2013 Chevrolet Colorado Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 6, 2017 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Colorado years
Not enough data 22nd of 23 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2013 Chevrolet Colorado. That ranks 22nd out of 23 Colorado model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 26,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2013 Chevrolet Colorado problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train1 · ~26,000 mi
Service Brakes1 · ~26,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train1100%26,000——
Service Brakes1100%26,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2013 Chevrolet Colorado recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Chevrolet Colorado.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet colorado. While driving various speeds, the transmission would independently shift from sixth to third gear. The contact stated that the failure only occurred when going down an incline and tapping the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer (jeff…

Service Brakes · received Sep 6, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11021779

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Colorado?

Owners most often report power train, service brakes problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Chevrolet Colorado?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2013 Chevrolet Colorado a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Colorado model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.