2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs 2008 Chevrolet Colorado
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 236 | 81 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 736 | 952 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 17–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 58,205 mi | 56,300 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Colorado | Chevrolet Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 69 | 32 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 31 | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 30 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 24 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 14 |
| Engine | 19 | 8 |
| Power Train | 15 | 7 |
| Structure | 15 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 26 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 23 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 15 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 14 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 12 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 7 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
2006 Chevrolet Colorado
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.