2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
4/5
Safety Rating
234
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
60
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO
The 2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO has received a total of 234 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. 60 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Train (73 complaints), Unknown Or Other (34 complaints), and Electrical System (31 complaints).
Recalls for the 2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO, potentially affecting up to 895 vehicles.
Recall 18V358000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 895 vehicles affected
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Consequence: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006,...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO
234 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 73 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 34 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 31 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 21 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 17 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywindshield | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention Camera System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical Systeminstrument Panelspeedometerodometer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control Esc | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Warnings | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Luggage and shudders at cruise speed, seems like auto transmission is coming apart. Paid $500 for the trans flush the service bulletin suggests but didn’t help, shop quoted a $8000 replacement on a vehicle with 60k miles. This should be a recall
7.5 amp to fuel injectors has blown 2 times unknow reason causing loss of power 1st time on country road then 2nd time on a highway it's a common problem from the Chevy Colorado forums regarding the 2.8l lwn engine
Highlighting a materials defect with the rear crankshaft reluctor ring on the 2.8 LWN Duramax, installed in the Army Infantry Squad Vehicle and the 2015-2023 Chevrolet Colorado, from which it is based. When the ring delaminates, due to age, the vehicle engine shuts off and no start, rendered dead lined, as the ECU can no longer "see" the crank position. Requiring the transmission to be removed to rectify the issue. I was pulling a trailer up a hill on the freeway when my truck down shifted, in an effort to slow down for a bus that was merging unexpectedly and the truck died at speed. The increase in RPM initiated an unplanned, instant disassembly of the ring due to cracking on the material and increased centrifugal force, shutting off the engine without warning, at speed. Again, just dead stick to the shoulder, towing a trailer, on the freeway. That could have been bad... Had truck towed to GM dealer, for a month-long repair.
transmission is not shfting properly.Truck losses speed and shutters when trying to accelerate.Difficulty climbing hills.Especially dangerous when merging with traffic.Only 33,000 miles on my truck.GM should recall to address this much complained about issue.
All the sensors seem to not be functioning correctly. Doesn't tell me the right measurements for the wheels, gas, over heating. Right front passenger door locks/unlocks when it wants. It chokes up when trying to accelerate. Theres a rattling noise that comes from under the car. First time I took it to the dealership, they stated it was a bolt that had come loose on the exhaust pipe. They placed a new one which lasted a year and a half and now its back to making the noise. I took it again to the dealership, this time they claimed they couldn't find anything. My airbag sensor keeps coming on constantly. My fuel sensor claims 116 miles one moments and 5 or 6 minutes later, it says I have 50 miles. My car was over heating and low on Anti-freeze, the car never notified it was over heating.
Safety Rating for the 2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO
The 2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★☆☆ (3/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO
General Motors, LLC has issued 60 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PIT5512C — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician to inspect for aftermarket accessory lamps for a loss of remote functions.
PIT5396F — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that some vehicle may have a water leak into the cabin. Water staining may be seen in the headliner or water may be on the floor. Technician will inspect these areas for water intrusion roof ditch, rear glass, center high mounted...
PIT5600D — WHEELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have raised dents or ripple appearance in the side outer panel of the cargo box around the perimeter of the wheel house opening. Technician should first access the rear of the inner wheelhouse area through the tail lamp...
PIP5247A — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P06DE set in the Engine Control Module. P0651 may also be set in the ECM with the P06DE. Technician must follow published Service Information...
16NA325 — EQUIPMENT
This technical bulletin provides a procedure on how to properly identify if there is any aftermarket calibrations loaded on the ECM or and detection of a power up hardware installed.
19NA107 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of the extended cab rear door ajar indicator illuminated intermittently.
20NA052 — BACK OVER PREVENTION
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of ticking type noise heard from the driver and/or passenger side center pillar upper trim panel structure, on bumpy roads.
20NA052 — AIR BAGS
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of ticking type noise heard from the driver and/or passenger side center pillar upper trim panel structure, on bumpy roads.
20NA034 — EQUIPMENT
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace either the axle or the bearing depending if there is a lip on the axle after pulling it.
20NA031 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
This informational bulletin advises the tech to replace the engine drive belt if after replacing the injectors, one of the codes returns.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 CHEVROLET COLORADO
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CHEVROLET COLORADO
- 2013 CHEVROLET COLORADO — 2 complaints
- 2014 CHEVROLET COLORADO — 1 complaint
- 2015 CHEVROLET COLORADO — 622 complaints
- 2016 CHEVROLET COLORADO — 915 complaints
- 2017 CHEVROLET COLORADO — 279 complaints
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