CHEVROLET COLORADO 2016

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Official Safety Recalls - Important!

4 Recalls

These are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.

General Motors Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 18V358000 SAFETY RECALL
895 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: May 31, 2018
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local CHEVROLET dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 18188 18268
Notice Date: Jul 2, 2018
Recall Date: May 31, 2018
General Motors Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 17V621000 SAFETY RECALL
16 Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Oct 5, 2017
Safety Issue:

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado, and 2016 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. The driver's frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash.

Potential Risk:
An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in a crash.
FREE Recall Solution:
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2017. 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 17387.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local CHEVROLET dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 17387
Notice Date: Nov 8, 2017
Recall Date: Oct 5, 2017
General Motors Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 16V125000 SAFETY RECALL
1.6K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Mar 2, 2016
Safety Issue:

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles manufactured January 19, 2016, to February 2, 2016, Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured January 9, 2016, to January 26, 2016, and 2016 GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured January 21, 2016, to February 4, 2016. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash.

Potential Risk:
An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 28030.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local CHEVROLET dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 28030
Notice Date: Apr 14, 2016
Recall Date: Mar 2, 2016
General Motors Llc
NHTSA Campaign: 15V807000 SAFETY RECALL
8.8K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Dec 1, 2015
Safety Issue:

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Colorado trucks manufactured August 25, 2015 to September 24, 2015, and GMC Canyon trucks manufactured August 28, 2015 to September 24, 2015. The affected vehicles have a console compartment lid latch assembly that may fail to keep the compartment door closed in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

Potential Risk:
If the console compartment door does not remain closed in a crash, the contents stored in the console may strike the vehicle occupants, increasing their risk of injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the console compartment door latch assembly, free of charge. The recall began on January 5, 2016. 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 16370.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local CHEVROLET dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 16370
Notice Date: Jan 5, 2016
Recall Date: Dec 1, 2015

Consumer Complaints

843 Complaints
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11665736 Other
Jun 9, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, the steering wheel became firm. The contact stated that there was an unknown message displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the power steering assist functionality returned soon after the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and it was determined that a faulty electrical connection had caused the rack and pinion to fail. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN. The contact was then referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, the steering wheel became firm. The contact stated that there was an unknown message displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the power steering assist functionality returned soon after the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and it was determined that a faulty electrical connection had caused the rack and pinion to fail. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN. The contact was then referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, the steering wheel became firm. The contact stated that there was an unknown message displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the power steering assist functionality returned soon after the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and it was determined that a faulty electrical connection had caused the rack and pinion to fail. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN. The contact was then referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11665736
Notice Date: Jun 9, 2025
Recall Date: Jun 9, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11665250 Other
Jun 6, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

While driving the power steering failed and the stabilitrack failed. The failure codes are C0545 and U0420 indicating a steering wheel torque sensor malfunction which was also a failure that prompted a recall on the 2015 chevrolet colorado. The dash flashed the warnings giving notice that both had failed.

Corrective Action:

While driving the power steering failed and the stabilitrack failed. The failure codes are C0545 and U0420 indicating a steering wheel torque sensor malfunction which was also a failure that prompted a recall on the 2015 chevrolet colorado. The dash flashed the warnings giving notice that both had failed.

Additional Notes:

While driving the power steering failed and the stabilitrack failed. The failure codes are C0545 and U0420 indicating a steering wheel torque sensor malfunction which was also a failure that prompted a recall on the 2015 chevrolet colorado. The dash flashed the warnings giving notice that both had failed.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11665250
Notice Date: Jun 6, 2025
Recall Date: Jun 6, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11664264 Other
Jun 2, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

The contact own a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the message "Loss of Power Steering - Drive with Care" was displayed, and the stabili-trak warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the failure had recurred several times while driving. The contact was able to the pull over to the side of the road. The contact stated that upon turning off and restarting the vehicle, the power steering became functional on some occasions; however, the failure persisted on other occasions. The contact stated that the failure had progressively worsened, and the vehicle had become undrivable. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

Corrective Action:

The contact own a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the message "Loss of Power Steering - Drive with Care" was displayed, and the stabili-trak warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the failure had recurred several times while driving. The contact was able to the pull over to the side of the road. The contact stated that upon turning off and restarting the vehicle, the power steering became functional on some occasions; however, the failure persisted on other occasions. The contact stated that the failure had progressively worsened, and the vehicle had become undrivable. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

Additional Notes:

