Chevrolet · Colorado · 2026
2026 Chevrolet Colorado
1
Recall
5
Complaints
4/5
NCAP overall
The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado has 1 recall and 5 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. One stored NHTSA configuration has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, not a rating for all versions. Most frequent stored component label: electrical system (1 reports).
Stored NHTSA configuration: 2026 CHEVROLET COLORADO PU/CC N/A RWD NCAP Vehicle ID: 21799
Ratings describe one stored NHTSA configuration, not every trim, body style or drivetrain for this model year. How this configuration is selected
Source: NHTSA Public Records
NHTSA source checks for this vehicle year
- Complaints
- Separate successful check not recorded.
- Recalls
- Separate successful check not recorded.
- Safety ratings
- Separate successful check not recorded.
- Investigations
- Separate successful check not recorded.
- Manufacturer communications
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Checks are recorded separately for each dataset, not for the whole page. Dates use UTC. A missing check date does not mean no records exist.
Vehicle import recorded: Apr 28, 2026. This is the stored import date, not confirmation that every source was successfully refreshed.
Research Context
The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most frequent complete stored component label is electrical system with 1 reported complaint.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado currently shows 1 NHTSA recall listed on this page and 5 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 4/5 overall NHTSA rating for one stored configuration, not all versions.
- The most frequent complete stored component labels on this page are electrical system (1), electrical system,latches/locks/linkages (1), forward collision avoidance (1).
- Vehicle
- 2026 Chevrolet Colorado
- Recalls
- 1
- Complaints
- 5
- Stored Configuration Overall Rating
- 4/5. Stored NHTSA configuration: 2026 CHEVROLET COLORADO PU/CC N/A RWD. NCAP Vehicle ID: 21799.
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Configuration Test Results
Stored NHTSA configuration: 2026 CHEVROLET COLORADO PU/CC N/A RWD NCAP Vehicle ID: 21799
Ratings describe one stored NHTSA configuration, not every trim, body style or drivetrain for this model year. How this configuration is selected
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
No rollover risk estimate available in this dataset
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 26V114000February 26, 2026
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”
Remedy Status
Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.
Owner Complaints
5 totalEXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 19, 2026
Front passenger headlight assembly is defective with less than 200 miles on vehicle. The defect is allowing excessive condensation in assembly and fogging up headlight brightness and assuming will eventually cause bulbs to prematurely burn out. This in my opinion is a safety conc...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Feb 12, 2026
The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle started, however the battery became drained. No warning lights were illuminated. Aft...
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FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Dec 8, 2025
The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH with the adaptive cruise control engaged, while the vehicle was approaching another vehicle from the rear, the vehicle failed to automatically slow down. The contact depressed the brake pedal...
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POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Nov 28, 2025
ECM Engine Control Module TCM Transmission Range Sensor TCM Transmission Control Module While driving in a 45 MPH speed zone in heavy traffic, the vehicle suddenly lost power and abruptly slowed down causing a number of other vehicles to have to break and swerve . Problem conf...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 16, 2025
[INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BLACK-OUT] While driving on I-15S, suddenly the Instrument Cluster went completely dark for 5-10 seconds. A scary and alarming development.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado have?
The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado has 1 recall recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado?
NHTSA has received 5 owner-reported complaints for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado?
Our stored NHTSA record for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Stored NHTSA configuration: 2026 CHEVROLET COLORADO PU/CC N/A RWD. NCAP Vehicle ID: 21799. Ratings describe one stored NHTSA configuration, not every trim, body style or drivetrain for this model year.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado?
The most frequent complete stored component labels for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado are electrical system (1 reports), electrical system,latches/locks/linkages (1 reports), forward collision avoidance (1 reports). These are exact-label counts, not broader component-group totals or confirmed defects.
Does the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 1 recall on record for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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