2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs 2008 Toyota Tacoma
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 81 | 445 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 952 | 330 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 48 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–20 | 16–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,300 mi | 58,600 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Colorado | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 4 | 124 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 85 |
| Structure | 3 | 76 |
| Electrical System | 32 | 27 |
| Air Bags | 14 | 29 |
| Steering | 3 | 40 |
| Power Train | 7 | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 10 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 91 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 18 |
| Stalling | 0 | 14 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 10 |
2008 Chevrolet Colorado
2008 Toyota Tacoma
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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.