2023 Chevrolet Colorado electrical system problems

Related recalls

• Recall 24V133000Feb 22, 202455,755 vehicles
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR · FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

  General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front camera module (FCM) system may falsely detect an obstacle, causing the automatic emergency braking (AEB) to engage unexpectedly.

  Risk: Unexpected automatic emergency braking can cause the vehicle to abruptly stop or slow down, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will update the front camera module (FCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A232424660.

What owners say

1. Filed Oct 1, 2026TXElectrical System

   While driving on approximately September 24, 2026, the instrument cluster and infotainment screens went completely black — total loss of speedometer, gauges, warning indicators, and all readouts. The screens restarted on their own after a few minutes. Since then, on startup the screens remain completely black until the 12V battery is disconnected and reconnected, which temporarily restores them before the blackout recurs. This has happened 4 times total at approximately…

   NHTSA complaint #11768272 · source
2. Filed Sep 21, 2026UTBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   After shifting to drive the vehicle had no brakes. A week or so earlier the check engine light came on. Messages on the screen said brake system failure along with other messages. Took to dealership, an update was installed. Last Wednesday engine light reappeared with the same messages but didn’t have time to return it to the dealership so parked it until today. Today was the brake failure. Returned to dealership, they replaced the battery and said the brake issue is fixed.…

   NHTSA complaint #11766014 · source
3. Filed Sep 11, 2026GAElectrical SystemEngine

   My truck is in the shop for Engine Wiring Harness Chafe. they are making me pay 1200 dollars for an issue that is known by chevy. I feel like I should not have to pay

   NHTSA complaint #11763683 · source
4. Filed Aug 31, 202620,000 miGADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the Forward Collision Avoidance system activated, and the brakes inadvertently engaged. The Forward Collision Avoidance warning light illuminated, with an audible chime and an unknown message displayed. The contact stated that on one occasion the vehicle was pulled off the highway to avoid crashing with another vehicle. The vehicle was restarted and taken…

   NHTSA complaint #11760979 · source
5. Filed Jul 10, 2026WYDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   My 2023 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 cannot receive over‑the‑air (OTA) software updates because the gateway module is still running outdated firmware (XXX.mnf). General Motors issued Service Update XXX to correct this defect by performing a vehicle‑wide programming update. However, GM’s system incorrectly shows the bulletin as “closed” for my VIN even though the gateway module was never updated. The truck was sold to me by Tyrell Chevrolet in [XXX] with this safety‑related service…

   NHTSA complaint #11749540 · source
6. Filed Jun 14, 2026MIElectrical SystemEngine

   On May 15, 2026, my 2023 Chevrolet Colorado (2.7L L3B turbocharged engine, approximately 49,000 miles) lost its entire engine oil charge while in normal operation, and at NO point did the low-oil-pressure warning light illuminate to alert me. While driving, a loud buzzing/vibrating noise developed near the upper engine and the center dash area. The vehicle continued to run with no oil-pressure warning of any kind — no low-oil-pressure light and no audible oil-pressure chime.…

   NHTSA complaint #11744040 · source
7. Filed May 21, 2026FL1 injuredBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   My truck has used automatic emergency braking multiple times while driving at variable speeds with no obstacles or vehicles in front of me causing whiplash and further damage to my neck that has 5 budging discs. Since I’m only allowed to add a specific mileage and speed below, I’ll note here that it’s happened since I purchased the truck with roughly 35000 miles on it to the current mileage of 44000 and between speeds of 30mph-75mph.

   NHTSA complaint #11739365 · source
8. Filed Apr 20, 2026CTDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   Blind spot monitoring system consistently malfunctions, illuminating the driver mirror warning light when no other vehicles are present. It occurs more frequently after dark, which flickers the bright light continuously, or leaves it on constantly, creating a significant distraction and mistrust of the systems reliability. Dealer had no recommendation for fix.

   NHTSA complaint #11732461 · source
9. Filed Nov 14, 2025COBrakesElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   COMPONENT FAILURE: Body Control Module causing systematic electrical failures: door locks, power windows, window regulators, four-wheel drive transfer case display. Components intact, available for inspection. SAFETY RISK: Door locks malfunction preventing emergency exit. Power windows fail affecting communication/egress. 4WD display fault (yellow AUTO vs white) indicates transfer case control issues affecting traction in mountain winter driving at 10,000ft elevation.…

   NHTSA complaint #11699370 · source
10. Filed Oct 30, 2025CABrakesElectrical SystemSteering

    I have experienced brake failure twice while driving my 2023 Chevrolet Colorado. When the failure occurs, the dashboard displays multiple warnings, including “Service Traction Control,” “Service Power Steering Drive With Care,” and “No Assist Soon.” When these messages appear, the steering becomes extremely stiff, the brakes lose stopping power, and the vehicle becomes very difficult to control. The first incident happened around April 2024, and the dealer performed a…

    NHTSA complaint #11696608 · source
11. Filed Jul 23, 202515,000 miVADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

    The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that several sensors were activated with contact being alerted to an issue with the Lane Keep Assist, and the vehicle veering out of the intended lane. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking activated unintendedly. The contact stated that the failure was self-corrected. The dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled. The contact…

    NHTSA complaint #11675537 · source
12. Filed Jun 24, 202527,000 miAKBrakesElectrical System

    The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer for a routine oil change and after the vehicle was serviced, the contact was provided a multi-point vehicle inspection sheet which showed that the brake pads had received a green check mark and that the brake pads were 7-millimeters or greater on both the driver’s and passenger’s side. The next day upon start of the vehicle, the contact stated that a message "New Brake Pads Detected"…

    NHTSA complaint #11668889 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology