2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs 2008 Nissan Frontier
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 Nissan Frontier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 81 | 136 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 952 | 106 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–20 | 16–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,300 mi | 85,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Colorado | Nissan Frontier |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 7 | 54 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 13 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 21 |
| Engine | 8 | 26 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 10 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 13 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 7 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2008 Chevrolet Colorado
2008 Nissan Frontier
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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.