Chevrolet Colorado Electrical System Problems
Owners have filed 773 complaints with NHTSA about electrical system problems on the Chevrolet Colorado across 21 model years. The 2016 model year has the most (119). The words owners use most often: “ignition switch” (7% of reports).
- 773electrical system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 10mention a crash
- 11mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $760typical repair cost reported by owners
- 45%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Ignition switch: mentioned in 52 of 773 complaints (7%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical electrical system repair on the Chevrolet Colorado at $760, and half of them between $610 and $1,700.
Based on 15 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2010–2025), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do electrical system problems happen?
Based on 444 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 773 complaints, 10 mention a crash, 34 a fire, 11 an injury.
Chevrolet Colorado electrical system complaints by model year
| Model year | Electrical System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Colorado | 4 | 22% | 5,800 |
| 2025 Colorado | 7 | 26% | 56,107 |
| 2024 Colorado | 37 | 30% | 3,000 |
| 2023 Colorado | 44 | 32% | 15,000 |
| 2022 Colorado | 20 | 36% | 15,850 |
| 2021 Colorado | 11 | 14% | 21,000 |
| 2020 Colorado | 6 | 7% | 9,100 |
| 2019 Colorado | 24 | 16% | 21,000 |
| 2018 Colorado | 34 | 19% | 19,357 |
| 2017 Colorado | 41 | 19% | 35,000 |
| 2016 Colorado | 119 | 17% | 35,000 |
| 2015 Colorado | 53 | 11% | 63,000 |
| 2012 Colorado | 8 | 19% | 47,000 |
| 2011 Colorado | 14 | 33% | 58,101 |
| 2010 Colorado | 12 | 41% | 51,000 |
| 2009 Colorado | 36 | 54% | 60,000 |
| 2008 Colorado | 32 | 40% | 77,703 |
| 2007 Colorado | 45 | 32% | 59,250 |
| 2006 Colorado | 69 | 29% | 56,000 |
| 2005 Colorado | 69 | 19% | 73,300 |
| 2004 Colorado | 88 | 24% | 74,030 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Electrical system:adas:driver monitoring:camera/sensor; forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking
Model years: 2023
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front camera module (FCM) system may falsely detect an obstacle, causing the automatic emergency braking (AEB) to engage unexpectedly.
Risk: Unexpected automatic emergency braking can cause the vehicle to abruptly stop or slow down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the front camera module (FCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A232424660.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The truck suddenly losses power steering and traction control during trips rendering the vehicle with no power steering. Upon stopping and restarting the truck, the power steering can return to the vehicle or stay turned off. This is a concerning safety issue as the power steering can give out at…
While driving, the vehicles internal computer system seized, completely shutting down and restarting itself over the course of 30 seconds. During and after this event, the brakes, power steering, and restraint system all became inoperable. Brakes failed to engage and power steering did not…
While driving on approximately September 24, 2026, the instrument cluster and infotainment screens went completely black â total loss of speedometer, gauges, warning indicators, and all readouts. The screens restarted on their own after a few minutes. Since then, on startup the screens remain…
During a three point turn, the power turned off the car completely for a brief few seconds on the screens and the steering wheel locked. Was able to straighten it and all power was back on immediately. Stabilitrak warning has come out on the dash a few times. There seems to be a sudden power loss…
In July 2026, I received a message on my truck's dashboard to "Service Latch System". Neither of my passenger doors would lock. I brought it into the Hendrick Chevrolet Service center, and they told me the actuators on both passenger side doors failed. Even though the truck is only 2 years old…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chevrolet Colorados have electrical system problems?
No. NHTSA has 773 owner complaints about electrical system for the Chevrolet Colorado. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chevrolet Colorado electrical system?
Yes: 1 safety recall list electrical system. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix electrical system problems on the Chevrolet Colorado?
Owners report a typical cost of $760 (half paid between $610 and $1,700), from 15 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about electrical system problems on the Chevrolet Colorado?
The most frequent phrase is “ignition switch”, in 52 of 773 complaints.
Other Chevrolet Colorado problems
- Steering problems (962)
- Power Train problems (562)
- Engine problems (326)
- Service Brakes problems (251)
- Exterior Lighting problems (203)
- Air Bags problems (185)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (159)
- Structure problems (157)
See all Chevrolet Colorado problems.