2006 Chevrolet Colorado owner complaints

The passlock system is an issue with this vehicle. The vehicle will not start on occasion, or in my case several occasions. Not only is it inconvenient, but I ask, what has happened to people who have stalled with this vehicle at stop lights or in other situations? I live in an area where the weather can drop to -30 (f). 10 minutes to wait for the system to reset can have detrimental effects. How many fatalities and injuries will it take before gm and the NHTSA act? This is a safety issue and it needs to be addressed. Our tax dollars bailed out gm, I expect a product that will not put me in a dangerous situation. Thank you for your time. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet colorado. The contact stated that when the ignition switch was turned into the on position, the vehicle would make an igniting noise but would not start. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 47,000.

Some times the truck will not start for ten min. I have had the truck 3 times stop running and had to coast off the road. It restarted after sitting without repair. *tr

Have experienced problems with my truck's pass lock/anti-theft switch. The truck will not start and it takes ten minutes before the truck restarts. I had only about 22,000 miles on the truck when the problem first occurred. This issue continues to be a problem. The truck on has 26,000 miles. This problem could easily become a safety issue if truck shuts off in traffic. There should be a recall. Does someone have to die before a recall to happen? *tr

I am going to get gas and go in side to pay and it wont start cranks no advise I had the same 5 times before the midway Chevrolet fix it a bad ignition switch part #63779 o a bill for the parts $416.74 the theft system would work and it would stop working it is a switch for the gas I think I need to be pay back. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet colorado. While driving approximately between 10-15 MPH, the engine completely stalled due to electrical failure. The engine restarted after the contact waited five to ten minutes. The failure occurred four different times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and a diagnostic testing was performed twice which detected no trouble codes. The failure continued. The failure mileage was 48,500.

Like all the other reports and complaints I have read online about this type of vehicle. I have the same problem with my 2006 Chevy colorado. I bought the truck 4 years ago almost brand new and I'm still paying for it but can't move it because it would not pass the state emissions test. I have spent about $1,000 trying to fix my truck, buying parts and replacing them because the check engine light came on. At the end I was told it had several misfires and had to do with the camshaft solenoid position. The truck would come to a complete stop while going to an intersection or a stop sign . I was told and also read that my only solution to fix this problem is to put in another engine but with time the same problem will come back. I guess this problem should be handled by the manufacturer

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet colorado. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without any warning and failed to restart. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 24,306.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet colorado. The contact stated that the engine was a 4 cylinder 2.8 engine and would cause the vehicle to drive abnormally. The contact stated that the number 4 valve was sticking. The dealer diagnosed that the engine would need replacing. The engine was replaced by the dealer numerous times, but the failure continuosuly recurred. The dealer also rebuilt the transmission, but the contact was uncertain if the failure was directly related to the engine failure. The manufacturer was contacted, but denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. The failure mileage was 160,000 and the current mileage was 200,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Had to replace tie rod ends on my 2006 Chevy colorado pickup truck. The tie rods were worn out after 51000 miles. Truck would steer poorly. Not used off road or heavy use, normal driving! Don't have old parts. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet colorado. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. In addition, the steering wheel seized. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage 137,000.

Loss of power steering when at low engine rpms or idle pulling into or out of parking spaces. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet colorado. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the powering steering stopped working while turning on a curvy road. The contact pulled the vehicle to the side of the road, turned the ignition off for a few minutes and turned it back on and the power steering functioned properly again. The failure occurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician stated the power steering box and the sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 48,900.

Brake light switch out again. Had a recall on this in 2006. Matter was taken care of, but problems exists again. Called dealership and they said I am responsible for paying for the repair. Called customer assistance center through Chevrolet and they told me the same as the dealership. I believe this is a malfunction that gm needs to own up to and repair for me and all other customers with this problem at no charge. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet colorado. The cruise control and the brake lights were inoperative. He replaced the break light bulb. The repair did not remedy the failure. He filed report 71-786235821 with the manufacturer. He was advised that his vehicle identification number was excluded from recall 09v310000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). He was then advised to let them now what the dealer diagnosed and they might be able to help him. He took the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed. The stated that the break light switch failed. The vehicle will be repaired. The failure and current mileages were 65,000.

I own a 2006 Chevrolet colorado with 14,000 miles on it. I have taken my truck to the dealer on at least 5 occasions complaining of a terrible vibration. The vibration is horrible from 40-55+ miles per hour. The dealer has so far replaced the 2 front tires, replaced the air inside the tires, rotated the tires and most recently stated there is nothing else they can do. After the last visit, I said there is something wrong with the truck and you or gm are going to have to step up and do something. This is my only transportation and I am very nervous about driving the truck with this terrible vibration. Please let me know what else I can do. I think a recall is in the cards, either to replace the all the tires or make modifications to the truck frame, etc. *tr

1. Very thin metal, body panels, especially front fenders, move toward hood while waxing fenders, lower bed sides paper thin, bend very easily. 2. Bad vibration between 52-55 miles per hour. 3. Front bumper misaligned from factory, has a chip in paint in lower front fenders where and when bumper was installed at factory, one side was touched up at factory.4. Bed misaligned, too far toward drivers side.5. Interior very cheaply made, plastic panel behind seats (regular cab) squeaks, rattles. This truck was bought new with 33 miles on it, it now has 553 miles on it and I have owned it a month and a half. *jb

Dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at various speeds, there was an increased stopping distance, and the antilock brakes activated. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the front brake pads needed to be replaced, and the rotors resurfaced. Afterwards, the problem persisted. The manufacturer was not alerted.

2006 Chevy colorado- 4wd- z71, extend cab 1. Premature rear brake shoe wear (more than front disk); 2. Right brake light blows out repeatedly and shows shortout burns on contacts at bulb socket. Replacing bulb just blows each time. 3. Rear window leaks in heavy rain storms. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet colorado. When attempting to use the heat in her vehicle the blower fan will only operate on certain fan speeds. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealership. The current and failure mileages were 44000. Updated 02/17/10 *bf the consumer stated it appeared to be a short with the fan. Updated 02/17/10