This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2024 Chevrolet Colorado brakes problems
severe Owners of the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado have filed 18 NHTSA complaints about the brakes at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
Complaints
18
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 Colorado | 6 |
| 2021 Colorado | 10 |
| 2022 Colorado | 6 |
| 2023 Colorado | 18 |
| 2024 Colorado (this page) | 18 |
| 2025 Colorado | 10 |
3crashes
3injuries
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This informational bulletin provides information on the brake system warning lamp illuminated on driver information center (DIC), brake pedal goes closer to the floor and/or is harder to push.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This service bulletin provides customer information for rear unwanted automatic braking, usually when reversing out of a garage or driveway.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of 2024 Chevrolet Colorado trucks describe multiple, distinct brake system failures happening at low mileage. Uneven brake pad wear—inner pads wearing much faster than outer pads—is tied to a factory clip installation defect documented in GM service bulletin 25-NA-365 (which covers 2023–2026 models). Dealerships acknowledge the bulletin but are not treating it as a recall, leaving owners to pay out of pocket despite the manufacturer's own documentation of the defect.
More serious are brake master cylinder failures occurring as early as 2,963 miles, causing loss of power-assisted braking. One owner's truck failed twice: the dealer replaced the master cylinder under warranty after the first failure at roughly 3,000 miles, but the brakes failed again at 6,500 miles while the vehicle was moving downhill in rain. The driver could not stop the truck and crashed, causing injury requiring ambulance transport and months of treatment.
Owners also report the brake pedal sinking to the floor during startup or low-speed braking, and the electronic brake power-assist (eBoost) system intermittently failing after auto start-stop engine restarts, leaving the pedal rock-hard and requiring excessive force. The automatic emergency braking system has failed to engage in collision scenarios and in other cases has activated falsely with no nearby vehicles. Front rotors are warping prematurely at relatively low mileage. Across all these issues, owners cite extended parts backlogs, slow dealer turnaround, and reluctance from Chevrolet to acknowledge or address the pattern of failures.
Same Chevrolet Colorado brakes reports on nearby years: 2023
Failure modes owners describe
Uneven brake pad wear from factory clip installation defect
Inner brake pads wear significantly faster than outer pads due to improperly installed brake pad clips at the factory. GM issued service bulletin 25-NA-365 (2023–2026 models) documenting this defect, but dealerships have not been covering the repair as a recall or warranty item, treating it as normal maintenance wear.
When: Around 20,000 miles reported; occurs early in vehicle life
Symptoms owners cite: Inner brake pads severely worn compared to outer pads; Brake wear indicator malfunction or no percentage displayed; Vehicle prompts message asking if new brake pads were installed; Accelerated brake pad consumption
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership replacement of clips and brake pads; owners report being denied warranty coverage despite service bulletin; $500 out-of-pocket reported in one case
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Service bulletin 25-NA-365 issued for 2023–2026 models; not issued as recall; dealerships declining to cover repairs under warranty
Brake master cylinder internal failure with eBoost power assist loss
Master cylinder fails internally, causing complete or near-complete loss of power-assisted braking (eBoost system). In the most severe case documented, this resulted in a crash with serious injuries. DTC codes and internal cartridge seal defects have been cited. GM has issued warranty replacements but repair lead times are prolonged.
When: As early as 2,963 miles; second failure reported at 6,500 miles post-repair
Symptoms owners cite: Hard, resistant brake pedal requiring extreme force to slow vehicle; Complete brake failure or severely degraded braking; Check engine and ABS warning lights; Brake system failure warning message on dashboard; Vehicle enters intersection unable to stop
Codes mentioned: C058A, P25A2, P0562 (low voltage)
Repairs/costs cited: Master cylinder and reservoir replacement under warranty; parts backorder delays of 6+ weeks; one case involved total vehicle loss and injury requiring ambulance transport and months of concussion treatment
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Warranty replacement authorized per dealer diagnosis; GM bulletin PIT6012A (battery replacement and brake plunger motor sensor learn); class action Barron et al. v. GM LLC cites defective master cylinders with missing internal cartridge seal
Intermittent loss of brake power assist after auto start-stop restart
Following auto start-stop engine restart, the electronic brake boost (eBoost) system intermittently fails to provide power assist. The brake pedal becomes hard and requires excessive force to apply brakes. All warning lamps illuminate including ABS, ESC, traction control, and collision avoidance systems. Symptoms typically resolve within 1–2 minutes.
