2015 Chevrolet Colorado Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 54about this part
- Share
- 11%of 498 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 54 complaints about the electrical system of the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado, 11% of the 498 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Electrical power failure while driving. Vehicle power shut off (2 seconds or so) as I was approaching stop light then came back on. This issue caused me to loose steering and reset all electrical memory systems in my truck. Concern is if this happens when going faster speeds could prove dangerous to family and others. Less that 30k miles on vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11144047, filed 2018-10, 27,000 miles“I lost power steering while driving straight down the road at 50 miles an hour. An audible alarm went off and a message popped up service power steering, drive with care then a second message popped up service stabilitrak. I pulled over to the side of the road and restarted my car and it went back to normal.”
NHTSA complaint #11330443, filed 2020-06, 98,000 miles“Same thing as my last complaint. I'm driving straight down the road at 40 miles an hour and lost power steering. Audible alarm went off and 2 messages popped up service power steering and service stabilitrak. Luckily I was on an empty road and stopped and restarted my car. It took 3 times for it to go away then as I'm starting to drive again it comes up again and I had to restart the car.”
NHTSA complaint #11330444, filed 2020-06, 98,000 miles“Key has been sticking in ignition, unable to remove. Ive kept the key in the ignition and the battery has needed jumped. Dealer tells me this is a very common problem on chevy colorados from 2015 and 2016 as I have now discovered on multiple chevy forums.”
NHTSA complaint #11399376, filed 2021-03, 45,000 miles“I have been having issues with my key getting stuck since I purchased my car in 2017. When repairs first started it was under warranty (bumper to bumper) and they replaced key ignition. The problem happened less afterwards but didnt stop, I stuck it out due to actually loving my truck other than the situation. Well this winter, 2018 as it got cold the problem got worse to the point my battery has died twice due to the key being stuck. …”
NHTSA complaint #11173411, filed 2019-01, 29,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11017595Apr 3, 2025This service bulletin provides information on the proper Reflective High Temperature Heat and/or Insulating Tape to use for certain repairs, such as Wiring Harness Repairs.
- 11017244Mar 31, 2025The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other…
- 11017207Mar 21, 2025This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414…
- 11017031Mar 12, 2025This service bulletin provides information to diagnose batteries that have set for a long period of time and/or cold weather climates and testing those batteries.
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11012929Jan 7, 2025This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 11011805Dec 6, 2024This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
- 11009170Oct 25, 2024This Preliminary information communicates additional information on how a LIN bus operates and diagnostic tips when working on a LIN bus.
- 11009156Oct 25, 2024This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 22% |
| 2025 | 7 | 25% |
| 2024 | 37 | 30% |
| 2023 | 44 | 32% |
| 2022 | 20 | 36% |
| 2021 | 11 | 14% |
| 2020 | 6 | 7% |
| 2019 | 24 | 16% |
| 2018 | 34 | 19% |
| 2017 | 41 | 19% |
| 2016 | 120 | 17% |
| 2015 | 54 | 11% |
| 2012 | 8 | 19% |
| 2011 | 14 | 33% |
| 2010 | 12 | 41% |
| 2009 | 36 | 54% |
| 2008 | 32 | 40% |
| 2007 | 45 | 32% |
| 2006 | 69 | 29% |
| 2005 | 69 | 19% |
| 2004 | 88 | 24% |
Other parts of the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado
365 complaintsElectronic stability control
56 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
45 complaintsEngine
34 complaintsOther or unknown
25 complaintsBrakes
18 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsSuspension
5 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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