2011 Chevrolet Colorado vs 2011 Toyota Tacoma
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 42 | 186 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,258 | 375 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–21 | 16–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 54,000 mi | 67,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Colorado | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 60 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 22 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 32 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 17 |
| Structure | 2 | 21 |
| Steering | 1 | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 10 |
| Power Train | 2 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 21 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 7 |
| Stalling | 0 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 6 |
2011 Chevrolet Colorado
2011 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.