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2007 Chevrolet Colorado: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado: 3 recalls, 140 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.

3vehicle recalls
140owner complaints
10mention a crash
20best combined mpg
2007 Chevrolet Colorado
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Recalls

3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Wheels Vehicle recall #06V307000 · 2006 · 3,227 vehicles

What's wrong: Certain sport utility vehicles and trucks fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles have an incomplete tire rim designation on the certification/tire label located on the driver's door edge. In addition, the label May also be missing the tire load rating on the label. Although this information is not required by the standard, if a…

Why it matters: If a customer replaces a wheel and only relies on the rim size designation that is indicated on the label, a wheel that is of a different rim contour designation May be installed. It May be difficult or impossible to mount the tire on a wheel with the wrong contour. If the tire is mounted on the…

The fix: A label that will correct the label originally installed will be mailed to consumers along with installation instructions. The customer will have the option for dealers to install the label. The recall begaon on November 7, 2006. Owners should contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2239, Chevrolet at…

Exterior lights Vehicle recall #09V310000 · 2009 · 185,903 vehicles

What's wrong: S. Virgin islands and utah. Some of these vehicles have a brake lamp switch that May not work as designed due to contamination in the switch.

Why it matters: This condition could cause the simultaneous loss of all brake lamps or cause all of the brake lamps to stay on continuously. Both of these conditions could fail to warn others of the driver's intentions and could lead to a vehicle crash.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary components as specified in the recall bulletin free of charge. Gm anticipates that parts will be available by June 2010. A special coverage for vehicles registered in all other states will be implemented in the same time frame. In the interim, owners…

Child seat Vehicle recall #10V575000 · 2010 · 192,676 vehicles

What's wrong: 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.

Why it matters: 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…

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.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 5 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Electrical45
Exterior lights19
Engine18
Brakes (hydraulic)14
Airbags12
Speed control / throttle10
Body & structure9
Fuel & propulsion9

What owners describe

The 2007 Chevrolet Colorado has 140 owner complaints, ranking #9 of 23 Colorado model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 158). Complaints peaked in 2014 (24 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 58,750 miles. Neighboring years: 2006 (236 complaints, 4 recalls), 2008 (81 complaints, 2 recalls).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
2.9 L 4-cylManual 5-spdRear-Wheel Drive182420Regular
2.9 L 4-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel Drive162218Regular
3.7 L 5-cylAutomatic 4-spdRear-Wheel Drive152218Regular
2.9 L 4-cylManual 5-spd4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive162218Regular
2.9 L 4-cylAutomatic 4-spd4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive152117Regular
3.7 L 5-cylAutomatic 4-spd4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive152117Regular

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FAQ

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2007 Chevrolet Colorado problems?

Owners have filed 140 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (45), exterior lights (19), engine (18).

What gas mileage does the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado get?

EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (2.9 L, Manual 5-spd), across 6 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2007 Chevrolet Colorado repair manual?

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