2019 Chevrolet Colorado Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 6%of 150 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 17,062miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the brakes of the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado, 6% of the 150 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 17,062 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“The vehicle was going down hill on a very busy highway when we tapped the brakes to slow down and the brakes went to the floor and we skid about 300 yards before being able to get the truck to come to a stop. We kept tapping brakes trying to get them to grab and stop us luckily, the car a head of us turned right at the light so we did not crash into them. Then when it did stop the RPM started reeving up and the truck lunged forward then the RPM went down. We were very lucky we did not go through the intersection and wreck.”
NHTSA complaint #11207508, filed 2019-05, 1,500 miles“After coming to a complete stop, the transmission does not drop into 1st gear. When starting from a stop, the transmission kicks into gear very hard, causing a loud noise and causing the driver and passengers to have their necks jerked back, very hard. This problem was present from the time I pulled it off the lot with 4 miles on it. I have taken it back to the dealer, only to be told they can't find anything. This problem occurs every time the truck is driven at nearly ever stop I make. The rear brakes pads are wearing out 3 times faster, than the front pads. …”
NHTSA complaint #11389608, filed 2021-01, 4 miles“The brakes and rotors in the rear of the truck were grinding at 21k miles. Brought it to dealership at 23k miles and had to replace rear brake pads and rotors.”
NHTSA complaint #11266483, filed 2019-10, 21,000 miles“2019 chevy Colorado with 13125 miles driving st rt 45 lisbon ohio 40 - 45 MPH up slight grade, noticed / smelled smoke in console area between seats, tried to do minor acceleration to get over slight grade and the engine died. Pulled into parking lot to stop and no brakes no power steering ,tried emergency brake still did not stop. Split decision to either crash into concrete barrier or get back onto highway. Light traffic so muscled truck back on highway and bumped curb to try and slow vehicle. Finally slowed enough to try emergency brake again and it worked to stop truck. …”
NHTSA complaint #11329551, filed 2020-06, 13,125 miles“Truck worked perfectly fine, then it was parked for a week because I had to have emergency eye surgery. After a week, started truck. Truck started spewing errors U0121 and U0131. Managed to get it to dealership with no steering and am told it is a power steering module failure and the cost to fix is $1800. The truck is barely out of warranty and I have seen numerous posts on forums across the Internet of others that have also experienced problems with their 2019 Colorados and the recalls on the 2015s for the same issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11422278, filed 2021-06Related 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.
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11011779Dec 6, 2024This preliminary information discusses potential for a code C0010.5A to store in the brake controller which appears to be setting falsely or is induced by the customer.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11007691Sep 11, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicle that may have a "Check Trailer Wiring" or "Service Trailer…
- 11000550May 3, 2024This service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period.
- 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…
- 10251685Feb 6, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about fluid leaking from the brake caliper piston area found during a service of the vehicle…
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 11% |
| 2025 | 11 | 39% |
| 2024 | 30 | 24% |
| 2023 | 28 | 20% |
| 2022 | 10 | 18% |
| 2021 | 21 | 26% |
| 2020 | 13 | 15% |
| 2019 | 9 | 6% |
| 2018 | 4 | 2% |
| 2017 | 12 | 6% |
| 2016 | 41 | 6% |
| 2015 | 18 | 4% |
| 2012 | 7 | 17% |
| 2011 | 3 | 7% |
| 2010 | 4 | 14% |
| 2009 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 | 16 | 20% |
| 2007 | 24 | 17% |
| 2006 | 41 | 17% |
| 2005 | 95 | 27% |
| 2004 | 52 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado
65 complaintsElectrical system
24 complaintsSteering
22 complaintsEngine
20 complaintsOther or unknown
20 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsForward collision avoidance
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 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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