2018 Chevrolet Colorado Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 18about this part
- Share
- 10%of 183 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 9,242miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 18 complaints about the steering of the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado, 10% of the 183 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 9,242 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While the vehicle is in motion I get e rattle thought my steering column down into my peddle,. I cann fell the rattle through the intermediate steering shaft. It happens alot more on rough roads, for example my drive way is gravel, everytime I come home into my driveway I feel the rattle. It doesn't feel like my tires, bur more so my whole steering shaft. You can also see the shake in the steering wheel if you look closely at it. I have addressed this with my dealership and told them I don't feel comfortable driving it. …”
NHTSA complaint #11220551, filed 2019-06, 300 miles“While driving, specifically when making turns at various speeds, the steering wheel would get jammed up and be almost impossible to turn back to complete a turn/get straightened out. Happens on both left and right turns. First happened about 2 weeks ago, just one time while exiting my driveway. I turned the engine off and back on and it seemed to go away. It is now very clear that it is mechanical in nature, somewhere close to the steering wheel in the console. I have an appointment next week with the dealership, I will update with the findings.”
NHTSA complaint #11279085, filed 2019-11, 49,000 miles“Upon accelerating the vehicle onto a 3 lane road, all warning lights came on in the vehicle. A warning message presented on the dashboard stating engine power reduction and then the vehicle shut down completely while moving. The engine shut off and the vehicle would not disengage from park. Vehicle had to be towed from the location. At the dealership, the dealer informed me the engine throttle body and intake tube duct hose should be replaced. He also informed me GM is aware of this issue with the vehicle and has not developed a permanent fix for the issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11102188, filed 2018-06, 5,096 miles“I just left work, my truck was parked for 8, hrs. After 3, minutes of driving the service stability track light came on. After a couple mins. I turned down a major highway and then the following warning lights came on: check engine, low fuel ( it was half full), traction control, drive with caution, strearing assist off. The electrical panel went crazy and I lost power to the engine. I pulled over and called chevy roadside assist. They towed the truck to cox Chevrolet, where I purchased the vehicle brand new only a year ago. They could not duplicate the issue and I had to drive it back home. …”
NHTSA complaint #11230291, filed 2019-07, 23,000 miles“Steering wheel constantly shakes and veers on roadway dealer changed torque converter but issue still. Happens while driving anywhere from 35 MPH to 70 MPH city street or highway does not make a difference feels like steering control could be lost while driving”
NHTSA complaint #11310096, filed 2020-02, 15,100 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.
- 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…
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 2018 Chevrolet Colorado
78 complaintsOther or unknown
36 complaintsElectrical system
34 complaintsEngine
24 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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