or break, which can result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Driver monitoring: camera/sensor
Risk. Unexpected automatic emergency braking can cause the vehicle to abruptly stop or slow down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chevrolet.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other Colorado year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Colorado median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2023 Chevrolet Colorado safety ratings
2023 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 3 stars (0.0% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
- Lane departure warning: Standard
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado, and the recalls they led to.
- Electronic Brake Module Component FailureOpen
In owners' words
What Colorado owners report
Recent forward collision avoidance complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the Forward Collision Avoidance system activated, and the brakes inadvertently engaged. The Forward Collision Avoidance warning light illuminated, with an audible chime and an…
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…
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