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2016 Chevrolet Colorado

What 2016 Chevrolet Colorado owners report most

Steering problems dominate owner complaints for this model year, with the most common report being the steering wheel locking unexpectedly — a symptom dealers reportedly could not resolve. Electrical failures and powertrain misbehavior round out the next most-reported areas, with wiring faults and transmission hesitation each drawing a notable share of complaints. Engine-related reports are less frequent but include sudden total loss of power while driving at highway speeds.

Most reported areas

Steering safety 64%
Owners report the steering wheel locking up unexpectedly on multiple occasions, with dealers unable to identify a preventive fix. · 6 crash · 1 injured
Electrical System safety 16%
Owners report fractured wiring harnesses leading to a range of electrical failures, including warning lights illuminating throughout the cabin. · 1 fire · 2 crash
Power Train safety 14%
Owners report the transmission failing to downshift properly from higher gears when decelerating, causing the vehicle to lug or chug from being held in too high a gear at low speeds. · 1 fire · 3 crash · 1 injured
Engine safety 7%
Owners report sudden and complete loss of driving power while traveling at highway speeds, with all dashboard warning lights illuminating simultaneously even though the engine continued running. · 1 crash
Service Brakes safety 6%
39 reports (6%) · 5 crash · 2 injured

Source: NHTSA owner complaints · 693 complaints

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General information compiled from public NHTSA complaint data, for reference only — not professional advice and not reviewed by automotive experts. Verify before acting; Team AM is not responsible for decisions made from it.