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ProblemsByVin File / 2022-CHEVROLET-COLORADO NHTSA data synced 9 hours ago
2022 · Chevrolet

Chevrolet Colorado problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 45 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

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Reliability score
8.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2022 Colorado?
Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
12 reports · fails ~4,600 mi · avg $850
moderate
steering
11 reports · fails ~15,517 mi · avg $700
moderate
brakes
5 reports · fails ~69,000 mi · avg $450
moderate
powertrain
3 reports · fails ~7,950 mi · avg $2,500
severe
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Generated from this 2022 Colorado's actual NHTSA complaint history — every item points at a documented failure pattern on this exact vehicle, not generic walkaround filler.
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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2022 Colorado?
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2022 Colorado · steering
Beginning in Nov 2025 my steering wheel occasionally catches, grabs or gets stuck at slow speeds in forward or reverse as I turn the wheel like pulling into a parking space. A loud noise also occurs as I ease the wheel off a little then power through the grab, which then…
2022 Colorado · electrical
Chevy shifter control gets stuck in a position that does not allow the car to recognize when it is in park and release the key out of the ignition switch. Yes, it is available upon request. Safety is at risk as the vehicle is not recognizing when the car is in park, could lead…
2022 Colorado · electrical
While driving, infotainment console/screen is over written with an INTERACTIVE screen demanding the driver to acknowledge privacy policy. INTERACTIVE while DRIVING. What kind of idiot thinks it's a good thing to distract a driver to fulfill a legal point??
2022 Colorado · steering
The key will not come out after park and engine turn off. It getting harder and harder each time to get the key out.
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 22V375000 May 26, 2022

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado vehicles equipped with a manual passenger seat

An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat and replace the cushion frame, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2022. 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 N222368320.

Common questions

Is the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?

On the NHTSA data, the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 12 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 4,600 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 4,600 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Chevrolet Colorado has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 45 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 9 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/Chevrolet/Colorado. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Chevrolet. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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