2022 Chevrolet Colorado: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2022 Chevrolet Colorado? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 40 complaints, with Electrical Faults as the top reported area.
2022 Chevrolet Colorado Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 8 2022 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.
2022 Chevrolet Colorado Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program4 variants tested — showing 2022 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
21.2% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
21.2% 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 2022 Chevrolet Colorado has 40 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Notable Issues.
- Make
- Chevrolet
- Model
- Colorado
- Model year
- 2022
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 40
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Notable Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 19 / 24
- 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 2022 Chevrolet Colorado Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Steering Defects
Uncategorized Issues
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Steering Defects, Uncategorized Issues. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?
The 2022 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 2022 Chevrolet Colorado
Inspection Focus
- Inspect electrical systems, including battery, alternator, and infotainment.
- Test steering for responsiveness and unusual noises during test drive.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for any reported electrical or steering repairs.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect electrical systems, including battery, alternator, and infotainment.
- Test steering for responsiveness and unusual noises during test drive.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for any reported electrical or steering repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2022 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
Based on 40 NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado, issues appear concentrated in electrical faults and steering defects. The data is limited to a single model year and consumer-submitted reports, so patterns should be interpreted cautiously.
- Electrical faults account for the highest number of complaints (13 out of 40).
- Steering defects are the second most reported component (11 complaints).
- Only one crash-related complaint was reported.
- Electrical faults, including potential issues with wiring or modules.
- Steering defects, such as loss of power steering or unusual noises.
- Uncategorized issues (7 complaints) may indicate problems not easily classified.
All 2022 Chevrolet Colorado Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 1 | 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 2022 Chevrolet Colorado. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Unknown on first appear - key gets stuck in the ignition. This happened for the first time shortly after we bought it. It was still under warranty and the Chevrolet dealership in Washington PA fixed it. We paid to have it fixed and now it’s out again and we can’t get our key o…
in december 2025 i was driving my 2022 chevy colorado with 2.5 liter all of a sudden with no prior warning or lights i have an extremely hard brake pedal could barely stop i wasnt far from home when i pulled into drive i left it running to check brake fluid saw some smoke . i pop…
Beginning in Nov 2025 my steering wheel occasionally catches, grabs or gets stuck at slow speeds in forward or reverse as I turn the wheel like pulling into a parking space. A loud noise also occurs as I ease the wheel off a little then power through the grab, which then returns…
The plastic piece on the heater blend door actuator breaks. There was a recall or a service bulletin (2016019) on this issue for the 2015-16 models. The problem still exists, but Chevy will not acknowledge it and the consumer is left to pay a ridiculous amount for the repair. Ho…
The key will not come out after park and engine turn off. It getting harder and harder each time to get the key out.
Key will not come out. Have to put car in park and shift gears to try to get key unlocked. Something have to disconnect the negative side of the battery to get key out.
Having problems with the key not being released from the ignition I have to; > turn truck off /on several times > put the truck in neutral and back in park several times before the key is released
i am unable to remove the key from the ignition. i have to start the vehicle numerous times all while shifting the gear shifter back and forth between drive and park. after several attempts the key will finally release.
Failure of the steering column to release the ignition key. The common failure occurs without warning or advance notice and may be an intermittent issue. Safety Issues: Unable to remove key from the ignition column results in: Inability to lock vehicle, potentially placing pass…
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that the fuel gauge was providing an inaccurate fuel reading. The contact stated that the fuel gauge indicated that there was more fuel in the tank than there was. Additionally, the contact stated that the fuel gauge …
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that the back-over prevention camera intermittently failed to operate as needed, with a distorted image displayed on the screen. The failure became more frequent, and the screen eventually appeared blank while shifted…
While driving with my wife and granddaughter we were getting off the freeway making a left turn to head into Nashville and the steering wheel locked up and would not allow me to turn the wheels. The dash board flashed and had to force it over to the right side of the road. The st…
key can not be removed from the ignition switch without repeated turning to the on/run position and moving the shifter to drive and back to park position until the key position goes into the lock off position and can be removed from the switch at this point the key shaft is some…
After the ignition was turned off, unable to remove the ignition key. Restarting the vehicle and rocking the gear shifter back and forth and rotating the steering wheel enables the key to be finally removed.
Not able to remove the key from the ignition.
Seems to be a common problem but has a notchy feeling in the steering causing you to have to balance the steering wheel back and forth and is unsafe. Feels like it gets stuck. I may sell the truck as it is a safety issue. I only have 22-k miles on the vehicle.
Chevy shifter control gets stuck in a position that does not allow the car to recognize when it is in park and release the key out of the ignition switch. Yes, it is available upon request. Safety is at risk as the vehicle is not recognizing when the car is in park, could lead to…
While driving, infotainment console/screen is over written with an INTERACTIVE screen demanding the driver to acknowledge privacy policy. INTERACTIVE while DRIVING. What kind of idiot thinks it's a good thing to distract a driver to fulfill a legal point??
The heated seats are not working
Recently, on multiple occasions, have not been able to move console shift handle into PARK position to remove ignition key. This results in vehicle remaining in ACCESSORIES mode. I can turn radio OFF, but driving lights as well as any accessory remain POWERED on. Searched NHTSA f…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado.
2022 Chevrolet Colorado Recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2022 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.
2022 Chevrolet Colorado Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?▾
Notable Issues. NHTSA currently shows 40 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2022 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 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (13 complaints). #2: Steering Defects (11 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (7 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 40 total complaints. 1 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado. A major recall area is SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS. 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 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?▾
The 2022 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.