2019 Chevrolet Colorado
Common Problems
Ranked from 57 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
13 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Transmission shuddering during acceleration and deceleration
27complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission shudders when accelerating or decelerating, causing the vehicle to shake.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Transmission shifting issues, including harsh shifting and delayed downshift
9complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission experiences harsh shifting, especially in cold conditions, and delayed downshifts causing the vehicle to lurch forward.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Power Steering Module Failure
8complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe power steering module stops working, causing the steering wheel to lock up and become extremely difficult to turn.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Ignition Key Stuck in Ignition Switch
7complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe ignition key gets stuck in the ignition switch, preventing the vehicle from being turned off and potentially causing the vehicle to remain energized.
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Brake Assist Failure
6complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe brake assist system fails, resulting in a sudden loss of braking assistance and potential loss of control of the vehicle.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Back Over Prevention System Failure
4complaintsMedium severityOtherThe rear-view camera and back-over prevention system fail, leading to potential safety risks when reversing or backing up.
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Engine Power Reduction and Warning Messages
4complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine power is reduced, accompanied by warning messages such as 'Service Stabilitrac' and 'Engine Power Reduced', indicating a malfunction in the engine management system.
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Steering Wheel Lock-Up
4complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe steering wheel locks up, making it impossible to turn the vehicle, often requiring a tow to the dealership for repair.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Transmission shuttering and vibration at highway speeds
4complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission causes the vehicle to shutter and vibrate at highway speeds, making the ride uncomfortable.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Transmission Slipping and Hard Shifting
3complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission slips and experiences hard shifting, particularly between 30-50 mph, causing deterioration in driving conditions.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Engine issues, including engine stall and fuel gauge malfunction
2complaintsLow severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle and the fuel gauge malfunctions, showing full then suddenly empty while driving.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
High Pressure Fuel Pump Failure
2complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe high pressure fuel pump detaches from the engine, causing the vehicle to lose power and leak gasoline, increasing the risk of fire.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Infotainment System Malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe infotainment system intermittently resets itself while driving, causing loss of navigation and connectivity to Apple CarPlay.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.