The contact own a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the message "Loss of Power Steering - Drive with Care" was displayed, and the stabili-trak warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the failure had recurred several times while driving. The contact was able to the pull over to the side of the road. The contact stated that upon turning off and restarting the vehicle, the power steering became functional on some occasions; however, the failure persisted on other occasions. The contact stated that the failure had progressively worsened, and the vehicle had become undrivable. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11664264
Notice Date: Jun 2, 2025
Recall Date: Jun 2, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11664359 Other
Jun 2, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

There is a known issue on 2015 Chevy Colorado where the vehicles lose power steering. There was a recall issued by GM on 2015 Colorado. I contacted GM to inform them that I believe the same issue extends to 2016 Colorado as my vehicle is experiencing the same issue. I purchased my vehicle in October 2015 so its one for the first 2016 Colorado vehicles built. I lose power steering while driving at any speed and any condition, which is a safety concern. It is hard to control the machine when this happens. I believe the issue is electrical related as cycling the key switch clears the fault and allows normal operation until the next event occurs. GM said they were not issuing a recall on the 2016 models.

Corrective Action:

There is a known issue on 2015 Chevy Colorado where the vehicles lose power steering. There was a recall issued by GM on 2015 Colorado. I contacted GM to inform them that I believe the same issue extends to 2016 Colorado as my vehicle is experiencing the same issue. I purchased my vehicle in October 2015 so its one for the first 2016 Colorado vehicles built. I lose power steering while driving at any speed and any condition, which is a safety concern. It is hard to control the machine when this happens. I believe the issue is electrical related as cycling the key switch clears the fault and allows normal operation until the next event occurs. GM said they were not issuing a recall on the 2016 models.

Additional Notes:

There is a known issue on 2015 Chevy Colorado where the vehicles lose power steering. There was a recall issued by GM on 2015 Colorado. I contacted GM to inform them that I believe the same issue extends to 2016 Colorado as my vehicle is experiencing the same issue. I purchased my vehicle in October 2015 so its one for the first 2016 Colorado vehicles built. I lose power steering while driving at any speed and any condition, which is a safety concern. It is hard to control the machine when this happens. I believe the issue is electrical related as cycling the key switch clears the fault and allows normal operation until the next event occurs. GM said they were not issuing a recall on the 2016 models.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11664359
Notice Date: Jun 2, 2025
Recall Date: Jun 2, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11664469 Other
Jun 2, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

I lost power steering and stabilitrak appeared on the truck screen. I turned off the vehicle engine twice at different lights, but power steering did not come back and stabilitrak kept appearing. I recovered power steering after being at a store called Doorbuster for an hour or more. I was lucky I had gotten off the highway. This incident has happen in two other occasions.

Corrective Action:

I lost power steering and stabilitrak appeared on the truck screen. I turned off the vehicle engine twice at different lights, but power steering did not come back and stabilitrak kept appearing. I recovered power steering after being at a store called Doorbuster for an hour or more. I was lucky I had gotten off the highway. This incident has happen in two other occasions.

Additional Notes:

I lost power steering and stabilitrak appeared on the truck screen. I turned off the vehicle engine twice at different lights, but power steering did not come back and stabilitrak kept appearing. I recovered power steering after being at a store called Doorbuster for an hour or more. I was lucky I had gotten off the highway. This incident has happen in two other occasions.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11664469
Notice Date: Jun 2, 2025
Recall Date: Jun 2, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11661485 Other
May 16, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. The contact stated that the steering malfunction warning light was illuminated. The dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for further assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 197,050.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. The contact stated that the steering malfunction warning light was illuminated. The dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for further assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 197,050.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. The contact stated that the steering malfunction warning light was illuminated. The dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for further assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 197,050.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11661485
Notice Date: May 16, 2025
Recall Date: May 16, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11661566 Other
May 16, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

Today is [XXX], I’ll be looking up the other date that this happened to me. I was going 65 miles an hour on [XXX] and Oregon I lost my power steering and almost lost control of the vehicle on the freeway because my control systems started going haywire and I could not steer the truck with out considerable strength. I was in the far left-hand lane as I slowly merged to the emergency shoulder I received a service power steering light. According to Chevy, the part number that needs to be replaced is the same recall part number that they did in the 2015 Chevy Colorado. This is dangerous and unacceptable. If my wife was driving the car we would’ve been in a serious accident, cause she would not have the strength to manually get the car off the freeway or if this was happening like it did last time while I was turning, and I almost got rear-ended by a semi truck please help me get back to me. I know this has been reported hundreds if not, thousands of time by other Colorado owners. Sorry about the photo today being blurry, but you can see the track control is off and it’s saying power steering has been disabled. It’s blurry, but you can make it out. Respectfully, [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Corrective Action:

