CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Chevrolet Colorado has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 715 complaints with NHTSA, including 14 crashes, 1 fire, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (464 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 4 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2016 Chevrolet Colorado recalls
High-Pressure Fuel Pump Can Detach, Risking Fuel Leak and Fire
The high-pressure fuel pump in these vehicles may detach from its mounting flange.
Driver Airbag May Not Inflate Properly in Crash
The driver's frontal airbag may not inflate correctly during the second stage of deployment in a high-speed crash.
Driver Airbag May Not Inflate Properly in High-Speed Crash
Certain 2016 Chevrolet Colorado, Chevrolet Malibu, and GMC Canyon vehicles built in early 2016 have a driver frontal airbag that may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in a high-speed crash.
Console lid latch may fail in a crash, letting items strike occupants
The console compartment lid latch assembly may not keep the console door closed during a crash.
Most common 2016 Chevrolet Colorado problems
Problem areas named in the 715 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 464 |
| Electrical System | 122 |
| Power Train | 97 |
| Unknown Or Other | 48 |
| Engine | 48 |
| Service Brakes | 39 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 36 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 24 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 18 |
| Air Bags | 10 |
What owners report
EPS disable while driving, Service Stabilitrak message displayed, ESC/TCS disabled, EPS/TDM code C0545 [0x00] ABS/ESC/EBCM code U0420 [0x42]
While driving a warning will pop up and says "stabilitrack." All I can do is put my hazards, wait on the side of the road, and turn off the vehicle to see if it goes away. I can't drive in that state as the steering wheel gets really hard to control. The steering that make it easier to move the steering wheel (left and right to drive) goes off. So, I am having to put all my strength to make a turn or continue driving. It becomes a huge problem when I am on the highway as it can cause an accident.
While driving, the truck can suddenly lose power steering and traction control without warning. When this occurs, steering becomes extremely difficult and creates a significant safety risk, particularly at higher speeds or when turning. Restarting the vehicle will sometimes restore power steering, but the problem can persist after restarting. Because the failure is unpredictable and can occur at any time while driving, I am concerned that it could result in loss of vehicle control or a crash.
The truck suddenly losses power steering and traction control during trips rendering the vehicle with no power steering. Upon stopping and restarting the truck, the power steering can return to the vehicle or stay turned off. This is a concerning safety issue as the power steering can give out at any point during a trip.
While driving, the steering suddenly failed. I was physically unable to steer the vehicle, which made it impossible to continue driving safely. This has happened a few times and I have been able to turn the vehicle off and restart and the steering will work again.
2016 Chevrolet Colorado safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC RWD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 3 (21.9% rollover risk) |
| 2016 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 3 (21.2% rollover risk) |
| 2016 Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC RWD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 3 (22.0% rollover risk) |
| 2016 Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC 4WD | ★★★★ 4-star | 4 | 5 | 3 (21.4% rollover risk) |
2016 Chevrolet Colorado questions
Does the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado: High-Pressure Fuel Pump Can Detach, Risking Fuel Leak and Fire; Driver Airbag May Not Inflate Properly in Crash; Driver Airbag May Not Inflate Properly in High-Speed Crash; Console lid latch may fail in a crash, letting items strike occupants. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado?
Based on 715 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (464), Electrical System (122), Power Train (97).
How safe is the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado up to 4 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Chevrolet Colorado has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.