While driving on freeway started losing speed and felt a sudden jolt/ break. This has happened three times in the last year. No accidents but can easily cause an accident.
The worst 2023 Chevrolet Colorado problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Driver assistance59
- Electrical45
- Brakes30
- Engine22
- Lights9
- Transmission9
- Steering7
- Fuel system6
- Acceleration5
- Body2
- Visibility2
- Suspension1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado
Check engine light 12Collision warning 11Brake failure 6Screen failure 6Door locks 5Headlights 5Overheating 5
Recalls 3
Seat belts: critical fasteners
- What is wrong
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chevrolet Colorado and 2023 GMC Canyon vehicles. The left or right front seat may have a seat belt buckle attachment bolt that was not tightened properly.
- Risk
- A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will tighten the left and right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020, or GMC customer service at 1‑800‑462‑8782. GM's number for this recall is N242453720.
Recall number 24V703000 · Recall details
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
- What is wrong
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front wheel hub bolts may have been over-tightened and damaged during installation.
- Risk
- Damaged bolts may loosen or break, which can result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020 or GMC customer service at 1‑800‑462‑8782. GM's number for this recall is N232431480.
Recall number 24V237000 · Recall details
Electrical system: ADAS: driver monitoring: camera/sensor
- What is wrong
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front camera module (FCM) system may falsely detect an obstacle, causing the automatic emergency braking (AEB) to engage unexpectedly.
- Risk
- Unexpected automatic emergency braking can cause the vehicle to abruptly stop or slow down, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the front camera module (FCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1‑800‑462‑8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1‑800‑222‑1020. GM's number for this recall is A232424660.
Recall number 24V133000 · Recall details
See all 3 recalls for the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado
Defect investigations
Electronic Brake Module Component Failure
On April 11, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE24011 after receiving complaints concerning a loss of brake assist in 2023 MY Cadillac Lyriq vehicles. These complaints allege a hard brake pedal, followed by a “Brake System Failure” message at start up or while driving. GM shared records regarding several internal investigations for loss of brake assist due to alleged spindle fractures in the eBoost system. GM has stated that in the event of a spindle fracture, anti-lock brakes (ABS), stability control, and traction control remain functional until the vehicle comes to a complete stop. At this point, ABS, brake assist, stability control, and traction control functions are lost. The loss of these functions causes the vehicle to set one of three Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) based on failed performance criteria for the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM). These DTCs, in turn, activate several driver alerts: an audible chime, a visual “Service Brake System” message in the display, and multiple illuminated Malfunction Indicator Lights (MILs) for the ABS, Traction Control, and Brakes informing the driver of loss of functionality. The vehicle speed will also be limited to 70 KPH (43 MPH). Since opening PE24011, ODI has continued to receive reports of loss of brake assist. Some of these reports describe symptoms inconsistent with GM’s description of a spindle failure. These reports allege an immediate loss of brake assist functionality as opposed to the loss occurring after the vehicle comes to a complete stop. The sudden loss of brake assist during a braking event could result in extended braking distance, which increases the risk of a crash or injury. ODI believes further analysis is necessary to assess the potential for failures in GM’s eBoost system to resulting in safety-related outcomes. At this time, ODI is aware of the following vehicles that are equipped with this eBoost system: 2023-2026 MY Cadillac Lyriq, Chevrolet Colorado, and GMC Canyon; 2024-2026 MY Buick Enclave, Envision; Chevrolet Blazer EV, Equinox EV, Traverse; Cruise Origin; and GMC Acadia; 2025-2026 MY Cadillac Celestiq and Optiq. ODI is also aware of 2024-2026 MY Acura ZDX and 2024-2026 MY Honda Prologue vehicles that were built with this system. The Acura and Honda vehicles were manufactured by GM in a joint venture with Honda, and will be included in the Engineering Analysis as peer vehicles. ODI is opening this Engineering Analysis to further assess the safety-related consequences of a failed eBoost system. In addition, ODI is expanding the scope of the investigation to encompass all GM vehicles that share this eBoost system. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to
EA26006
Technical service bulletins for the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado 653
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- This document assists GM dealer technicians with diagnosing torque converter concerns to ensure torque...
- This PI is to instruct dealer on diagnostic procedures that need to be completed prior to replacing a...
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- • Fixes to help ensure proper functionality for heating and cooling features • Improvements to night mode...
- This update contains a required software change to help improve the overall software update and...
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2023 Chevrolet Colorado fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 4‑cyl | RWD | 18-20 | 23-25 | 20-22 |
| 2.7L 4‑cyl | 4WD | 16-19 | 16-23 | 16-21 |
What 2023 Chevrolet Colorado owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Pressed on the brake pedal while driving it went to the floor, warning lights illuminated and braking ability was severely decreased. Truck was limited to 45 mph. Hard to stop. Stopping distance greatly increased.
