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2010 Chevrolet Colorado problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Among the better years

The 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is among the quieter years of the Colorado on NHTSA's books: 48 complaints (63% below the model's median year), 2 recalls, and no open investigations.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 15 reports (31% of the total).

48

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2010 compare to other Colorado years?

Colorado NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted936 complaints2004: 502 complaints2005: 459 complaints2006: 323 complaints2007: 199 complaints2008: 130 complaints2009: 87 complaints2010: 48 complaints2011: 54 complaints2012: 59 complaints2013: 2 complaints2014: 1 complaints2015: 635 complaints2016: 936 complaints2017: 282 complaints2018: 238 complaints2019: 190 complaints2020: 98 complaints2021: 94 complaints2022: 62 complaints2023: 206 complaints2024: 182 complaints2025: 45 complaints2026: 15 complaints
Colorado NHTSA complaints by model year, 2010 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2010 Chevrolet Colorado problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1531%
Engine715%
Other510%
Airbags48%
Brakes48%
Speed Control36%
Transmission36%
Tires & Wheels36%
Lighting24%
Fuel System12%
Visibility & Wipers12%

Does the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

12V594000Latches & LocksDecember 19, 2012 · 118,800 units

Defect

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured from November 9, 2009, through August 28, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 113, "Hood Latch System." The hood may be missing the secondary hood latch.

Consequence

If the primary hood latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly. During vehicle operation, this could obstruct the view of the driver and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

General Motors will notify owners and instruct them to inspect their vehicle for the presence of a secondary hood latch. Dealers will replace the hood on any affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

10V575000Child SeatNovember 18, 2010 · 192,676 units

Defect

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2011, CHEVROLET COLORADO, GMC CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006, ISUZU I-280/I-350, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008, I-290/I-370, REGULAR CAB VEHICLES AND EXTENDED CAB VEHICLES WITHOUT A REAR SEAT AND EQUIPPED WITH A FRONT 60/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT IS NOT ACCESSIBLE AND THE OWNER MANUAL DOES NOT INCLUDE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING HOW TO USE THE TOP TETHER.

Consequence

BOTH NHTSA AND GM DISCOURAGE PLACEMENT OF A CHILD IN A FRONT SEAT. NEVERTHELESS, THERE ARE INDIVIDUAL CIRCUMSTANCES THAT MAY REQUIRE PLACEMENT OF A CHILD IN A RESTRAINT IN THE FRONT CENTER SEATING POSITION OF THIS VEHICLE THAT DOES NOT OFFER A REAR SEAT. LACK OF ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR AND A LACK OF INSTRUCTIONS AS TO HOW TO USE IT, MAY RESULT IN IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF A CHILD RESTRAINT. IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF A CHILD RESTRAINT CAN RESULT IN A REDUCTION IN THE RESTRAINT'S PERFORMANCE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH AND AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD SEATED IN THE RESTRAINT.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL CUT A HOLE INTO THE BACK PANEL TRIM COVER TO ALLOW ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT POSITION AND WILL PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION AS TO USE IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727 OR VISIT GM'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WHILE DRIVING THE PASS CODE ANTI-THEFT LIGHT CAME ON. PARKED AT DESTINATION AND THREE HOURS LATER RETURNED TO VEHICLE. OPENED THE VEHICLE WITH A KEY RATHER THAN THE FOB, VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. THE PANEL ALSO INDICATED LOW FUEL, BUT THE TANK WAS FULL. WAITED TWO HOURS, HOPING THAT IT WOULD RESET.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · September 12, 2017

“I AM NOT ABLE TO START THE TRUCK MOST OF THE TIME. IT GOES INTO A SAFETY MODE AND I HAVE TO WAIT 10 MINUTES. THANKFULLY MY FAMILY HAS NOT BEEN INJURED YET DUE TO THIS BUT I DON'T THINK IT SHOULD COME DOWN TO INJURY. THEIR IS LOTS OF COMPLAINTS ABOUT GM'S PASSLOCK SYSTEM AND IT IS VERY DANGEROUS.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · September 19, 2017

“THE PASSLOCK FEATURE ON THE TRUCK ENGAGES FREQUENTLY WITHOUT CAUSE MAKING ME SIT AND WAIT OUT THE 10-MINUTE DELAY. THIS IS ALWAYS INCONVENIENT, ESPECIALLY AT THE GAS STATION WITH LONG LINES BEHIND ME. THIS PROBLEM HAS THE POTENTIAL FOR BEING A SAFETY HAZARD. THE INTERNET HAS A PASSLOCK BY-PASS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 10, 2017

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE WOULD STOP ABRUPTLY, CAUSING THE CONTACT'S BODY TO BE THROWN FORWARD TOWARD THE WINDSHIELD. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE BUT DENIED ANY ASSISTANCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · August 6, 2011

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON FOUR OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · January 27, 2015

2010 Chevrolet Colorado — common questions

Is the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 48 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Colorado year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2010 Colorado problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (15 complaints), engine (7 complaints), other (5 complaints).

Does the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chevrolet Colorado years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Colorado years to avoid are 2016, 2015, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2017, 2018, 2023, 2007. The cleanest record among Colorado years belongs to 2014.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.