2018 Chevrolet Colorado vs 2020 Chevrolet Colorado
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 | 2018 Chevrolet Colorado | 2020 Chevrolet Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 180 | 79 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,260 | 879 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–25 | 19–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 18,607 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Colorado | Chevrolet Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 78 | 32 |
| Electrical System | 34 | 6 |
| Engine | 23 | 14 |
| Steering | 18 | 9 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 11 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 49 | 20 |
| Loss of power | 12 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 10 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 10 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
2018 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.