2007 Chevrolet Colorado: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2007 Chevrolet Colorado? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 140 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.
2007 Chevrolet Colorado Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 8 2007 Chevrolet Colorado trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 8 trims analysed.
2007 Chevrolet Colorado Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program3 variants tested — showing 2007 Chevrolet Colorado Extended CabOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not Rated17.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
17.9% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado has 140 owner complaints, 10 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Chevrolet
- Model
- Colorado
- Model year
- 2007
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 140
- Crash-related complaints
- 10
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 18
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 16 / 22
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- No
Most Common 2007 Chevrolet Colorado Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Brake System
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Engine Problems, Brake System. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2007 Chevrolet Colorado?
The 2007 Chevrolet Colorado shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2007 Chevrolet Colorado
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the electrical system, including wiring and components, for known issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and brake system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on reported problem areas.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the electrical system, including wiring and components, for known issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and brake system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on reported problem areas.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2007 Chevrolet Colorado, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The 2007 Chevrolet Colorado has 140 NHTSA complaints, with electrical faults being the most frequently reported issue. Engine problems and brake system complaints are also notable, each with 24 reports. The data suggests potential concerns in these areas, but the low confidence level means findings should be interpreted cautiously.
- Electrical faults account for the highest number of complaints at 45.
- Engine problems and brake system issues each have 24 complaints.
- There are 10 crash-related complaints out of 140 total.
- Electrical faults are the most common complaint component.
- Engine problems are a recurring issue with 24 complaints.
- Brake system complaints are also frequent, tied with engine problems.
All 2007 Chevrolet Colorado Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 45 | — | 4 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 24 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 24 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 19 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 14 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 12 | 5 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 10 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Visibility | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Other | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Pass lock. Sometimes vehicle doesn't start
The headlight want come on and tail light switches Is messed up it want work and bulbs and all fuzes good one day they just stopped working
There is a recall for my year of Colorado but not my vin. The recall is for 04-09 Colorado trucks for a defective brake light switch. Defective switch=no brake lights. My 2007 Colorado brake light switch is defective, therefore I have no brake lights. The switch has been teste…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET COLORADO EQUIPPED WITH GENERAL TIRES, TIRE LINE: GRABBER AT/2, TIRE SIZE: 265/70/R15, DOT NUMBER: A3BM3NH2617E40240029. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THERE WAS A BLOWOUT OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR TIRE. THE BLOWOUT CAUSED THE VEHICL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED A CRACK TO THE SUBFRAME UNDERNEATH THE PASSENGER'S SIDE DOOR. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT R…
FRAMES IS UNSAFE (CRACKED) PASSAGER SIDE DOOR NOTICED THIS 09/02/20
I PURCHASED A VEHICLE AND NOTICED A YEAR LATER I HAD A POTENTIAL ODOMETER ROLL BACK DISCREPANCY ON MY CARFAX. I HAVE THE CARFAX INFORMATION IF NEEDED. THANK YOU
MY 2007 CHEVROLET COLORADO LS 4 CYLINDER 2.9 LITRE HAS ALWAYS RANDOMLY WON'T START. I RESEARCHED THIS AND EVERY YEAR OF THE COLORADO HAS HAD THIS ISSUE OF RANDOMLY NOT STARTING, COUNTLESS DOLLARS HAVE BEEN SPENT TRYING TO FIGURE IT OUT, CHEVROLET WILL NOT SAY IT IS AN ISSUE AND …
VEHICLE SAT IDLE FOR A FEW YEARS BEFORE MY OWNERSHIP, THEN WAS IN CONSTANT MOTION ON HIGHWAYS AND CITY STREETS FOR 2 YEARS IN MY POSSESSION. UNSURE HOW AN 11 YEAR OLD VEHICLE COULD HAVE THIS HAPPEN, BUT AT SOME POINT THE VEHICLE DEVELOPED 2 LARGE CRACKS IN THE FRAME (ONE ON THE D…
THROTTLE BODY OR FUEL PEDDLE STICKING AND ENGINE RUNNING ROUGHLY, STEERING IS LOUSY
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LAMPS ON THE VEHICLE WERE INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE BULBS; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. BILLY NAVARRE GMC (LOCATED AT 3690 GERSTNER MEMORIAL DR…
ENGINE WILL NOT START TURNS OVER LET SIT FOR 10 MINUTES TO 2 HOURS WILL START HAD CHECKED ON COMPUTER SEVERAL TIMES NOTHING SHOWS UP WAS TOLD IT WAS CRANK SENSOR REPLACED WITH NO CHANGE NOW IM TOLD IT IS SECURITY SENSOR TRUCK HAS DONE THIS SINCE IT WAS NEW RANDOMLY NOW HAS 78K MI…
PASSLOCK SECURITY SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS AND RANDOMLY DOES NOT LET YOU START YOUR VEHICLE FOR TEN MINUTES LEAVING YOU STRANDED. SOMETIMES IT WILL DO IT CONTINUALLY. HAVE HAD TO WAIT AS LONG AS 80 MINUTES TO START.
"TAKATA RECALL" THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON THEN THE SECURITY LIGHT COMES ON THEN IT GOES CZASY.ALL THE LIGHT START FLASING BUT IT WANT START.HAD IT TOWED TO FIRESTONE THEY SAID BATTERY AND CABLE NEED CHANGING ;DID THAT THEN THEY SAID THE TRUCK SAT IN BAY AND STARTED UP BY I…
TAKTA RECALL- BRAKE LIGHTS, JUST STOPPED WORKING ALONG WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL, ALSO OUTSIDE TRUCK BED LIGHT. SWITCH IGNITION LOCKS. LIGHTS STOPPED WORKING WHILE DRIVING DOWN STREET. IGNITION WHEN TRING TO START VEHICLE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IT TOOK SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO START THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED NUMEROUS TIMES WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO YOUNG CHEVROLET (9301 E R L THORNTON FWY, DALLAS, TX 75228, (469) 294-3000), BUT WA…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED SEVERAL TIMES. THE CONTACT HAD TO WAIT SEVERAL MINUTES BEFORE THE VEHICLE COULD BE RESTARTED. THE DEALER (SPITZER CHEVROLET NORTHFIELD, 333 E AURORA RD, NORTHFIELD, OH 44067, (330) 800-516…
TRUCK STARTS FINE THEN OUT OF THE BLUE IT WILL NOT START, CALLED AAA BY THE TIME THEY GOT THERE, TRUCK STARTED, HAD TO CANCEL AAA THREE DIFFERENT TIMES, TOO ME IT ACTS LIKE THE FUEL FILTER HAS A CLOG, BUT YET IT STARTS MOST OF THE TIME. NOW I SEE I'M NOT THE ONLY ONE DEALING WITH…
THE WHEEL BROKE OFF THE SPINDLE. THESPINDLE PIECE BROKE. THE TRUCK WAS CLEAN LOW MILEGE NEVER BEEN IN THE SNOW. I HAVE OWNED MANY CHEVY TRUCKS. THIS DOES NOT HAPPEN. I WANT TO KNOW WHY?. PEOPLE COULD HAVE BEEN HURT.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE ANTI-THEFT MODE ILLUMINATED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE FAILURE RECURRED FIVE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO JEFF GORDON CHEVROLET (228 S COLLEGE RD, WILMINGTON, NC 28403) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOS…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
2007 Chevrolet Colorado Recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2007 Chevrolet Colorado Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 140 owner complaints, 10 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2007 Chevrolet Colorado shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (45 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (24 complaints). #3: Brake System (24 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado, NHTSA complaints include 10 crash-related reports and 5 fire reports out of 140 total complaints. 5 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. A major recall area is CHILD SEAT. 3 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2007 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
The 2007 Chevrolet Colorado shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Colorado reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.