2015 Chevrolet Colorado: Reliability, Recalls, Known Issues & Cost to Own
Data last updated 2026-07-04 · sources listed throughout · based on public NHTSA data
The reborn 2015 Colorado earned praise and Motor Trend Truck of the Year, but it was rated below-average for reliability, headlined by electric power-steering failures (recall 21V213000). 1 known issue pattern is documented below, with frequency and the mileage windows where they typically appear. New, the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado ranged from $20,120 to $27,630 depending on trim (base MSRP, before options and destination).
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The reborn 2015 Colorado earned praise and Motor Trend Truck of the Year, but it was rated below-average for reliability, headlined by electric power-steering failures (recall 21V213000).
Sources (3)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=chevrolet&model=col…
- repairpal.comhttps://repairpal.com/reliability/chevrolet/colorado
- carparts.comhttps://www.carparts.com/blog/chevrolet-colorado-reliability-and-common-probl…
Known issues
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Electric power-steering assist fails suddenly with Service Power Steering and StabiliTrak warnings, leaving the wheel very heavy to turn; traced to the torque-sensor assembly. Recall 21V213000 covered 2015 but many 2016 VINs were excluded.
widespread · 576 NHTSA complaints · typically 56k–199k miles · steering
Based on public NHTSA complaint data and AI synthesis: patterns, not guarantees.
Sources (2)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=chevrolet&model=col…
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=chevrolet&model=col…
Recalls & safety
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Whether a recall is still open on a specific car depends on its VIN. Check it free at NHTSA's VIN lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls), or ask the seller for proof the repair was done.
Trims & original pricing
| Trim | Original base MSRP | New today | Engine | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | $20,120 | $32,400 | 2.5L 4-cyl (200 hp) | 22 |
| WT | $21,775 | $32,400 | 2.5L 4-cyl (200 hp) | 22 |
| LT | $25,170 | $36,000 | 2.5L 4-cyl (200 hp) | 22 |
| Z71 | $27,630 | $44,600 | 3.6L V6 (305 hp) | 21 |
Prices are base MSRP for each trim's standard configuration. Options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Sources (4)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/2015-chevrolet-colorado-price
- fueleconomy.govhttps://www.fueleconomy.gov/ws/rest/vehicle/35809
- online.carshttps://www.online.cars/blog/get-to-know-the-second-generation-chevy-colorado…
- fueleconomy.govhttps://www.fueleconomy.gov/ws/rest/vehicle/35675
Depreciation
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This listing sits above the typical depreciation curve. Common for heavily-optioned cars and for 2021-2023 model years (pandemic-era pricing); the curve is anchored at base MSRP, which excludes options.
Curve anchored at the entry-trim base MSRP ($20,120). Higher trims started higher (up to $27,630), and options added more.
The curve's data ends 10 years in, so the line levels off after that. Treat the tail as a floor, not a forecast: asking prices for older cars depend mostly on condition, mileage, and the current market, and often sit well above it.
Sources (1)
- caredge.comhttps://caredge.com/chevrolet/colorado/depreciation
Cost to own
| Routine maintenance | ≈ $1,000–1,100/yr |
| Insurance (medium tier) | ≈ $2,300–2,400/yr |
| Fuel (12k mi/yr, 22 MPG) | ≈ $1,745/yr |
National-average estimates based on public data. Your costs vary by region, driver, and condition.
Sources (2)
- caredge.comhttps://caredge.com/chevrolet/colorado/maintenance
- caredge.comhttps://caredge.com/chevrolet/colorado/insurance
Frequently asked questions
What problems does the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado have?
Documented issue patterns include: Electric power-steering assist fails suddenly with Service Power Steering and StabiliTrak warnings, leaving the wheel very heavy to turn; traced to the torque-sensor assembly. Recall 21V213000 covered 2015 but many 2016 VINs were excluded. Frequency is based on public NHTSA complaint data: patterns, not guarantees.
Is the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?
The reborn 2015 Colorado earned praise and Motor Trend Truck of the Year, but it was rated below-average for reliability, headlined by electric power-steering failures (recall 21V213000).
How much did the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado cost new?
Between $20,120 and $27,630 depending on trim. Those are base MSRPs for each trim's standard configuration; options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Is the Chevrolet Colorado expensive to maintain?
Estimated routine maintenance runs about $1,000–1,100/year.
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