2005 Chevrolet Colorado problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes, Hydraulic (40) · Electrical System (40) · Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch (20)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
287 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Child Seat 2010-11-18 · campaign 10V575000 · 192,676 vehicles
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 DOE
Risk: 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 RESTRAI
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (654)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2025-07-18 · PIP5601C · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this pi communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from tac.
Unknown Or Other 2025-05-30 · PIT5074R · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about the use of j-35616-64b and mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
Unknown Or Other 2025-05-30 · PIT5074R · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about the use of j-35616-64b and mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
Unknown Or Other 2025-05-30 · PIT5074R · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about the use of j-35616-64b and mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
Unknown Or Other 2025-03-28 · 23-NA-001 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on onstar module 2g sunset information.
Unknown Or Other 2025-02-20 · PIP5358D · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment by engineering. technician will need to
Showing the 6 most recent of 654 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-09-09 · Structure:frame And Members · 130,000 mi“the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet colorado. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a loud banging sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. upon inspection, the contact discovered that the side frame of the vehicle was fractured. the dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufact…”
2023-04-29 · Suspension“my truck bed is resting against my cab due to frame rot. there is big chunks missing from the frame. …”
2022-03-20 · Exterior Lighting“vehicle taillights failed to function when lights come on at night. i became aware of this when another motorist stopped beside me to tell me. fuse and lightbulbs work when tested.…”
2022-03-20 · Unknown Or Other“the driver side frame has rusted through in more than on location. passenger side frame has rust but still solid. dealership and private mechanic said this is a common problem with 2005 colorado. dealership will not buy vehicle for liability reasons. frame could crack while driving and cause unsafe driving conditions. the body and engine is in g…”
2021-03-29 · Power Train · 169,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet colorado. the contact stated while driving 40 mph, the vehicle hesitated whenever the accelerator pedal was depressed. the contact stated no warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with the chassis needing to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaire…”
2021-02-06 · Exterior Lighting“the brake and tail lights quit and i cant figure out why. i replaced the bulbs.…”
2020-08-12 · Wheels · 1,816,000 mi“i'm on disability ,hard of hearing, and bad spine,,,but i bought this truck at fieldmans in lansing mich,,the dealer or carfax did not mention that the frame was rusted and broke on driver side rear leafspings,,now what do i do…”
2020-05-26 · Structure:body · 139,550 mi“frame is rotted through, and now unable to pass inspection. *tr…”
2020-03-09 · Air Bags · 💥 crash“quiet morning no traffic. i was driving east on 28th street in grand rapids, mi. between 15-20 miles i was approaching a traffic light.no potholes, small dents on the road when suddenly out of no where the air bags exploited and deployed out. the air bag hit my right hand and also block my visibility. this incident cause to hit the car in front of …”
2020-01-22 · Suspension · 125,226 mi“had vehicle on lift for safety inspection found the frame of the vehicle rotted out behind the cab near the left leaf spring mount. the spring mount has since collapsed into the frame making the vehicle inoperable and a safety hazard. no parts are available from the manufacturer to repair. there are many documented instances of a problem with these…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.