2018 Chevrolet Colorado vs 2018 GMC Canyon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Chevrolet Colorado | 2018 GMC Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 183 | 52 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,261 | 1,244 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–25 | 15–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 18,607 mi | 22,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Colorado | GMC Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 78 | 27 |
| Electrical System | 34 | 10 |
| Engine | 24 | 6 |
| Steering | 18 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 11 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 49 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 12 | 0 |
| Stalling | 10 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 10 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 10 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
2018 Chevrolet Colorado
2018 GMC Canyon
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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.