When: Upon engine restart triggered by auto start-stop; intermittent, happening 3+ times
Symptoms owners cite: Hard brake pedal requiring pump action to stop vehicle; Loss of power assist to brakes; All warning lamps illuminate at startup; Multiple system messages (ESC, ABS, traction control, collision avoidance, adaptive cruise control); ABS light persists while power assist is unavailable; Symptoms resolve within 1–2 minutes
Codes mentioned: P0562 (low voltage)
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer replaced battery; GM TAC provided radio software patch; ECU and accelerator pedal replaced without resolving issue; wiring harness from GM awaited as potential root cause
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: GM technical assistance (TAC) provided software patch for radio; parts replacements authorized by dealer
Brake pedal sinks to floor before or during operation
Brake pedal sinks fully to the floor before starting the vehicle or while braking at low speed, indicating loss of brake pressure or hydraulic integrity. In one case, the brake plunger motor sensor learn was required. In another, ABS pump replacement was eventually needed after month-long backorder delays.
When: Before vehicle start and during low-speed parking lot braking; 4,500 miles reported
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal sinks completely to floor before engine start; Soft or non-responsive brake pedal during braking; Peculiar noise from ABS pump or solenoids; ABS check engine light illuminates
Repairs/costs cited: ABS pump replacement; technician service visits needed to replicate; parts on nationwide backorder with weeks of delay; $420+ repair costs cited
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership ordered parts; GM bulletin PIT6012A referenced for brake plunger motor sensor learn
Warped front brake rotors and accelerated wear
Front brake rotors warp prematurely and show signs of extreme wear. Uneven pad wear is often concurrent, with inner pads degrading faster. Dealerships attribute this to normal wear, but the premature rotor warping and uneven wear pattern suggest an underlying defect. Squealing and shuddering reported.
When: As early as 517 miles; reported at 16,600 miles and higher
Symptoms owners cite: Front brake rotors warped; Rotors and brakes shudder during braking; Brake squealing when stopping; Uneven rotor wear; Uneven pad wear (inner pad 2 mm, outer pad 7 mm)
Repairs/costs cited: Front and rear brake rotor and pad replacement; costs $420+; dealership claims normal wear despite premature failure compared to previous model year
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Service bulletin 25-NA-365 available to identify brake pad clip wear; some vehicles denied coverage if VIN not listed in bulletin
Automatic emergency braking (AEB) system failure or false activation
The forward collision avoidance and automatic emergency braking (AEB) system either fails to engage when required (collision imminent) or activates falsely with no nearby vehicles. AEB system shows as unavailable in some cases, linked to brake control module or BCM issues.
When: Early in vehicle operation; false activations occur during normal driving
Symptoms owners cite: AEB fails to engage during collision scenario; Vehicle strikes another vehicle or object due to AEB non-activation; False emergency braking activation with no traffic nearby; Seat belt sudden locking from emergency braking; AEB system shows unavailable; Parking brake warning light illuminates concurrent with AEB unavailability; BCM makes clicking noises
Repairs/costs cited: No repair documented in available narratives; one vehicle not yet diagnosed or repaired
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer notified and case opened in one collision scenario; no recall issued; issue linked to brake control module or BCM malfunction
Synthesized from 18 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
The front brake pads are showing extremely uneven ware. Outer brake pad is at 2mm and the inner is at 7mm due to a spring issue on the front caliper. There is also a lip on the left rotor. The tech used 25-NA-365 to help identify the issue. However, my VIN is not covered under this repair. The result is a $500 out of pocket repair for something that should be a mfg defect and not wear and tear.…
Visibly observed antifreeze / coolant leaking from top radiator hose where it connects to the radiator. Dealer replaced upper radiator o-ring but it's still leaking. At 17000 miles a service brake warning message showed up on information screen. Front brake rotors are warped. Dealer states normal wear on front brakes. Also the dealership stated the front left inner brake pad was down to 2mm of…
On the afternoon of [XXX], I had an interesting incident in a parking lot while slowly pulling into a parking spot. As I began braking, the brake pedal suddenly sank to the floor, forcing me to engage the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. After restarting the truck, the pedal firmness returned, but I noticed a peculiar sound, likely originating from the ABS pump or solenoids. No warning…
Had brakes trouble with your 2024 Chevrolet Colorado?
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Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado?
It's a meaningful issue. 18 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Based on the 18 complaints filed, brakes issues most often appear around 4,700 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2024/Chevrolet/Colorado.
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