Model year
2005 Chevrolet Colorado
NHTSA lists 3 recalls and 356 complaints for the 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (68), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC (42), AIR BAGS (27). NHTSA lists 2 investigations. NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 17–21 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,200–$3,950, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2004 361 complaints
- 2005 356 complaints
- 2006 236 complaints
- 2007 140 complaints
- 2008 81 complaints
- 2009 67 complaints
- 2010 29 complaints
- 2011 42 complaints
- 2012 42 complaints
- 2015 493 complaints
- 2016 713 complaints
- 2017 216 complaints
- 2018 183 complaints
- 2019 150 complaints
- 2020 86 complaints
- 2021 79 complaints
- 2022 56 complaints
- 2023 137 complaints
- 2024 124 complaints
- 2025 27 complaints
- 2026 18 complaints
Recalls
10V575000 · Nov 18, 2010
CHILD SEAT
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2011, CHEVROLET COLORADO, GMC CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006, ISUZU I-280/I-350, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008, I-290/I-370, REGULAR CAB VEHICLES AND EXTENDED CAB VEHICLES WITHOUT A REAR SEAT AND EQUIPPED WITH A FRONT 60/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT. THESE…
09V310000 · Jul 29, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
GM IS RECALLING 185,903 MODEL YEAR 2004-2009 COLORADO, GMC MODEL YEAR 2009-2004 CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006 I-280, I-350, MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 I-290, AND I-370, PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, ARIZONA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA,…
06V139000 · Apr 27, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS MAY EXPERIENCE THE PERMANENT LOSS OF BRAKE LAMP FUNCTION OR BRAKE LAMPS THAT ARE ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES. THE CENTER HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMP (CHMSL) IS AFFECTED IN BOTH INSTANCES. ALSO, IF EQUIPPED, THE CRUISE CONTROL WILL BECOME INOPERATIVE. ANY TRAILER…
Complaints
356 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 27, fire flag on 11, injury field 19, deaths field 1. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE05065 | BRAKE LAMP SWITCH FAILURE · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH | Dec 2, 2005 | May 1, 2006 |
| RQ09001 | BRAKE LAMP SWITCH MALFUNCTION · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH; EXTERIOR LIGHTING | Feb 25, 2009 | Jul 30, 2009 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado 2WD · 2.8L · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 23 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Colorado 2WD · 2.8L · Manual 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| Colorado 2WD · 3.5L · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Colorado 2WD · 3.5L · Manual 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 23 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| Colorado Crew Cab 2WD · 2.8L · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 23 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Colorado Crew Cab 2WD · 2.8L · Manual 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 24 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| Colorado Crew Cab 2WD · 3.5L · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Colorado 4WD · 2.8L · Automatic 4-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 21 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Colorado 4WD · 2.8L · Manual 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 22 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| Colorado 4WD · 3.5L · Automatic 4-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 21 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Colorado 4WD · 3.5L · Manual 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 22 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| Colorado Crew Cab 4WD · 2.8L · Automatic 4-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 21 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
2 more configurations are in the EPA file and are not listed in this table. The fuel-cost calculator lists every configuration.
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2005 Chevrolet Colorado at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.