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2022 Chevrolet Colorado: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues

What the public record actually says about the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.

The read

Fewer reported complaints than most truck.

Owners filed 48 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 75% of 2022 trucks. Electrical System leads the reports (29%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.

Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2022 trucks, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.

Complaints filed

48

Reports to NHTSA, 2022

Safety recalls

1

NHTSA campaigns on record

NHTSA crash test

Overall NCAP rating

Combined MPG

21

EPA estimate

Complaint volume vs. segment peers

Fewer complaints than 75% of 2022 trucks

The bar is this car's percentile among 2022 trucks by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.

Known issues

Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (29% of 48 reports), followed by steering (23%).

Electrical System29% · 14 reports
Steering23% · 11 reports
Unknown Or Other15% · 7 reports
Service Brakes13% · 6 reports
Power Train6% · 3 reports
Structure4% · 2 reports
Back Over Prevention2% · 1 report
Equipment2% · 1 report

+ 3 more component categories with fewer reports.

Share of all 48 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11745892, ODI 11745203, ODI 11743496, ODI 11740942, ODI 11737826.

Recalls(1)

Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.

Seats · 22V375000Details +

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado vehicles equipped with a manual passenger seat. The front passenger seat may have a hook attachment that was not properly welded, allowing it to separate from the inboard track of the seat frame.

Risk: An improperly welded seat frame may not properly restrain the seat occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front passenger seat and replace the cushion frame, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2022. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222368320.

A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.

Investigations

0 NHTSA investigations on record

No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.

Crash-test ratings

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2022 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 2WD NHTSA source

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2022 Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC 4WD NHTSA source

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Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Fuel economy by trim

TrimEngineDrivetrainCityHwyCombined
Colorado 2WD2.8L 4-cylRear-Wheel Drive203023
Colorado 4WD2.8L 4-cyl4-Wheel Drive192822
Colorado 2WD2.5L 4-cylRear-Wheel Drive192522
Colorado 4WD2.5L 4-cyl4-Wheel Drive192421
Colorado 2WD3.6L 6-cylRear-Wheel Drive182521
Colorado ZR2 4WD2.8L 4-cyl4-Wheel Drive182219
Colorado 4WD3.6L 6-cyl4-Wheel Drive172419
Colorado ZR2 4WD3.6L 6-cyl4-Wheel Drive161817

EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.

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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.

2022 Chevrolet Colorado: frequently asked

What does the complaint record show for the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?

Owners filed 48 NHTSA complaints about the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado — fewer complaints than 75% of comparable 2022 trucks, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.

What are the most common problems on the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado?

The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (29% of complaints) and steering (23%).

How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado have?

1 recall has been issued that affect the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado, covering components such as seats. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.

What gas mileage does the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado get?

The EPA rates the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado between 17 and 23 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.