Chevrolet Colorado vs Jeep Gladiator
For 2019–2022 models, the Chevrolet Colorado has 9.4 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 31.1 for the Jeep Gladiator. 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 (2019–2022), 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
9.4 complaints per 10,000 sold
70% fewer than the Jeep Gladiator
- Complaints
- 357
- Sold
- 380,144
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
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
Jeep Gladiator
31.1 complaints per 10,000 sold
3.3× the Chevrolet Colorado’s rate
- Complaints
- 887
- Sold
- 285,146
- Recall campaigns
- 15
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Most complaints: 2020. Fewest: 2019 and 2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 51,500 mi
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Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column
Typically around 500 mi · repair $270–$510
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Shocks and struts
Typically around 28,230 mi · repair $280–$1,440
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 35,000 mi
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Control arms, ball joints and bushings
Typically around 8,000 mi · repair $230–$700
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Colorado or the Jeep Gladiator?
For 2019–2022 models, the Chevrolet Colorado has 9.4 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Jeep Gladiator has 31.1, 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 Jeep Gladiator?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Gladiator is body control and other modules, typically around 51,500 miles.
Which Chevrolet Colorado and Jeep Gladiator years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Jeep Gladiator: 2020.
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.