2018 Chevrolet Colorado
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 78 of 182 complaints (43%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 216 in 2017 to 182 in 2018.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | vs. 2018 gas-powered vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,850–3,900 | 2,850–4,500 | 2,850–4,500 | 2,850–4,700 | 2,850–4,700 | |
| Combined MPG | 16–25 | 15–25 | 15–25 | 15–23 | 17–23 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15–22 / 17–30 | 15–22 / 15–30 | 15–22 / 15–30 | 15–20 / 15–30 | 16–20 / 18–30 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 400–555 | 405–589 | 403–589 | 403–572 | 406–532 | |
| Complaints filed | 701 | 216 | 182 | 149 | 83 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 5 | 4 | 3 | |
| Injuries reported | 6 | 6 | 3 | 12 | 4 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 8 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 78 of 182 NHTSA complaints (43%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado get?
EPA rates it 15–25 MPG combined across 10 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Chevrolet Colorado?
EPA estimates $2,850–$4,500 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (10)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 2.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 20 mpg | 26 mpg | 22 mpg | $2,850 (low) | 406 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.5L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 20 mpg | 26 mpg | 22 mpg | $2,850 (low) | 403 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 2.8L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 22 mpg (high) | 30 mpg (high) | 25 mpg (high) | $3,600 | 413 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 18 mpg | 25 mpg | 20 mpg | $3,100 | 440 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 2.5L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 19 mpg | 24 mpg | 21 mpg | $2,950 | 429 g/mi |
| Configuration 6 | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 2.8L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 20 mpg | 28 mpg | 23 mpg | $3,900 | 450 g/mi |
| Configuration 7 | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 2.8L | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 19 mpg | 22 mpg | 20 mpg | $4,500 (high) | 506 g/mi |
| Configuration 8 | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 17 mpg | 24 mpg | 19 mpg | $3,300 | 463 g/mi |
| Configuration 9 | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6L | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 16 mpg | 18 mpg | 17 mpg | $3,650 | 532 g/mi |
| Configuration 10 | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | 15 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | 15 mpg (low) | $4,150 | 589 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 23 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 78 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 34 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 5 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 36 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · Campaign 18V358000 · Jun 4, 2018
Defect: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Consequence: A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.