2011 Chevrolet Colorado vs 2011 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 42 | 235 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,258 | 12 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–21 | 16–24 |
| Median reported mileage | 54,000 mi | 49,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Colorado | Ford Ranger |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | 196 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 8 |
| Structure | 2 | 8 |
| Power Train | 2 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 4 |
| Engine | 3 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
2011 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.