I am following up on a VOQ already filed about my vehicle breaking down due to a defective fuel pump control module. GM has an emissions warranty for this issue, but it should be a safety recall. In addition, my vehicle was not included in the affected vehicle population. I had to pay $125 to have my vehicle towed, so I requested reimbursement from GM. GM will only reimburse $78. This should be covered as a safety recall, as the vehicle completely lost all power on the road, with no warning or indication that something was wrong
While driving the brake pedal becomes hard, followed by message stating the vehicle is limited to 43mph. Additionally, the following 2 messages are also displayed on the dashboard 1. Service brake system 2 Brake system failure. I noticed this on 31Oct2026, but it would only occur when i am at a stopped and the automatic start-stop is deployed. On 03Nov2026 I was driving on a busy road during rush hour and I lost the ability to brake to which I had to make a hard right on a not busy industrial road to which I ran over a curb at high rate of speed (due to my inability to brake) and my vehicle almost flipped over to which i had my young son in the vehicle with me.
I took my truck in to the dealership for a recall on the faulty radiator hose and told them that I had a break sensor warning pop up on my screen. Today, I was informed that the break pads and sensor are damaged, the pads are worn out and that the rotors are damaged and need turned. I barely have 20,000 miles on this truck that I bought brand new! I was then informed that the warranty expired on the breaks at 7500 miles and that I need to pay about $600 to have the breaks fixed! I paid almost $50,000 for this truck and the breaks are already bad!!!??? I did a search online and found that many, many people are having this very issue, and in fact my own brother got rid of his 2023 Colorado for a break issue. GM is ignoring a real safety issue here! Just like they ignored the faulty radiator hose seal issue that I took this truck back in for 3 times, (before GM sent a recall letter out for-they finally admitted there was a problem!) Car forums are loaded with people complaining about the breaks and all are saying GM is ignoring the problem. I tried calling GM to complain and was told "sorry, nothing we can do". This is BS. They need to stand behind their product and FIX it at THEIR expense.
While driving, the vehicles internal computer system seized, completely shutting down and restarting itself over the course of 30 seconds. During and after this event, the brakes, power steering, and restraint system all became inoperable. Brakes failed to engage and power steering did not function. The issue resolved itself after turning the vehicle completely off and back on again. Brakes, power steering, and the restraint system have operated off and on over the past week since the event happened
While driving on approximately September 24, 2026, the instrument cluster and infotainment screens went completely black — total loss of speedometer, gauges, warning indicators, and all readouts. The screens restarted on their own after a few minutes. Since then, on startup the screens remain completely black until the 12V battery is disconnected and reconnected, which temporarily restores them before the blackout recurs. This has happened 4 times total at approximately 50,000 miles. No crash or injury occurred. This is a safety concern because the driver loses the speedometer and all warning indicators while driving. The vehicle is currently at the dealership for diagnosis of this issue (Group 1 GMC Westside, 955 Crockett St, El Paso, TX 79922) and had not been seen by a dealer for this issue before today.
After shifting to drive the vehicle had no brakes. A week or so earlier the check engine light came on. Messages on the screen said brake system failure along with other messages. Took to dealership, an update was installed. Last Wednesday engine light reappeared with the same messages but didn’t have time to return it to the dealership so parked it until today. Today was the brake failure. Returned to dealership, they replaced the battery and said the brake issue is fixed. I’m not convinced this fixed the issue and believe this could get someone seriously injured or killed.
My truck is in the shop for Engine Wiring Harness Chafe. they are making me pay 1200 dollars for an issue that is known by chevy. I feel like I should not have to pay
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was smoke coming from the front tires, and the tires were extremely hot. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact became aware of the burning tire odor coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic after a tire rotation. The contact was informed that the calipers and brakes had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was scheduled for the necessary repairs. The mechanic contacted the dealer about the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,400.
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Questions about the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado
Is the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?
Owners have filed 142 complaints about the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado, close to a typical Colorado model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado?
Driver assistance and stability, with 59 complaints, typically around 8,000 miles. Next is electrical (45).
How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado have?
3 recalls, covering seat belts, wheels and electrical system.
What year does the Chevrolet Colorado have the most driver assistance problems?
The Chevrolet Colorado model years with the most driver assistance complaints are 2015 (63 complaints), 2023 (59 complaints) and 2016 (42 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado get?
Official estimates for the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado range from 16 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.7L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 18-20 city and 23-25 highway.
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