2023 Chevrolet Colorado problems, complaints & recalls
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NHTSA has received 131 owner complaints about the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado, or 35.7 per year on the road — a typical number of complaints for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.85, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 92 model-year 2023 vehicles we track, it ranks #59 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Chevrolet models its rate is 22% lower; against other Midsize pickups it is 72% higher.
Counts are normalized by time on the road, not by sales volume: a popular model generates more reports than a rare one, and complaints are not verified individually. How we count
Complaints filed between 2023-06-05 and 2026-08-31. Median delay from incident to filing: 5 days.
131Complaints
35.7Complaints per year on the road
0.85Complaint index vs. all tracked vehicles
3Recalls
1.5%Share involving a crash or fire
34Last 12 months
Analysis
The previous model year (2022) drew 10.9 complaints per year, fewer than this one. The following model year (2024) drew 45.2 per year, more than this one. In its first two years on the road the 2023 model collected 68 complaints, 18% lower than the average vehicle of the same model year.
The most common problem area is Electrical (28.2% of complaints), followed by Driver-assist systems (22.9%) and Engine (15.3%). Electrical complaints are 1.8 times as common here as across all tracked vehicles. Within Electrical reports, owners most often mention “system forward”, “avoidance”, “updated”, “emergency braking” and “forward collision”. 2 reports (1.5%) describe a crash or fire; owners mention 6 injuries and 0 deaths.
Half of the reported incidents happened within 18 months of the model year's start; the busiest period was the first year (32% of incidents). In the last 12 months 34 new complaints were filed, versus 41 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for this model year. 28% of the complaints fall in component areas that a recall addresses. 1 NHTSA defect investigation covers this model year; the most recent is “Electronic Brake Module Component Failure” (opened 2026-08-21, still open).
Complaint index
vs. all tracked vehicles0.85
vs. other Chevrolet models0.78
vs. other 2023 models0.85
vs. other Midsize pickups1.72
Complaints in first 2 years on the road · vs. same-year average (68)0.82
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.
Electrical · 2026-05-21 · ODI 11739365
3 different issues 1. Automatic emergency braking: Was driving and truck slammed brakes twice at 55 mph to 15mph There was no cars or people anywhere around truck when it happened.
Electrical · 2024-08-14 · ODI 11608391
My 2023 Chevrolet Colorado (2.7L, approx. 49,000 miles) experiences sudden, intermittent loss of motive power involving the 8-speed automatic transmission.
Engine · 2026-06-14 · ODI 11744039
On May 15, 2026, my 2023 Chevrolet Colorado (2.7L L3B turbocharged engine, approximately 49,000 miles) lost its entire engine oil charge while in normal operation, and at NO point did the low-oil-pressure warning light illuminate to alert me.
Engine · 2026-06-14 · ODI 11744040
The blind spot indicator on my truck activates randomly without any vehicle present, and I reported this issue immediately after purchasing it.
Driver-assist systems · 2026-05-28 · ODI 11740714
Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, trimmed for length. The ODI number is NHTSA's record identifier.
Summary: 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.
Risk: A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the left and right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242453720.
Summary: 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.
Risk: Damaged bolts may loosen or break, which can result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232431480.
Summary: 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.
Risk: Unexpected automatic emergency braking can cause the vehicle to abruptly stop or slow down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the front camera module (FCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A232424660.
EA26006 · SERVICE BRAKES · Opened 2026-08-21 · Model years: 2023, 2024, 2025
On April 11, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE24011 after receiving complaints concerning a loss of brake assist in 2023 MY Cadillac Lyriq vehicles. These complaints allege a hard brake pedal, followed by a âBrake System Failureâ message at start up or while driving. GM shared records regarding several internal investigations for loss of brake ass…
Frequently asked questions
How many complaints were filed for the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado?
131 complaints were filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado, or about 35.7 per year on the road.
What is the most common problem reported for the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado?
The most common category is Electrical, accounting for 28.2% of complaints.
Does the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall(s) for this model year. 1 NHTSA defect investigation covers this model year; the most recent is “Electronic Brake Module Component Failure” (opened 2026-08-21, still open).
Is the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado still generating complaints?
In the last 12 months 34 new complaints were filed, versus 41 in the 12 months before — a steady pace.
How does the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado compare with similar vehicles?
NHTSA has received 131 owner complaints about the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado, or 35.7 per year on the road — a typical number of complaints for a vehicle of its age (complaint index 0.85, where 1.00 is the average of all tracked vehicles). Among the 92 model-year 2023 vehicles we track, it ranks #59 for fewest complaints per year. Against other Chevrolet models its rate is 22% lower; against other Midsize pickups it is 72% higher.