Chevrolet Colorado Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 251 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the Chevrolet Colorado across 22 model years. The 2016 model year has the most (39). The words owners use most often: “vacuum pump” (14% of reports).
- 251service brakes complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 16mention a crash
- 10mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $1,450typical repair cost reported by owners
- 29%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.
- Vacuum pump: mentioned in 36 of 251 complaints (14%)
- Extremely hard: mentioned in 17 of 251 complaints (7%)
- ABS fault: mentioned in 14 of 251 complaints (6%)
- Assist brake pedal: mentioned in 13 of 251 complaints (5%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical service brakes repair on the Chevrolet Colorado at $1,450, and half of them between $1,100 and $2,350.
Based on 11 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2012–2026), 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 service brakes problems happen?
Based on 101 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 251 complaints, 16 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 10 an injury.
Chevrolet Colorado service brakes complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Colorado | 2 | 11% | — |
| 2025 Colorado | 9 | 33% | — |
| 2024 Colorado | 27 | 22% | 8,400 |
| 2023 Colorado | 25 | 18% | — |
| 2022 Colorado | 9 | 16% | — |
| 2021 Colorado | 17 | 22% | — |
| 2020 Colorado | 10 | 12% | 54,000 |
| 2019 Colorado | 7 | 5% | 7,313 |
| 2018 Colorado | 4 | 2% | 500 |
| 2017 Colorado | 11 | 5% | 17,759 |
| 2016 Colorado | 39 | 5% | 41,500 |
| 2015 Colorado | 14 | 3% | 32,000 |
| 2013 Colorado | 1 | 100% | 26,000 |
| 2012 Colorado | 7 | 17% | 31,219 |
| 2011 Colorado | 3 | 7% | 74,226 |
| 2010 Colorado | 3 | 10% | 40,000 |
| 2009 Colorado | 2 | 3% | 59,500 |
| 2008 Colorado | 7 | 9% | 45,000 |
| 2007 Colorado | 9 | 6% | 53,514 |
| 2006 Colorado | 10 | 4% | 84,000 |
| 2005 Colorado | 20 | 6% | 67,500 |
| 2004 Colorado | 15 | 4% | 60,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Model years: 2015
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Colorado, and GMC Canyon trucks manufactured January 6, 2014, to December 24, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience the front brake calipers leaking brake fluid. This is due to air pockets, an imperfection in the metal caliper body.
Risk: If the vehicle experiences a brake fluid leak it can increase the stopping distance, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front-brake calipers if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 9, 2015. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14888.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
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…
Coupling on vacuum pump broke off while in motion. Pieces fell near engine. Camshaft, vacuum pump and brake booster will need to be replace. Vehicle mileage is at 65124 miles. No reason to have such a failure so early
I was driving along the highway exit ramp when I went to brake; the brake pedal was stiff, and the vehicle wouldn't stop. I had to put my full body weight into it, and thatâs when the car came to an abrupt halt. I nearly crashed into the car in front of me. I took it to the Bomnin Chevrolet…
After shifting to drive the vehicle had no brakes. A week or so earlier the check engine light came on. Messages on the screen said brake system failure along with other messages. Took to dealership, an update was installed. Last Wednesday engine light reappeared with the same messages but didnât…
The brake booster vacuum pump failed catastrophically while driving, resulting in a sudden, dangerous loss of power braking assist and a rock-hard brake pedal. Upon inspection by a mechanic, the pump's internal failure violently sheared and destroyed the engine's exhaust camshaft, requiring a…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chevrolet Colorados have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 251 owner complaints about service brakes 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 service brakes?
Yes: 1 safety recall list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix service brakes problems on the Chevrolet Colorado?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,450 (half paid between $1,100 and $2,350), from 11 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the Chevrolet Colorado?
The most frequent phrase is “vacuum pump”, in 36 of 251 complaints, followed by “extremely hard” (17).
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- Steering problems (962)
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- Power Train problems (562)
- Engine problems (326)
- Exterior Lighting problems (203)
- Air Bags problems (185)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (159)
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