2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs 2008 Ford Ranger
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 | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 81 | 324 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 952 | 16 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–20 | 15–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,300 mi | 66,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Colorado | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 14 | 293 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 7 |
| Engine | 8 | 4 |
| Structure | 3 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 3 |
| Power Train | 7 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 11 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2008 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.