The same steering problem
The 2016 Colorado has the highest complaint rate of any year, mostly power steering failures.
Updated November 2026 · based on 716 owner complaints and 4 recalls
659 2.9x the Colorado average
4 free to fix at a dealer
Every Colorado year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Known problems on the 2016 Colorado
Top problems and what they cost
Power steering failure
Steering assist cuts out without warning.
Fix: Steering gear $1,500 to $2,500
Steering
Transmission
Harsh or lower-gear shifting.
Fix: Software update $150
Transmission and drivetrain
Recalls
An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in a crash.
A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
If the console compartment door does not remain closed in a crash, the contents stored in the console may strike the vehicle occupants, increasing their risk...
An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado
- Watch for steering warnings.Warning lights should come on briefly at start and then go out. One that stays on means the car has stored a fault, and a parts store can read the code for free.120 of the 716 owner complaints about the 2016 Colorado involve the electrical system (17%).
- Ask for steering repair records.Steering should feel smooth and even. Clicks, a heavy wheel, wandering or a catch can mean a worn coupler, steering gear or tie rods, and some failures were recalled.Owners filed 428 complaints about power steering failure on the 2016 Colorado, one of the worst years for it.
Questions
Is the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?
The same steering problem. The 2016 Colorado has the highest complaint rate of any year, mostly power steering failures.
How many recalls does the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado have?
4 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2016 Chevrolet Colorado problems?
Power steering failure; Transmission.
Crash rating shown for the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC RWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.