Today is [XXX], I’ll be looking up the other date that this happened to me. I was going 65 miles an hour on [XXX] and Oregon I lost my power steering and almost lost control of the vehicle on the freeway because my control systems started going haywire and I could not steer the truck with out considerable strength. I was in the far left-hand lane as I slowly merged to the emergency shoulder I received a service power steering light. According to Chevy, the part number that needs to be replaced is the same recall part number that they did in the 2015 Chevy Colorado. This is dangerous and unacceptable. If my wife was driving the car we would’ve been in a serious accident, cause she would not have the strength to manually get the car off the freeway or if this was happening like it did last time while I was turning, and I almost got rear-ended by a semi truck please help me get back to me. I know this has been reported hundreds if not, thousands of time by other Colorado owners. Sorry about the photo today being blurry, but you can see the track control is off and it’s saying power steering has been disabled. It’s blurry, but you can make it out. Respectfully, [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Additional Notes:

Today is [XXX], I’ll be looking up the other date that this happened to me. I was going 65 miles an hour on [XXX] and Oregon I lost my power steering and almost lost control of the vehicle on the freeway because my control systems started going haywire and I could not steer the truck with out considerable strength. I was in the far left-hand lane as I slowly merged to the emergency shoulder I received a service power steering light. According to Chevy, the part number that needs to be replaced is the same recall part number that they did in the 2015 Chevy Colorado. This is dangerous and unacceptable. If my wife was driving the car we would’ve been in a serious accident, cause she would not have the strength to manually get the car off the freeway or if this was happening like it did last time while I was turning, and I almost got rear-ended by a semi truck please help me get back to me. I know this has been reported hundreds if not, thousands of time by other Colorado owners. Sorry about the photo today being blurry, but you can see the track control is off and it’s saying power steering has been disabled. It’s blurry, but you can make it out. Respectfully, [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11661566
Notice Date: May 16, 2025
Recall Date: May 16, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11660581 Other
May 13, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

While driving, after being on the road for about 15 minutes the power steering went out and did not return. A warning notice for the power steering system came on with a notice for stabilink. It became extremely difficult to maneuver the vehicle. After returning home the vehicle was turned off. Later that night I turned the vehicle back on and the warnings were gone and the power steering had returned.

Corrective Action:

While driving, after being on the road for about 15 minutes the power steering went out and did not return. A warning notice for the power steering system came on with a notice for stabilink. It became extremely difficult to maneuver the vehicle. After returning home the vehicle was turned off. Later that night I turned the vehicle back on and the warnings were gone and the power steering had returned.

Additional Notes:

While driving, after being on the road for about 15 minutes the power steering went out and did not return. A warning notice for the power steering system came on with a notice for stabilink. It became extremely difficult to maneuver the vehicle. After returning home the vehicle was turned off. Later that night I turned the vehicle back on and the warnings were gone and the power steering had returned.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11660581
Notice Date: May 13, 2025
Recall Date: May 13, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11660148 Other
May 10, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

Losss of powwr steering assist. Randomly would lose power steering snd the wheel would try to straighten. Around corners at any speed it did it randomly. Whe. It first happened i was turning going 40mph and it almost yanked me into a wall. Every bump.on the road tries to yank the wheel s different direction. When I brake it pulls the steering wheel another direction. Progressively getting worse and worse. Now it doesnt go away. Constant loss of steering assistance, service stabilitrak light, service power steering light. Warning light for loss of steering assist, service stabilitrak, service power steering. Same issue as the 2015 colorado. Haven't taken to a dealer as they want to charge me for the diagnostic and repair.

Corrective Action:

Losss of powwr steering assist. Randomly would lose power steering snd the wheel would try to straighten. Around corners at any speed it did it randomly. Whe. It first happened i was turning going 40mph and it almost yanked me into a wall. Every bump.on the road tries to yank the wheel s different direction. When I brake it pulls the steering wheel another direction. Progressively getting worse and worse. Now it doesnt go away. Constant loss of steering assistance, service stabilitrak light, service power steering light. Warning light for loss of steering assist, service stabilitrak, service power steering. Same issue as the 2015 colorado. Haven't taken to a dealer as they want to charge me for the diagnostic and repair.

