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2022 Chevrolet Colorado problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado sits mid-pack among Colorado years: 62 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 129, with a single recall and no defect investigations.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 19 reports (31% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

62

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

3

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2022 compare to other Colorado years?

Colorado NHTSA complaints by model year, 2022 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, 2022 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2022 Chevrolet Colorado problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1931%
Steering1118%
Other813%
Brakes58%
Transmission35%
Driver Assistance35%
Engine35%
Body & Structure23%
Latches & Locks12%
Seats12%
Speed Control12%
Fuel System12%
Suspension12%
Tires & Wheels12%
Lighting12%
Airbags12%

Does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V375000SeatsMay 26, 2022 · 1,631 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado vehicles equipped with a manual passenger seat. The front passenger seat may have a hook attachment that was not properly welded, allowing it to separate from the inboard track of the seat frame.

Consequence

An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat and replace the cushion frame, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2022. 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 N222368320.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“The contact's partner owned a 2022 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that upon placing the vehicle into park, he went into a store while his partner remained in the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle began to roll back as an abnormal, whining sound began to emit from the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 5, 2022 · crash

“Seems to be a common problem but has a notchy feeling in the steering causing you to have to balance the steering wheel back and forth and is unsafe. Feels like it gets stuck. I may sell the truck as it is a safety issue. I only have 22-k miles on the vehicle. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · February 27, 2025

“Recently, on multiple occasions, have not been able to move console shift handle into PARK position to remove ignition key. This results in vehicle remaining in ACCESSORIES mode. I can turn radio OFF, but driving lights as well as any accessory remain POWERED on. Searched NHTSA for any recalls and…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · September 7, 2024

“Locking brakes on the front driver side. Been to the dealer for 5 times for same problem. The problem started 5 days after buying the car and happened several times since than even after having the vehicle service by the dealer.”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · June 20, 2022

“The contact's partner owned a 2022 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that upon placing the vehicle into park, he went into a store while his partner remained in the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle began to roll back as an abnormal, whining sound began to emit from the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · June 5, 2022 · crash

2022 Chevrolet Colorado — common questions

Is the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 62 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Colorado year, with 1 recall and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2022 Colorado problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (19 complaints), steering (11 complaints), other (8 complaints).

Does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2022 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.

How safe is the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

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.