2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs 2009 Ford Ranger
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 | 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 67 | 168 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,043 | 10 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–20 | 15–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 54,000 mi | 36,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Colorado | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 6 | 143 |
| Electrical System | 36 | 2 |
| Engine | 10 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 1 |
| Structure | 3 | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Won’t start | 15 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2009 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.