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2017 Chevrolet Colorado Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Power Train — runs 5.6× the fleet median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.
213Complaints
1Recalls
5Crashes
0Fires
6Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Power Train (47.4% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Power Train complaints here are 5.6× the median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Power Train101 · 47.4%not available
Electrical System39 · 18.3%not available
Engine26 · 12.2%not available
Steering19 · 8.9%not available
Fuel/propulsion System15 · 7%RecalledRecall 18V358000
Service Brakes11 · 5.2%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

POWER TRAIN101 · 47.4%
ENGINE26 · 12.2%
Unspecified / other24 · 11.3%
STEERING19 · 8.9%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM15 · 7%
SERVICE BRAKES11 · 5.2%
AIR BAGS8 · 3.8%
SEAT BELTS7 · 3.3%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL6 · 2.8%

Percentages are the share of the 213 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 1 campaign

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 18V358000 · 2018 · reported 05/31/2018

A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“FIRST ITEM: WHEN TRUCK IS PUT INTO PARK, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP AND THE KEY IS NOT ABLE TO BE TAKEN OUT OF THE…”NHTSA complaint 11395783 — filed 02/11/2021 · POWER TRAIN
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SHIFTING GEARS THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED HARD…”NHTSA complaint 11394314 — filed 02/02/2021 · POWER TRAIN
“WHEN DRIVING TRANSMISSION SHIFTING PROBLEMS, SUDDENLY CHANGING GEARS. JUST A FEW, I TOOK THE TRUCK TO THE DEALER ON 1/14/2021, FOR AN OIL CHANGE AND…”NHTSA complaint 11389711 — filed 01/25/2021 · POWER TRAIN

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado?

Power train issues are the most-reported category, cited in 101 of 213 NHTSA complaints (47.4%), followed by electrical system (39), engine (26), unspecified/other issues (24). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado have?

213 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 5 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 6 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?

Yes — 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign, including campaign 18V358000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.