Additional Notes:

Losss of powwr steering assist. Randomly would lose power steering snd the wheel would try to straighten. Around corners at any speed it did it randomly. Whe. It first happened i was turning going 40mph and it almost yanked me into a wall. Every bump.on the road tries to yank the wheel s different direction. When I brake it pulls the steering wheel another direction. Progressively getting worse and worse. Now it doesnt go away. Constant loss of steering assistance, service stabilitrak light, service power steering light. Warning light for loss of steering assist, service stabilitrak, service power steering. Same issue as the 2015 colorado. Haven't taken to a dealer as they want to charge me for the diagnostic and repair.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11660148
Notice Date: May 10, 2025
Recall Date: May 10, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11659171 Other
May 6, 2025
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

The contact stated the company they work for owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission would slip intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the transmission failed. The transmission was replaced. When attempting to start the vehicle it failed to start. They had to jump-start the battery to start the vehicle. The battery was replaced by O'Rileys, a battery specialty shop. Approximately a year later, while another employee was driving at approximately 65 MPH when smoke began coming from underneath the vehicle's hood. The driver pulled over and exited the vehicle. The fire department came and put the fire out. The fire department informed the contact that the cause of the fire was because the battery caught fire. The fire department filed a report. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. There were no injuries or need for medical assistance. The contact spoke with the dealer who informed them that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.

Corrective Action:

The contact stated the company they work for owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission would slip intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the transmission failed. The transmission was replaced. When attempting to start the vehicle it failed to start. They had to jump-start the battery to start the vehicle. The battery was replaced by O'Rileys, a battery specialty shop. Approximately a year later, while another employee was driving at approximately 65 MPH when smoke began coming from underneath the vehicle's hood. The driver pulled over and exited the vehicle. The fire department came and put the fire out. The fire department informed the contact that the cause of the fire was because the battery caught fire. The fire department filed a report. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. There were no injuries or need for medical assistance. The contact spoke with the dealer who informed them that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.

Additional Notes:

The contact stated the company they work for owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission would slip intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the transmission failed. The transmission was replaced. When attempting to start the vehicle it failed to start. They had to jump-start the battery to start the vehicle. The battery was replaced by O'Rileys, a battery specialty shop. Approximately a year later, while another employee was driving at approximately 65 MPH when smoke began coming from underneath the vehicle's hood. The driver pulled over and exited the vehicle. The fire department came and put the fire out. The fire department informed the contact that the cause of the fire was because the battery caught fire. The fire department filed a report. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. There were no injuries or need for medical assistance. The contact spoke with the dealer who informed them that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11659171
Notice Date: May 6, 2025
Recall Date: May 6, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11659171 Other
May 6, 2025
Defect Description:

POWER TRAIN

Potential Consequences:

The contact stated the company they work for owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission would slip intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the transmission failed. The transmission was replaced. When attempting to start the vehicle it failed to start. They had to jump-start the battery to start the vehicle. The battery was replaced by O'Rileys, a battery specialty shop. Approximately a year later, while another employee was driving at approximately 65 MPH when smoke began coming from underneath the vehicle's hood. The driver pulled over and exited the vehicle. The fire department came and put the fire out. The fire department informed the contact that the cause of the fire was because the battery caught fire. The fire department filed a report. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. There were no injuries or need for medical assistance. The contact spoke with the dealer who informed them that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.

Corrective Action:

The contact stated the company they work for owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission would slip intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the transmission failed. The transmission was replaced. When attempting to start the vehicle it failed to start. They had to jump-start the battery to start the vehicle. The battery was replaced by O'Rileys, a battery specialty shop. Approximately a year later, while another employee was driving at approximately 65 MPH when smoke began coming from underneath the vehicle's hood. The driver pulled over and exited the vehicle. The fire department came and put the fire out. The fire department informed the contact that the cause of the fire was because the battery caught fire. The fire department filed a report. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. There were no injuries or need for medical assistance. The contact spoke with the dealer who informed them that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.

Additional Notes:

The contact stated the company they work for owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission would slip intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed the transmission failed. The transmission was replaced. When attempting to start the vehicle it failed to start. They had to jump-start the battery to start the vehicle. The battery was replaced by O'Rileys, a battery specialty shop. Approximately a year later, while another employee was driving at approximately 65 MPH when smoke began coming from underneath the vehicle's hood. The driver pulled over and exited the vehicle. The fire department came and put the fire out. The fire department informed the contact that the cause of the fire was because the battery caught fire. The fire department filed a report. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled. There were no injuries or need for medical assistance. The contact spoke with the dealer who informed them that the VIN was not included in a recall. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11659171
Notice Date: May 6, 2025
Recall Date: May 6, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11659240 Other
May 6, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering failure warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the power steering function was independently reset. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V213000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent at first but had become a persistent failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 106,250.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering failure warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the power steering function was independently reset. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V213000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent at first but had become a persistent failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 106,250.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering failure warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the power steering function was independently reset. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V213000 (Steering); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent at first but had become a persistent failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 106,250.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11659240
Notice Date: May 6, 2025
Recall Date: May 6, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11658949 Other
May 5, 2025
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

