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2025 Chevrolet Colorado: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado: 1 recall, 27 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.

1vehicle recalls
27owner complaints
1mention a crash
20best combined mpg
2025 Chevrolet Colorado
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Recalls

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

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Why it matters: Without an owner's manual to consult, owners May not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

The fix: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Brakes9
Forward collision avoidance8
Electrical7
Other / unknown6
Transmission & drivetrain3
Engine3
Lane departure2
Visibility/Wiper2

What owners describe

The 2025 Chevrolet Colorado has 27 owner complaints, ranking #20 of 23 Colorado model years for complaints (well below the 158 average). Complaints peaked in 2025 (16 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old, at a median of 56,106 miles. Neighboring years: 2024 (123 complaints, 3 recalls), 2026 (16 complaints, 1 recalls).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
2.7 L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive192320Regular
2.7 L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive172119Regular

Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.

Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado.

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Haynes Print book or AllAccess online

Step-by-step photos written from a real teardown. Great for first-timers.

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FAQ

Does the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2025 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 2025 Chevrolet Colorado problems?

Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (9), forward collision avoidance (8), electrical (7).

What gas mileage does the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado get?

EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (2.7 L, Automatic 8-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2025 Chevrolet Colorado repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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