Chevrolet Colorado vs Nissan Frontier
For 2005–2022 models, the Nissan Frontier has 19.6 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
about the same as the Nissan Frontier
- 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
Nissan Frontier
19.6 complaints per 10,000 sold
about the same as the Chevrolet Colorado
- Complaints
- 2,247
- Sold
- 1,143,933
- Recall campaigns
- 19
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2005–2008. Fewest: 2018–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Fuel pump and sending unit
Typically around 64,450 mi · repair $630–$1,700
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Transmission cooler and fluid overheating
Typically around 104,500 mi · repair $200–$600
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 100,005 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 74,000 mi
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Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan
Typically around 102,000 mi · repair $260–$1,910
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Colorado or the Nissan Frontier?
For 2005–2022 models, the Nissan Frontier has 19.6 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 Nissan Frontier?
The most-reported problem on the Nissan Frontier is fuel pump and sending unit, typically around 64,450 miles; the repair typically runs $630–$1,700.
Which Chevrolet Colorado and Nissan Frontier years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chevrolet Colorado: 2009 and 2015–2017; Nissan Frontier: 2005–2008.
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.