Wiring harness problem resulting in loss of power to a/c, and other electrical components such as radio scrolling without being called for, only small portion on left side of touch screen works. Problem previously reported under 11516530. Dealership that sold me the vehicle and other automotive shops want $75 or more just to look at the problem. Current mileage on this vehicle is just over 50,000 miles. [XXX] living in Florida and I have been without a/c since last summer. Prior to that the power steering & brakes would go out without warning. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Corrective Action:

Wiring harness problem resulting in loss of power to a/c, and other electrical components such as radio scrolling without being called for, only small portion on left side of touch screen works. Problem previously reported under 11516530. Dealership that sold me the vehicle and other automotive shops want $75 or more just to look at the problem. Current mileage on this vehicle is just over 50,000 miles. [XXX] living in Florida and I have been without a/c since last summer. Prior to that the power steering & brakes would go out without warning. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Additional Notes:

Wiring harness problem resulting in loss of power to a/c, and other electrical components such as radio scrolling without being called for, only small portion on left side of touch screen works. Problem previously reported under 11516530. Dealership that sold me the vehicle and other automotive shops want $75 or more just to look at the problem. Current mileage on this vehicle is just over 50,000 miles. [XXX] living in Florida and I have been without a/c since last summer. Prior to that the power steering & brakes would go out without warning. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11658949
Notice Date: May 5, 2025
Recall Date: May 5, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11658294 Other
May 1, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

While driving power steering goes out. It is in an independent service center. Loss power steering while driving almost lost control of vehicle. Independent service center has confirmed it's the same as 2015 recall. Yes, an independent service center has the truck since April 25. Yes, power steering warning and stabilitrack came on with loss of power steering

Corrective Action:

While driving power steering goes out. It is in an independent service center. Loss power steering while driving almost lost control of vehicle. Independent service center has confirmed it's the same as 2015 recall. Yes, an independent service center has the truck since April 25. Yes, power steering warning and stabilitrack came on with loss of power steering

Additional Notes:

While driving power steering goes out. It is in an independent service center. Loss power steering while driving almost lost control of vehicle. Independent service center has confirmed it's the same as 2015 recall. Yes, an independent service center has the truck since April 25. Yes, power steering warning and stabilitrack came on with loss of power steering

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11658294
Notice Date: May 1, 2025
Recall Date: May 1, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11656813 Other
Apr 25, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the steering failed to respond, and the steering became difficult to turn. There were no warning lights illuminated; however, messages “Loss of Steering Assist” and “Stabili-trac” were displayed. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle regained steering functionality. The contact was able to dive the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the steering failed to respond, and the steering became difficult to turn. There were no warning lights illuminated; however, messages “Loss of Steering Assist” and “Stabili-trac” were displayed. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle regained steering functionality. The contact was able to dive the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the steering failed to respond, and the steering became difficult to turn. There were no warning lights illuminated; however, messages “Loss of Steering Assist” and “Stabili-trac” were displayed. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle regained steering functionality. The contact was able to dive the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11656813
Notice Date: Apr 25, 2025
Recall Date: Apr 25, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11656813 Other
Apr 25, 2025
Defect Description:

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

Potential Consequences:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the steering failed to respond, and the steering became difficult to turn. There were no warning lights illuminated; however, messages “Loss of Steering Assist” and “Stabili-trac” were displayed. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle regained steering functionality. The contact was able to dive the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

Corrective Action:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the steering failed to respond, and the steering became difficult to turn. There were no warning lights illuminated; however, messages “Loss of Steering Assist” and “Stabili-trac” were displayed. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle regained steering functionality. The contact was able to dive the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

Additional Notes:

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the steering failed to respond, and the steering became difficult to turn. There were no warning lights illuminated; however, messages “Loss of Steering Assist” and “Stabili-trac” were displayed. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle regained steering functionality. The contact was able to dive the vehicle to the residence. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 103,000.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11656813
Notice Date: Apr 25, 2025
Recall Date: Apr 25, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11656583 Other
Apr 24, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

Power steering keeps going out will be driving and all of a sudden it's just quits going very dangerous very hard to steer especially not knowing when it's gonna happen. I hear that the 2015 model that recall for some reason the 2016 MODEL DOES NOT HAVE A RECALL FOR THIS REASON. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED. This has happened numerous times, mostly time. I can turn the car off. Wait a minute and turn it back on and it clears up and sometimes it may take days before it happens.

