2023 Chevrolet Colorado Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado.

20222024
Complaints
189
per 10K Sold
26.6
US Sales
71,082
Crashes
5
Fires
0
Injuries
14
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2023 Chevrolet Colorado Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#135 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:13,275 mi
Crash-related:1
#234 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking

Avg mileage:6,100 mi
Crash-related:2
#321 complaints

Brakes

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado.

Electrical Faults
35
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
13,275
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
34
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
6,100
Brakes
21
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
26,450
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
3,000
Headlight/Taillight Failures
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
600
Steering Defects
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward-Collision Avoidance Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2023 Chevrolet Colorado

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~55,923 vehicles.

24V703000Seat Belts:critical Fasteners
~151 affected

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chevrolet Colorado and 2023 GMC Canyon vehicles. The left or right front seat may have a seat belt buckle attachment bolt that was not tightened properly.

24V237000Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
~17 affected

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front wheel hub bolts may have been over-tightened and damaged during installation.

24V133000Electrical System:adas:driver Monitoring:camera/sensor · Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
~55,755 affected

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front camera module (FCM) system may falsely detect an obstacle, causing the automatic emergency braking (AEB) to engage unexpectedly.

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2023 Chevrolet Colorado — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2023 Chevrolet Colorado has 189 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 35 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (35 complaints, avg 13,275 mi); Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking (34 complaints, avg 6,100 mi); Brakes (21 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 10,918 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado?
NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado include 5 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 14 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 55,923 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2023 Chevrolet Colorado?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Colorado reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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