Chevrolet Colorado 2023 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Chevrolet Colorado 2023 and 137 complaints filed by owners. It has 22% fewer complaints than the average Chevrolet Colorado from 2016–2025 (177 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Chevrolet Colorado 2023? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Chevrolet Colorado 2023
Seat belts
NHTSA campaign 24V703000 · 2024-09-19
What happens
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chevrolet Colorado and 2023 GMC Canyon vehicles. The left or right front seat may have a seat belt buckle attachment bolt that was not tightened properly.
Consequence
A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the left and right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242453720.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Wheels
NHTSA campaign 24V237000 · 2024-03-28
What happens
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front wheel hub bolts may have been over-tightened and damaged during installation.
Consequence
Damaged bolts may loosen or break, which can result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232431480.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Electrical system
NHTSA campaign 24V133000 · 2024-02-22
What happens
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front camera module (FCM) system may falsely detect an obstacle, causing the automatic emergency braking (AEB) to engage unexpectedly.
Consequence
Unexpected automatic emergency braking can cause the vehicle to abruptly stop or slow down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the front camera module (FCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. 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 A232424660.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
137 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
2 with a crash · 6 injuries
Most reported problems on the Chevrolet Colorado 2023
- Forward collision avoidance: 46 (34% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 44 (32% of complaints)
- Brakes: 25 (18% of complaints)
- Engine: 21 (15% of complaints)
- Lane departure assist: 17 (12% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Chevrolet Colorado 2023
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Ask whether the system braked on its own for no reason ("phantom braking") and whether software updates are pending.
- Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
- Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| 2023 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC RWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Chevrolet Colorado recalls by year
- 2016 : 4 recalls · 712 complaints
- 2017 : 1 recall · 216 complaints
- 2018 : 1 recall · 183 complaints
- 2019 : 0 recalls · 150 complaints
- 2020 : 0 recalls · 85 complaints
- 2021 : 1 recall · 78 complaints
- 2022 : 1 recall · 56 complaints
- 2023 : 3 recalls · 137 complaints
- 2024 : 3 recalls · 123 complaints
- 2025 : 1 recall · 27 complaints
Guides for this check
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Colorado 2023 have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Chevrolet Colorado 2023. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Chevrolet Colorado 2023?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: forward collision avoidance (46 of 137 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 16, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).