2018 Chevrolet Colorado Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 8%of 183 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 52,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the fuel system of the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado, 8% of the 183 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 52,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“During some starts (in morning after not driving for several hours), the engine will have a pulsing idle ~750-1000 RPM. After letting it sit for a minute to warm up, I drive down the road. If I am able to drive without stopping, there will be no issues. However, if I come to a stop within 0.5 miles or so, the engine will shut off. When I try and restart, the engine will stall repeatedly. The engine will eventually restart. There have been no codes produced nor any lights on the dash board. Has happened several times.”
NHTSA complaint #11258039, filed 2019-09, 41,000 miles“The torquer converter its the problem I find out a day on highway I was driving and the truck lose power it takes time to move to other gear and make a weird sound I take the truck to the chevy dealer and they just flush the transmission fluid and they said will fix the problem but after that get it worse it claps when put it in reverse or drive it use to shakes when you driving even at not high speed. The problem is not solve and the guy from the dealer told me gmc will not let them change the part is his own words. …”
NHTSA complaint #11244539, filed 2019-08, 5,000 miles“A/c lines near driver side wheel well has chafed through fuel line and wire harness.Causing a couple thousand dollars in damage.Nor warning indicators leading up to either incidents. My chevy dealership mis diagnosed it twice and has now found the issue. Fuel lines leak can cause fires and as far as the electrical issue I've been left stranded with my 3 year old daughter a couple of times..Have looked up forums and many people have had the same issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11499158, filed 2022-12“Fuel system leak and yes, it is available for inspection. My safety was at risk while I was driving the truck and smelled a very strong odor of gasoline enter the cab of the truck while I was driving with the windows rolled up. I immediately stopped the truck and got out and noticed flames coming out from underneath the bed in front of the left rear wheel, then the gas tank ignited shooting flames out like a flame thrower. The Fire Dept and the insurance company inspected it, and it was deemed a total loss. …”
NHTSA complaint #11640337, filed 2025-02“I detected the smell of fuel while the vehicle when it was both not running and running. I brought the truck to Banks Chevrolet in Concord NH. The high pressure fuel pump detached from its mounting flange, resulting in damage to the attaching high pressure fuel pipe causing a constant fuel leak. Dealer replaced the high pressure fuel pump and high pressure fuel pipe to resolve the concern. There is a NHTSA recall that my vehicle should have been included in, 18V358000. The GM recall number is 18188. …”
NHTSA complaint #11623578, filed 2024-11Related recalls
- 18V358000May 31, 2018General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia…Covers: Chevrolet Colorado 2016–2018, GMC Canyon 2015–2018, Chevrolet Malibu 2016–2018 +6 more
Related service bulletins
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11006604Aug 3, 2024This service bulletin provides service information for customer concerns of an in-tank fuel pump whining noise, engine hard to start and/or stalls and Malfunction Indicator Lamp…
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 11002011Jun 4, 2024This informational bulletin explains to the tech on where to look for a possible concern with the rockers causing the MIL to illuminate.
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10250579Feb 15, 2024This informational bulletin explains to the tech on where to look for a possible concern with the rockers causing the MIL to illuminate.
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 6% |
| 2024 | 4 | 3% |
| 2023 | 5 | 4% |
| 2022 | 1 | 2% |
| 2021 | 3 | 4% |
| 2020 | 2 | 2% |
| 2019 | 11 | 7% |
| 2018 | 14 | 8% |
| 2017 | 16 | 7% |
| 2016 | 22 | 3% |
| 2015 | 6 | 1% |
| 2012 | 1 | 2% |
| 2011 | 2 | 5% |
| 2010 | 1 | 3% |
| 2009 | 12 | 18% |
| 2008 | 5 | 6% |
| 2007 | 13 | 9% |
| 2006 | 18 | 8% |
| 2005 | 11 | 3% |
| 2004 | 12 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado
78 complaintsOther or unknown
36 complaintsElectrical system
34 complaintsEngine
24 complaintsSteering
18 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2018 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