2017 Chevrolet Colorado Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 107about this part
- Share
- 50%of 216 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 19,175miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 107 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado, 50% of the 216 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 19,175 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Have had issues with transmission since I bought the truck. It continues to do the same thing ,and it seems to be getting worse.ihad it in for the problem and they say all the shift points are right and same says onstar.went online this morning and it seems its the 8 speed trans ,which is what I have.what are my options with dealer ? Can I get in on the class action lawsuit?07”
NHTSA complaint #11375778, filed 2020-11, 10,000 miles“My 2017, Colorado 2 wd, 33,000 miles, began to rumble, intermittently at hwy cruising speeds. It feels and sounds as if I'm driving over hwy rumble bars. Rumbling stops as soon as I take my foot of the accelerator. This phenomenon began as an occasional annoyance but has increased significant to a daily event. I've scheduled a transmission fluid change with the dealer in two days.”
NHTSA complaint #11361888, filed 2020-09, 33,000 miles“I got a check engine light while and engine goes into reduced power mode. You can't drive in reduced power mode! I have to clear it to move the truck. I did a scan which showed a p2138 code. But its just in memory and the dealer wont fix it unless its an active code but can't drive to the dealer in reduced power mode. Its a catch 22”
NHTSA complaint #11258572, filed 2019-09, 29,000 miles“While driving my chevy Colorado today, I noticed there was several times it would shudder when accelerating, and going up hills. This occurred while driving 40mph - 60 MPH. It feels like I'm going over rumble strips while driving. I will be contacting the dealer and try to get this issue fixed.”
NHTSA complaint #11376389, filed 2020-11, 45,200 miles“It feels like I am running over rumble strips when going 40-60 MPH and low RPM. A brief internet search reveals that this is a common issue that appears to be related to the transmission. The issue began recently. I have 40k commuter miles on the truck.”
NHTSA complaint #11301778, filed 2020-01, 40,000 milesRelated 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.
- 11014622Mar 2, 2025This Preliminary information communicates Diagnostic aids for a no start or DTC'S following a transmission replacement
- 11014621Mar 2, 2025This Preliminary information communicates Diagnostic aids for a no start or DTC'S following a transmission replacement
- 11014353Feb 12, 2025This service bulletin provides information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares.
- 11014044Feb 3, 2025This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a delayed engagement into drive, shudder at a launch, or the…
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11011989Nov 27, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
- 11011436Oct 10, 2024This Preliminary information communicates for Technicians installing a Service Replacement Transmission Assembly to contact Technical Assistance to make sure unit is not suspect…
- 11009756Sep 17, 2024This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 11% |
| 2025 | 3 | 11% |
| 2024 | 13 | 10% |
| 2023 | 9 | 7% |
| 2022 | 3 | 5% |
| 2021 | 13 | 16% |
| 2020 | 33 | 38% |
| 2019 | 65 | 43% |
| 2018 | 78 | 43% |
| 2017 | 107 | 50% |
| 2016 | 97 | 14% |
| 2015 | 45 | 9% |
| 2012 | 2 | 5% |
| 2011 | 2 | 5% |
| 2010 | 3 | 10% |
| 2009 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 | 7 | 9% |
| 2007 | 8 | 6% |
| 2006 | 15 | 6% |
| 2005 | 27 | 8% |
| 2004 | 27 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado
41 complaintsEngine
26 complaintsOther or unknown
24 complaintsSteering
19 complaintsFuel system
16 complaintsBrakes
12 complaintsAir bags
9 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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