2015 Chevrolet Colorado Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 365about this part
- Share
- 73%of 498 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 365 complaints about the steering of the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado, 73% of the 498 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,000 miles. 8 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I bought the vehicle for my son. On september 13, the power steering failed on a turn on a city street, and he was unable to control the vehicle and hit a parked car on the opposite side of the street. The insurance company paid for a portion of our vehicle expense, but not the entire note which included taxes, license, fees, extended warranty and interest.”
NHTSA complaint #11394658, filed 2021-02, 140,000 miles“Been having power steering problems.. Its constantly going out while driving and when I turn off vehicle and turn back on its fine but days later its fine. Seen where this has been common with this model. I took to dealership and they said they wasnt no recalls on power steering and it was gonna take $1500. Im scared for my life and its their fault.”
NHTSA complaint #11319739, filed 2020-03, 51,000 miles“Power steering failed while driving on july 2, 2020. I was driving in traffic on city streets at the time. It was very challenging to pull into a parking lot to get to a safe place. I turned off the truck, waiting 2-3 minutes, restarted, and the problem was gone. I took it to a auto mechanic to get the codes read, the document is attached.”
NHTSA complaint #11337462, filed 2020-07, 41,100 miles“I was on my why home coming up to a red light. I was at a crawl when service stabilitrak came up on my screen. I lost all power steering, so it was difficult to turn the vehicle at any speed. I have looked up to see if anyone else has had this problem. I have found that it isn't super common but seems like way too many vehicles are having this issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11266009, filed 2019-10, 53,000 miles“In the last week my power steering has failed 4 times. The vehicle has been in motion each time. One time I was on the expressway. , twice on city streets and the last time on my home street. The vehicle has just over 68,000 miles. If I turn the vehicle off and wait a minute or two and then turn it back on I have power steering control back.”
NHTSA complaint #11282680, filed 2019-11, 68,000 milesRelated recalls
- 21V213000Mar 25, 2021General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The power steering assist may be lost due to a poor electrical…Covers: Chevrolet Colorado 2015, GMC Canyon 2015
- 16V054000Feb 1, 2016General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles manufactured January 6, 2015, to March 17, 2015, and 2015 GMC Canyon…Covers: Chevrolet Colorado 2015, GMC Canyon 2015
Related service bulletins
- 11019516Apr 17, 2025This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11014577Feb 18, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on…
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 10249949Jan 17, 2024This technical bulletin advises the technician of possible concerns caused by failed or incorrectly installed parts that may cause the battery positive cable to contact the water…
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 22% |
| 2024 | 6 | 5% |
| 2023 | 7 | 5% |
| 2022 | 12 | 21% |
| 2021 | 10 | 13% |
| 2020 | 10 | 11% |
| 2019 | 22 | 15% |
| 2018 | 18 | 10% |
| 2017 | 19 | 9% |
| 2016 | 464 | 65% |
| 2015 | 365 | 73% |
| 2012 | 5 | 12% |
| 2011 | 1 | 2% |
| 2008 | 3 | 4% |
| 2007 | 3 | 2% |
| 2006 | 10 | 4% |
| 2005 | 4 | 1% |
| 2004 | 6 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado
56 complaintsElectrical system
54 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 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology