2015 CHEVROLET COLORADO Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. This model year has 476 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Steering Defects.
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Worst 2015 Chevrolet Colorado Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering Defects
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 347 | 7 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 55 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 51 | 2 | 2 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 44 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 35 | — | 4 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 20 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 18 | 4 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 12 | 5 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | 2 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the message "Service Power Steering - Drive with Care" was displayed. The contact used excessive force to pull over, waited for several minutes, and then restarted the vehicle. The vehicl…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost power steering assist functionality. The message "Loss of Power Steering Assist - Danger - Have Unit Serviced" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an …
The contact owned a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that the vehicle was driven and parked in the garage. Upon exiting the vehicle, the contact noticed an abnormal burning smell and smoke coming from under the hood. It was unknown whether a warning had illuminated. Th…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while his father was driving at undisclosed speeds, the power steering assist became inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. An unknown local dealer was contacted and confirmed there was no recall c…
my truck lost steering 3 times already and i brought to dealership twice with them telling it can't be fixed! first tine jan of 2024 and also jan of this year
lost steering twice while driving, brought truck to dealer and they put it on there computer and reprogramed and worked for a little while and it went again. costing me 120 dollars for the to program it.
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated and failed to respond as needed. The vehicle gradually responded but failed to exceed 50 MPH. There was no warning li…
Intermittent loss of power steering while driving and at start up. Warning indicators flash "Service Power Steering Drive With Care" and "Service Stabilitrak." Most of the time, when you turn off the truck and turn it back on again, the message will clear and all will be fine a…
Had safety recall for loss of power steering repair done in November of 2021. First incident: Leaving a grocery store parking lot, loss of power steering made the steering nearly impossible at low speeds. Message on display said to have steering serviced and dinged. Had a tow tru…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that several seconds later, the vehicle started to work a…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of automotive power. The power steering message was displayed on the instrument panel. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle w…
While making a left hand turn, the power steering assist suddenly failed. A warning chime sounded and a message appeared on information display: (Service power steering service stabilitrack drive with care). Due to the sudden loss of assist, the vehicle almost left the road then …
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the power steering assist failed to operate as needed with the power steering and stabili-trak messages displayed on the instrument panel. The contact used excessive force to steer the…
I’m having an issue with my power steering assist. It just goes out while I’m driving. I almost hit a telephone pole one day almost 2 cars two other times. It started about seven months ago when you pull over shut off the truck open the door to break continuity for the electrical…
During travel on the highway warning lights appeared and the vehicle lost power steering. This posed a significant safety risk at higher rates of speed and curved roads. Driver immediately drove to the nearest dealership to inquire about safety recalls. The dealership stated that…
“My vehicle has repeatedly lost electric power steering while driving, and I get warnings for Stabilitrak, traction control, and ‘Service Power Steering – Drive with Care.’ Restarting the vehicle temporarily clears the issue, but it keeps happening.”
As I approached an intersection a chime sounded and a message appeared saying power steering is off...I barely avoided an accident. when I restarted the engine the steering was back to normal. I have since learned that this has happened to many vehicles of this make and model. …
I lost power steering , a message came on display and a warning sound and then no power steering while driving on highway, I check the recalls and it shows a recall related about this issue was completed back in 2021 august , but I never took my car to dealership to get this fix …
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving on a service road at 35 MPH and attempting to bring the vehicle to a stop, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the brake pedal was extremely firm, requiring excessive force to depress for the ve…
My 2015 chevrolet colorado 3.6 v6 LT is having random complete loss of power steering while driving. I contacted chevrolet regarding the recall for 2015 model colorado and they do not know why there was never a recall for my truck, they stated there's nothing they can do, I will …
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado.
Recalls for 2015 Chevrolet Colorado
7 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2015 Chevrolet Colorado — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2015 Chevrolet Colorado has 476 NHTSA owner complaints, 16 crash-related, and 7 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Steering Defects (347 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
#1: Steering Defects (347 complaints). #2: Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (55 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (51 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
The 2015 Chevrolet Colorado has 16 crash-related complaints and 4 fire reports out of 476 total NHTSA complaints. 9 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?▾
Yes — 7 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The largest issue: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
The 2015 Chevrolet Colorado has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Steering Defects issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
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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