Corrective Action:

Power steering keeps going out will be driving and all of a sudden it's just quits going very dangerous very hard to steer especially not knowing when it's gonna happen. I hear that the 2015 model that recall for some reason the 2016 MODEL DOES NOT HAVE A RECALL FOR THIS REASON. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED. This has happened numerous times, mostly time. I can turn the car off. Wait a minute and turn it back on and it clears up and sometimes it may take days before it happens.

Additional Notes:

Power steering keeps going out will be driving and all of a sudden it's just quits going very dangerous very hard to steer especially not knowing when it's gonna happen. I hear that the 2015 model that recall for some reason the 2016 MODEL DOES NOT HAVE A RECALL FOR THIS REASON. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED. This has happened numerous times, mostly time. I can turn the car off. Wait a minute and turn it back on and it clears up and sometimes it may take days before it happens.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11656583
Notice Date: Apr 24, 2025
Recall Date: Apr 24, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11656398 Other
Apr 23, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

The power steering will randomly stop working while driving. Is very dangerous when it goes out mid turn. There is no warning sign it just goes out. Stopping and turning the truck off and on typically fixes the issue. This appears to be a recall on 2015 Colorados but 2016s are having the same issue.

Corrective Action:

The power steering will randomly stop working while driving. Is very dangerous when it goes out mid turn. There is no warning sign it just goes out. Stopping and turning the truck off and on typically fixes the issue. This appears to be a recall on 2015 Colorados but 2016s are having the same issue.

Additional Notes:

The power steering will randomly stop working while driving. Is very dangerous when it goes out mid turn. There is no warning sign it just goes out. Stopping and turning the truck off and on typically fixes the issue. This appears to be a recall on 2015 Colorados but 2016s are having the same issue.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11656398
Notice Date: Apr 23, 2025
Recall Date: Apr 23, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11656097 Other
Apr 22, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

Was driving the truck down a straight and smooth road when I suddenly got an error message that both Stabilitrak and power steering had failed. The lack of power steering makes it very difficult to turn and if it had failed during a turn, it could've potentially caused an accident.

Corrective Action:

Was driving the truck down a straight and smooth road when I suddenly got an error message that both Stabilitrak and power steering had failed. The lack of power steering makes it very difficult to turn and if it had failed during a turn, it could've potentially caused an accident.

Additional Notes:

Was driving the truck down a straight and smooth road when I suddenly got an error message that both Stabilitrak and power steering had failed. The lack of power steering makes it very difficult to turn and if it had failed during a turn, it could've potentially caused an accident.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11656097
Notice Date: Apr 22, 2025
Recall Date: Apr 22, 2025
General Motors, Llc
Campaign: 11655760 Other
Apr 21, 2025
Defect Description:

STEERING

Potential Consequences:

As many other complaints regarding the power steering system failure (350 total), the vehicle will randomly lose power steering with the driver display indication of "Service Power Steering" and "Stability Control Disabled". The vehicle becomes very hard to steer. Once the vehicle is shut off and restarted after 10-15 seconds, the power steering will be active again. This has happened multiple times over the last 3 weeks. It does make it quite dangerous as there is not warning as to when it might happen again.

Corrective Action:

As many other complaints regarding the power steering system failure (350 total), the vehicle will randomly lose power steering with the driver display indication of "Service Power Steering" and "Stability Control Disabled". The vehicle becomes very hard to steer. Once the vehicle is shut off and restarted after 10-15 seconds, the power steering will be active again. This has happened multiple times over the last 3 weeks. It does make it quite dangerous as there is not warning as to when it might happen again.

Additional Notes:

As many other complaints regarding the power steering system failure (350 total), the vehicle will randomly lose power steering with the driver display indication of "Service Power Steering" and "Stability Control Disabled". The vehicle becomes very hard to steer. Once the vehicle is shut off and restarted after 10-15 seconds, the power steering will be active again. This has happened multiple times over the last 3 weeks. It does make it quite dangerous as there is not warning as to when it might happen again.

Manufacturer: CHEVROLET
Mfg Campaign: 11655760
Notice Date: Apr 21, 2025
Recall Date: Apr 21, 2025

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