Chevrolet Colorado vs GMC Sierra
For 2005–2022 models, the GMC Sierra has 1.7 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 20.4 for the Chevrolet Colorado. 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
20.4 complaints per 10,000 sold
12.0× the GMC Sierra’s rate
- Complaints
- 2,676
- Sold
- 1,313,302
- Recall campaigns
- 18
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2009 and 2015–2017. Fewest: 2013–2014, 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
GMC Sierra
1.7 complaints per 10,000 sold
92% fewer than the Chevrolet Colorado
- Complaints
- 634
- Sold
- 3,631,629
- Recall campaigns
- 21
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2008 and 2014. Fewest: 2018–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Calipers, hoses and lines
Typically around 99,634 mi · repair $230–$880
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 60,000 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 38,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 55,000 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 3,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Colorado or the GMC Sierra?
For 2005–2022 models, the GMC Sierra has 1.7 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Chevrolet Colorado has 20.4, 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 GMC Sierra?
The most-reported problem on the GMC Sierra is calipers, hoses and lines, typically around 99,634 miles; the repair typically runs $230–$880.
Which Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Sierra years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chevrolet Colorado: 2009 and 2015–2017; GMC Sierra: 2008 and 2014.
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.