2019 Chevrolet Colorado: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2019 Chevrolet Colorado? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 141 complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain as the top reported area.
2019 Chevrolet Colorado Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 8 2019 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.
2019 Chevrolet Colorado Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program4 variants tested — showing 2019 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC RWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
21.9% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
21.9% 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 2019 Chevrolet Colorado has 141 owner complaints, 6 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Chevrolet
- Model
- Colorado
- Model year
- 2019
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 141
- Crash-related complaints
- 6
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Severe 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 2019 Chevrolet Colorado Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Engine Problems, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2019 Chevrolet Colorado?
The 2019 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 2019 Chevrolet Colorado
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the transmission/drivetrain for any signs of issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission, engine, electrical, and steering components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the transmission/drivetrain for any signs of issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission, engine, electrical, and steering components.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2019 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 2019 Chevrolet Colorado are concentrated in the transmission/drivetrain, with 62 reports. Engine problems, electrical faults, and steering defects also appear frequently. Crash-related complaints are low at 6, but the overall confidence in this data is low.
- Transmission/drivetrain accounts for the highest number of complaints (62).
- Engine problems (23), electrical faults (22), and steering defects (21) are also common.
- Only 6 crash-related complaints were reported out of 141 total.
- Transmission / Drivetrain issues are the most reported concern.
- Engine Problems are the second most common complaint.
- Electrical Faults and Steering Defects each have over 20 complaints.
All 2019 Chevrolet Colorado Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 62 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 23 | — | 3 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 22 | — | 2 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 21 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 18 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 8 | — | 1 | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 3 | 3 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 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 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Torque converter shutter makes vehicle lunge forward while driving. Feels like something pushes you from behind. On a wet road and especially in a curve this could cause rear wheels to slide.
In and out of the shop for the last 3.5 years (Warranty is expired now) with multiple engin codes (CEL). Most having to do with the fuel delivery systems. Most common P026D, and P1089. It has been in the shop at least 6 or more times. GM won't stand by their product. Since the wa…
Experience hesitation at a stop and shuddering at certain speed
I experienced shuttering when accelerating, leaving Treasure Island garage. I got on the freeway and drove 11 miles. I experienced shuttering again after waiting at a red light. I experienced final shuttering after reaching another red light. Had it towed to the dealership and wa…
I was travelling at approximately 32 miles per hour when I rear ended a vehicle that was in front of me, the vehicle in front of me was stopped. The airbags did not deploy in my vehicle. Damage to the vehicle was substantial enough to declare the vehicle a total loss.
The transmission is starting to shutter at high speeds and not shift as intended.
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was blank, and the message "Service Camera" was displayed. The contact noticed that upon closing the tailgate with the key, the rearview camera image failed to display w…
The contact's husband owned a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while her husband was driving and she was a passenger, their vehicle shuddered and then lost power at approximately 55 MPH. The vehicle was guided to the side of the road, where the contact and her hus…
Transmission shakes, lurchers when driving, transmission stalls then engages abruptly at low speed and highway speed.
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact saw oil on the ground underneath the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a le…
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal rumbling sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmis…
Transmission Component: M5T: TRANSMISSION AUTO 8 SPD, 8L45 available for inspection. The vehicle shakes badly and shudders during acceleration and causes a brief inability to accelerate, often at higher speeds and with a great deal of rumbling and vibration. No other warning lamp…
Unable to remove ignition key. Sticks in the accessory's mode. This happens periodically and I can eventually get key out by continually moving shifter back and forth until key can be removed. Concerned that eventually this won't work. I noticed that this is the main complaint on…
The infotainment center goes out, then comes on on a frequent basis causing the loss of navigation system through CarPlay and now will not even connect to CarPlay also loses backup camera. In addition I have noted that when the blinker is on to signal a turn, it will stop the bli…
Vehicle will make a loud humming sound going 50 to 65mph and when letting off the gas pedal. It will stop when pressing on the gas pedal or when vehicle slows down below 50mph
No warning lights or messages or anything. Blown head gasket and a large amount of coolant in the oil. I have an appointment to take it to a dealership the end of this week
My 2019 Chevrolet Colorado, equipped with the 3.6L LGZ engine, recently triggered a P0024 diagnostic trouble code. This code indicates a failure of the Bank 2 exhaust camshaft position actuator solenoid, a critical part of the variable valve timing (VVT) system. After researchin…
You will be driving down the road and then the power steering goes in and out so stops working and then starts working again. Not safe especially on the highway. No lights go on on the dash. Chevy is currently trying to figure out the problem but has not yet.
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact's husband stated that while driving 20 MPH, while attempting to turn into a parking lot, and another vehicle was attempting to exit the same parking lot, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond.…
Service anti thief system when trying to start truck message comes on sometimes
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado.
2019 Chevrolet Colorado Recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. No recall campaigns are currently listed for this model year in the dataset, but VIN-level recall checks are still essential. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No recall campaigns found for this model year in the current data. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls directly for the latest information.
2019 Chevrolet Colorado Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 141 owner complaints, 6 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2019 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 2019 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (62 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (23 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (22 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado, NHTSA complaints include 6 crash-related reports and 4 fire reports out of 141 total complaints. 12 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
The 2019 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.