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2010 Chevrolet Colorado recalls and problems

2 recalls and 29 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

2
recalls
29
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
1
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2010 Chevrolet Colorado recalls

Latches/locks/linkages: hood, latch

NHTSA campaign 12V594000 · reported December 19, 2012 · General Motors LLC · 118,800 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured from November 9, 2009, through August 28, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 113, "Hood Latch System." The hood may be missing the secondary hood latch.
The risk
If the primary hood latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly. During vehicle operation, this could obstruct the view of the driver and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
General Motors will notify owners and instruct them to inspect their vehicle for the presence of a secondary hood latch. Dealers will replace the hood on any affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

Child seat

NHTSA campaign 10V575000 · reported November 18, 2010 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 192,676 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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 vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the top tether anchor for the front center seat is not accessible and the owner manual does not include instructions regarding how to use the top tether.
The risk
Both NHTSA and gm discourage placement of a child in a front seat. Nevertheless, there are individual circumstances that may require placement of a child in a restraint in the front center seating position of this vehicle that does not offer a rear seat. Lack of access to the top tether anchor and a lack of instructions as to how to use it, may result in improper installation of a child restraint. Improper installation of a child restraint can result in a reduction in the restraint's performance in the event of a crash and an increased risk of injury or death to the child seated in the restraint.
The fix
Dealers will cut a hole into the back panel trim cover to allow access to the top tether anchor for the front center seat position and will provide supplemental information as to use in the owner's manual. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727 or visit gm's website at www.gmownercenter.com.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 28, 2026 · Structure

THE FRAME HAS FAILED. THE REAR FRAME AREA HAS ROTTED BEHOND REPAIR. i ONLY FOUND OUT WHEN THE TRUCK WAS IN FOR INSPECTION. I HAD A REPAIR STATION LOOK AT THE RUSTED OUT SPOTS. THEY CAME BACK WITH PICTURES AND THE THEY SAY THE COST TO REPAIR IS WELL ABOVE THE VALUE OF THE TRUCK.

Feb 26, 2023 · Electrical system

I bought this chevy colorado a few months ago, vehicle with 65k, and unfortunately, for safety reasons, I could not drive it for more than 10” miles so far, because every time I drove it, I ran serious risks of causing an accident , which could even be fatal, as the vehicle simply turns off (turns off) when being…

Jan 19, 2020 · Electrical system · 44,850 miles

TRUCK WON'T START FOR 10 MINUTES OR SO WHILE IN A PARKED POSITION, AND AT TIMES JUST AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, IT WOULD NOT START. INTERMITTENT STARTING ISSUE. HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES RECENTLY, STOP TO GET GAS AND WENT TO START TRUCK AND WON'T START AFTER TRYING THE KEY AND POPPING THE HOOD TO CHECK…

Nov 13, 2018 · Electrical system · 75,000 miles

IGNITION SWITCH CAUSED MOTOR TO SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY.

Apr 3, 2018 · Engine · 116,000 miles

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET COLORADO. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART AFTER A FEW ATTEMPTS AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR REMAINED LIT. THE…

Colorado model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2007 3140105
2008 28167
2009 36714
2010 22901
2011 54240
2012 24232
2013 0100

Across all years, the 2016 Colorado has the most complaints (714). All Chevrolet Colorado years →

Questions

Does the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado, the most recent reported on December 19, 2012 (Latches/locks/linkages: hood, latch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado?
Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (12 complaints), followed by engine (5).
How many 2010 Chevrolet Colorado complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 29 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 28, 2026.