2018 Chevrolet Colorado Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 36about this part
- Share
- 20%of 183 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 10,800miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 36 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado, 20% of the 183 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 10,800 miles. 3 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Bad rattling coming from back tires when coming out of driveway. And when passing any bumps. Has a sound on left tire that sounds like something is loose. Rattling sound is getting worst and it is very annoying. I love my truck but I am very disappointed in the rattling sounds. Sounds it did not make when I bought it.”
NHTSA complaint #11229328, filed 2019-07, 3 miles“The truck is the zr2 model, crew cab short bed. I was towing a 2100lb trailer with 347# of tongue weight at 25mph, uphill, on a dirt road. Hit a dip in the road at 25 MPH and it bent the frame at the cab/pick up box area. The frame necks down to 3 1/2 inches there with 2 factory large oval holes on both sides of the frame. I have found another pic of a zr2 towing a trailer, and it bent at the exact same place.”
NHTSA complaint #11220901, filed 2019-06, 10,800 miles“This started about 3 months after I got the truck and has been doing it since. On three separate occasions, truck engine shut off after stopping then turning right on city and neighborhood streets. First time I pulled out on a road where the speed limit is 55 so I was lucky no one was behind me when the engine cut out. On the fourth occasion, truck shut off after backing up from parking spot and pushing on gas to go forward. No check engine lights, no noises or vibrations to tell me truck is going to shut off. I have to look at dash to see if it has gone black. …”
NHTSA complaint #11413117, filed 2021-04, 41,000 miles“My Colorado has completely shut down/powered off when making a right hand turn. Twice now. I'll be coming to a complete stop, accelerating through the turn and then all of the sudden, without warning, the truck loses all power. No flashing dash, nothing. I have to coast to the shoulder of the road, turn on the hazards, put in park, and restart the vehicle. This has happened twice now. From some online forums I've read, the problem only seems to get worse and has happened to others around 30-40 MPH. My car is still under manufacturing warranty for another 500 or so miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #11362236, filed 2020-10, 35,400 miles“May 2018, my wife and I noticed an obnoxious odor coming from AC after startup and believe an AC issue as starts blowing cold then warm/humid then back cold & it puts out a musty? Smell the smell goes away, but after I have stopped and then restarted truck after a couple minutes and drive a couple more minutes the odor again presents itself. In june took the truck in for service and they sprayed the air filter with a disinfectant(?). That just masked the smell for a day or two, but the odor still present. The service tech was not been able to replicate the issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11181018, filed 2019-02, 7,700 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11037555Sep 26, 2026This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.
- 11037550Sep 21, 2026This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering
- 11037253Sep 4, 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11035340Jul 21, 2026PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- 11035308Jul 21, 2026This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
- 11032777May 14, 2026This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
- 11030974Apr 1, 2026This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
- 11030092Mar 9, 2026This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
- 11030091Mar 9, 2026This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
- 11027689Jan 12, 2026This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering
Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 6% |
| 2025 | 6 | 21% |
| 2024 | 17 | 13% |
| 2023 | 12 | 9% |
| 2022 | 8 | 14% |
| 2021 | 17 | 21% |
| 2020 | 15 | 17% |
| 2019 | 20 | 13% |
| 2018 | 36 | 20% |
| 2017 | 24 | 11% |
| 2016 | 51 | 7% |
| 2015 | 25 | 5% |
| 2012 | 1 | 2% |
| 2011 | 4 | 10% |
| 2010 | 4 | 14% |
| 2009 | 6 | 9% |
| 2008 | 4 | 5% |
| 2007 | 4 | 3% |
| 2006 | 5 | 2% |
| 2005 | 12 | 3% |
| 2004 | 25 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado
78 complaintsElectrical system
34 complaintsEngine
24 complaintsSteering
18 complaintsFuel system
14 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.
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