2017 Chevrolet Colorado: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2017 Chevrolet Colorado? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 212 complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain as the top reported area.
2017 Chevrolet Colorado Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 8 2017 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.
2017 Chevrolet Colorado Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program4 variants tested — showing 2017 Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC 4WDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
21.4% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
21.4% 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 2017 Chevrolet Colorado has 212 owner complaints, 5 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Chevrolet
- Model
- Colorado
- Model year
- 2017
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 212
- Crash-related complaints
- 5
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 22
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 20 / 26
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 3/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2017 Chevrolet Colorado Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Electrical Faults, Engine Problems. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2017 Chevrolet Colorado?
The 2017 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 2017 Chevrolet Colorado
Inspection Focus
- Inspect transmission/drivetrain for known issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect transmission/drivetrain for known issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2017 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
Complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado are concentrated in the transmission/drivetrain and electrical systems, with a low confidence level due to limited data. The single recall and few crash reports suggest no widespread safety crisis, but buyers should be cautious.
- Transmission/drivetrain complaints dominate with 104 reports.
- Electrical faults account for 41 complaints.
- Engine problems total 28 complaints.
- Transmission / Drivetrain issues are the most reported.
- Electrical Faults are a recurring theme.
- Engine Problems appear in a notable number of complaints.
All 2017 Chevrolet Colorado Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 104 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 41 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 28 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 24 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 19 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 9 | 3 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 7 | 2 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 3 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 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 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Thermostat is having problems. Fan runs over use and Thermostat will not open
On or about 02/09/2026, the vehicle experienced a catastrophic failure directly related to a known defect identified in Technical Service Bulletin 19-NA-066. The engine "sucked" in the oil filter due to a poor design on GM's part. The stand pipe was not present apparently, and mu…
On Wednesday, February 18th, I was driving on the freeway, usual heavy traffic right off of it at 5:00pm. When exiting and merging onto the street, I pressed on my break to slow down and meet the speed of traffic, but my breaks felt hard, I struggled pressing it down, and my car …
The heating blend door broke making the heater unusable. I cant defrost/defog my windows to see in February in New york...its a very common problem with this vehicle and the cost to repair is over 3000
Infotainment system will start changing on the screen to navigation and also on the odometer screen to audio settings. After turning vehicle off it will seem like a reset then do it again. A big distraction. Has done this multiple times in the last 3 months.
*Transmission wiring harness - Not avail for inspection since it has been repaired *Repaired before complete failure. *Yes, repaired by Chevrolet Dealership *No *Yes, engine light - diagnosed as Code P0700, PO711 - transmission fluid temp performance failure. Monitor fluid temp…
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the A/C unit stopped working, with the check engine warning light illuminated. On several occasions, while the vehicle was turned off, the cooling fan ran for…
Transmission hard shift. Sputters when driving
On Sep 14th 2025 with KM 41959km, after turn on my colorado, after I filled the fuel tank, I had driven more of 50 min, a message appears in the screen control: Failed braking system 100km/h Max Velocity and a second message appears: Provide service to ESC. Then turn off the colo…
October 2025----problem with 2017 Chevrolet Colorado WT with 2.5L engine and 6 speed automatic. It has 57,000 miles on it. Original owner--bought new. "StabiliTrak" warning light came on when I first started the pickup in the morning and stayed on. Then a message appeared sa…
2017 Chevrolet Colorado pickup with 58,000 miles. Check engine light came on. Scanner reading by a repair shop indicated a EVAP issue. I declined the $1200 repair estimate. I paid for diagnosis of problem $200. I repaired the system by "cleaning 2 filters at the beginning of …
Fuel leak. Engine stop the truck, smell of fuel in the cabin, the truck is using diesel. This started in Ictober, technician told me it’s the gas pump. Still the smell in the cabin and now lights on dashboard alerting failure in the system,
Intermittent loss of power. Power returns when wiggling the battery
Stabilitrak error intermittently while driving accompanied by loss of power steering and electrical
Stabilitrek error popped up and traction control lights came on and there was a sudden (brief) loss of electrical power when I turned on high beams
Stabilitrak error and traction control lights came on and electrical power flickered off and on when I rolled up passenger window
I cuts out and shuts off driving in a parking lot at 10 miles an hr and while driving on the freeway going 65. Started 6 months ago but has gotten worse. The computer system on dash goes black and will start randomly changing stations, or freeze and now it's changing on the steer…
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at 60-65 MPH in the mountains and towing a travel trailer, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the brake haul mode turned off. The engine warning light had illuminated over thirty times …
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost automotive power. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was r…
I believe there should be a recall for the KNOWN chafing issues for the engine wire harness. This happened to my truck this past year around September/November of 2024 and didn't get a fix until June 25. There are TSB's out for other models as well as mine regarding the wire chaf…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado.
2017 Chevrolet Colorado Recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2017 Chevrolet Colorado Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 212 owner complaints, 5 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2017 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 2017 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (104 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (41 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (28 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado, NHTSA complaints include 5 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 212 total complaints. 6 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. A major recall area is FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2017 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
The 2017 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 Transmission / Drivetrain 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.