2015 Chevrolet Colorado Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 34about this part
- Share
- 7%of 496 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 18,500miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 34 complaints about the engine of the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado, 7% of the 496 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 18,500 miles. 3 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My truck is acting crazy with multiple warnings in dash display, first one is stability track warning, steering warnings and the speed, temperature and revolution gauges start going up and down while the warnings are in the display. Also the have tw warning that I don't know what means.”
NHTSA complaint #11246122, filed 2019-08, 48,000 miles“Hesitates during acceleration. I have reviewed numerous complaints online with similar complaints. When accelerating from a stopped position the engine hesitates around 2000 RPM. It hesitates to a point where it is a safety issue. How many complaints have to be received before nhsta acts? It has been like this since I have owned it. Took it to the dealer - initially they said there was a computer patch. Still hesitating.”
NHTSA complaint #11109531, filed 2018-07, 100,000 miles“I was on the interstate going about 75mph when a car ahead of me was going slower so I tried to press my brakes to slow down when I applied the brakes my brake pedal would not move causing me to have to use my emergency brake to slow down. …”
NHTSA complaint #11361944, filed 2020-09, 112,000 miles“Purchased 2015 Colorado july 2015.we had it in for oil changes & a few times regarding hesitation of acceleration. Service techs did not type complaint when in for oil change only when brought in specifically for acceleration issue. They stated it was our fault we did not read the work order.it is not my job to read a work order it's the service techs job to enter every complaint or issue addressed by the customer. …”
NHTSA complaint #11053966, filed 2017-12, 10 miles“Turn turns off - truck idles low and feels like it is going to stall when in traffic on the freeway and at a red lights.- I was sitting at a red light and when it turned green and I pushed the gas peddle it did not move. It had turned off. I put it in park and was able to restart it but at least 2 times a day I have to put it in park and push the gas while waiting at a red light so it doesn't turn off.”
NHTSA complaint #10839900, filed 2016-03, 32,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11026017Jun 5, 2025This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
- 11024485May 15, 2025The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 11020254May 7, 2025This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in…
- 11017263Mar 25, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11016942Mar 4, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 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.
- 11014233Jan 30, 2025This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11011900Nov 22, 2024This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This 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.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 17% |
| 2025 | 3 | 11% |
| 2024 | 21 | 17% |
| 2023 | 21 | 15% |
| 2022 | 6 | 11% |
| 2021 | 19 | 24% |
| 2020 | 20 | 23% |
| 2019 | 20 | 13% |
| 2018 | 24 | 13% |
| 2017 | 26 | 12% |
| 2016 | 48 | 7% |
| 2015 | 34 | 7% |
| 2012 | 8 | 19% |
| 2011 | 3 | 7% |
| 2010 | 5 | 17% |
| 2009 | 10 | 15% |
| 2008 | 8 | 10% |
| 2007 | 18 | 13% |
| 2006 | 19 | 8% |
| 2005 | 7 | 2% |
| 2004 | 7 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado
363 complaintsElectronic stability control
56 complaintsElectrical system
54 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
45 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 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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