Chevrolet Colorado vs Ford Ranger
For 2005–2022 models, the Chevrolet Colorado has 12.6 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 24.2 for the Ford Ranger. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2005–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Chevrolet Colorado
12.6 complaints per 10,000 sold
48% fewer than the Ford Ranger
- Complaints
- 1,087
- Sold
- 860,894
- Recall campaigns
- 8
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2009. Fewest: 2020 and 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Electric power steering motor and module
Typically around 62,750 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Power steering pump, rack and lines
Typically around 62,000 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 9,000 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 66,816 mi
Ford Ranger
24.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.9× the Chevrolet Colorado’s rate
- Complaints
- 2,163
- Sold
- 894,403
- Recall campaigns
- 35
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 2
Most complaints: 2008. Fewest: 2012 and 2020–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 82,250 mi
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Body and panel corrosion
Typically around 104,604 mi
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Subframe, cradle and frame corrosion
Typically around 110,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 72,675 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 85,500 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Colorado or the Ford Ranger?
For 2005–2022 models, the Chevrolet Colorado has 12.6 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Ford Ranger has 24.2, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Chevrolet Colorado?
The most-reported problem on the Chevrolet Colorado is body control and other modules, typically around 45,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Ford Ranger?
The most-reported problem on the Ford Ranger is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 82,250 miles.
Which Chevrolet Colorado and Ford Ranger years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chevrolet Colorado: 2009; Ford Ranger: 2008.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.