2004 Chevrolet Colorado suspension problems

Filed Apr 10, 2022 · Body, Suspension · MA

Mechanic had the truck on the lift raised up to check the brakes for squeaking and while under the truck the mechanic inspected the frame because he noticed a lot of rust and called me to come look at it and pointed out that the frame has rotted to the point that he should not be driven and could break in half and cause major problems for the safety of the occupants and other drivers on the road. I looked up online if other Colorado owners had the same issue and others have the same problem. I’m am forced to junk this vehicle even though the rest of the truck is in very good condition

Filed Mar 30, 2021 · Suspension · PA

The frame of the truck rotted and is no longer driveable without a chance of an accident. The pa inspection is about to run out also and will not pass inpection. I bought this truck used and just paid it off and was hoping I was clear of any vehicle payments. At this point there is no way I will even get close to what I paid for it as it is only good for scrap. I agree with another post I saw on here that said if toyota had to recall their vehicles for the same reason then why does gm not have to do the same thing? It only seems right. I know they have heard of this issue but are just trying to brush it under the rug hoping it doesn't come up. Hoping you have our back on this with trying to protect the consumer.

Filed Feb 22, 2021 · Body, Suspension · 96,800 miles · RI

Vehicle has 96,800 miles, and the frame has completely rusted through causing the rear suspension to detach from the frame, as well as the bed to detach from the frame. Vehicle is no longer able to be put on lift to have tires rotated as the frame disintegrates upon contact. This is a very well known problem, and I am curious why the federal government has not forced gm to recall these vehicles like toyota was forced to do with their identical situation. Do your jobs, and hold these corporations accountable for cheap workmanship.

Filed May 1, 2020 · Body, Suspension · 134,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet colorado. The contact discovered that the undercarriage of the vehicle was severely corroded. The contact expressed concern that the corrosion centered around the suspension and subframe spring mounts. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed by a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 134,000.

Filed Aug 15, 2019 · Body, Suspension · OH

The frame has alot of rust plus the frame is cracked and the back,the engine light is on you can not get a response from the pluging unit. Whe you to check the problem.

Filed Jun 13, 2019 · Suspension · 127,000 miles · CT

Severe rust / rot on the frame both on the main frame as well as the front frame work to the point that a salvage yard declared it unsafe to drive. Discovered when I had to replace the rear differential which also snapped due to rust.

Filed Jun 12, 2019 · Suspension · 135,000 miles · MI

Frame is broken on both rails between cab and box,also cracked above rear leaf spring purch,wherever welds are present frame rusted into

Filed May 1, 2019 · Body, Suspension · 76,000 miles · NY

The frame is rotting out--I've had to have it repaired--welded--each of the last three years after failing inspection or being told it would. Suspension attachment areas, under and around shackles, cab mounts, long sections of primary frame from front to rear.

Filed Jul 8, 2018 · Suspension · 100,000 miles · MA

Inoticed frame at leaf springs completely rotted. 100000 miles on the vehicle.

Filed Jan 22, 2018 · Body, Suspension · 107,650 miles · ME

I currently own a 2004 chevrolet colorado miles are 107,650. My truck is in very good to excellent shape, I take pride in my vehicles. The issue I have is my frame is rotten and cracked at the leaf spring hangers, much to my surprise when I jacked my truck up to change over tires and the rear axle stayed on the ground. Im very grateful we caught this before the right side broke away like the left side did. I do live in maine and they use products on the roads for ice, but my fuel and brake lines are in very good serviceable condition, as is most everything under the truck including the bed. I have been looking for guidance and stumbled onto some "forums" that state first gen colorado this is common. I am not a forum member, nor do I believe in "internet shaming" I am loyal gm customer, but I it is very disappointing that I have a relatively low mileage truck with a great drive train, and no exterior rust that is completely unsafe and unusable.it sounds like a similar issue that toyota had ive had and do currently have older gm vehicles with more miles and the frames are in excellent shape. Is gm/chevrolet doing anything to help consumers?