2026 Chevrolet Colorado recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado and 18 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are steering (4), electrical system (4), engine (3). It earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 19–21 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
The 2026 has the fewest owner complaints of any Colorado model year from 2012 to 2026. It has 1 recall vs. an average of 1.9 per model year.
Recalls 1
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Equipment · other · owners/service/other manual
Problem: General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”
Risk: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
Vehicle: 2026 Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss, 4WD Crew Cab. Delivered new 3/29/26. Beginning in May 2026, the vehicle developed a steering column defect: play in the steering wheel, a catch or jerking sensation while driving and turning (particularly at low speeds and on rougher residential/city roads), a structural popping noise, and an accompanying dashboard rattle. Dealershi…
The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH and approaching a traffic light, the contact heard a loud popping sound, and the sunroof suddenly shattered. The sunshade was closed at the time of the failure. The contact stated that glass started blowing from the sunroof. The sunroof glass was shattered in a mushroom-shaped…
The vehicle developed a rapid and moderate shudder followed by "Check Engine", "Service Traction Control", "Service ESC" messages and associated icons on the driver display. The shudder happened a second time within approximately 30 seconds and the engine lost power followed by "Reduced Power Warning" message. I engaged the emergency flashers and limped to the nearest side ro…
Safety ratings
2026 CHEVROLET COLORADO PU/CC N/A 4WD
2026 CHEVROLET COLORADO PU/CC N/A RWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado.
Colorado 2WD
Auto 8-spd · 4 cyl · 2.7 L · Turbo
Regular
Colorado 4WD
Auto 8-spd · 4 cyl · 2.7 L · Turbo
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado, most recently for equipment · other · owners/service/other manual (02/26/2026). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado?
Based on 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are steering (4), electrical system (4), engine (3).
Is the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado safe?
The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado earned a 4-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings.
Is the 2026 a good year for the Chevrolet Colorado?
The 2026 has the fewest owner complaints of any Colorado model year from 2012 to 2026. It has 1 recall vs. an average of 1.9 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado get?
EPA ratings for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado range from 19 to 21 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: COLORADO, Colorado.