Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS FMVSS 225
Child seat
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2011, CHEVROLET COLORADO, GMC CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006, ISUZU I-280/I-350, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008, I-290/I-370, REGULAR CAB VEHICLES AND EXTENDED CAB VEHICLES WITHOUT A REAR SEAT AND EQUIPPED WITH A FRONT 60/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT IS NOT ACCESSIBLE AND THE OWNER MANUAL DOES NOT INCLUDE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING HOW TO USE THE TOP TETHER.
- Consequence
- BOTH NHTSA AND GM DISCOURAGE PLACEMENT OF A CHILD IN A FRONT SEAT. NEVERTHELESS, THERE ARE INDIVIDUAL CIRCUMSTANCES THAT MAY REQUIRE PLACEMENT OF A CHILD IN A RESTRAINT IN THE FRONT CENTER SEATING POSITION OF THIS VEHICLE THAT DOES NOT OFFER A REAR SEAT. LACK OF ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR AND A LACK OF INSTRUCTIONS AS TO HOW TO USE IT, MAY RESULT IN IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF A CHILD RESTRAINT. IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF A CHILD RESTRAINT CAN RESULT IN A REDUCTION IN THE RESTRAINT'S PERFORMANCE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH AND AN INCREASED RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD SEATED IN THE RESTRAINT.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL CUT A HOLE INTO THE BACK PANEL TRIM COVER TO ALLOW ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT POSITION AND WILL PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION AS TO USE IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727 OR VISIT GM'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Repair progress not yet reported192,676 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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BRAKE LAMP SWITCH MALFUNCTION
Exterior lighting · brake lights · switch
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- GM IS RECALLING 185,903 MODEL YEAR 2004-2009 COLORADO, GMC MODEL YEAR 2009-2004 CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006 I-280, I-350, MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 I-290, AND I-370, PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, ARIZONA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, HAWAII, LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, NEVADA, NEW MEXICO, PUERTO RICO, SOUTH CAROLINA, TEXAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS AND UTAH. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A BRAKE LAMP SWITCH THAT MAY NOT WORK AS DESIGNED DUE TO CONTAMINATION IN THE SWITCH.
- Consequence
- THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE SIMULTANEOUS LOSS OF ALL BRAKE LAMPS OR CAUSE ALL OF THE BRAKE LAMPS TO STAY ON CONTINUOUSLY. BOTH OF THESE CONDITIONS COULD FAIL TO WARN OTHERS OF THE DRIVER'S INTENTIONS AND COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS AS SPECIFIED IN THE RECALL BULLETIN FREE OF CHARGE. GM ANTICIPATES THAT PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE BY JUNE 2010. A SPECIAL COVERAGE FOR VEHICLES REGISTERED IN ALL OTHER STATES WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE SAME TIME FRAME. IN THE INTERIM, OWNERS WHO EXPERIENCE THE FAILURE CAN OBTAIN A FREE REPAIR, HOWEVER THEY WILL BE REQUIRED TO RETURN WHEN THE NEW DESIGN PART BECOMES AVAILABLE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727 OR AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
Repair progress not yet reported185,903 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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BRAKE LAMP FUNCTION LOSS
Exterior lighting · brake lights · switch
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS MAY EXPERIENCE THE PERMANENT LOSS OF BRAKE LAMP FUNCTION OR BRAKE LAMPS THAT ARE ILLUMINATED AT ALL TIMES. THE CENTER HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMP (CHMSL) IS AFFECTED IN BOTH INSTANCES. ALSO, IF EQUIPPED, THE CRUISE CONTROL WILL BECOME INOPERATIVE. ANY TRAILER BRAKE LAMPS WHICH ARE CONNECTED TO THE VEHICLE'S BRAKE LAMP WIRING WILL MIMIC THE VEHICLE'S BRAKE LAMPS WHEN EITHER CONDITION OCCURS.
- Consequence
- A FOLLOWING DRIVER MAY NOT KNOW WHEN THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN APPLIED, AND A REAR-END CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH ASSEMBLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 5, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438; GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 OR ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.
Repair progress not yet reported404,733 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 06V139000
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Owner complaints (361)
361 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
11involved a crash
13involved a fire
14injuries reported
1deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 361 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 88 | 24.4% |
| Structure | 61 | 16.9% |
| Service brakes | 51 | 14.1% |
| Exterior lighting | 43 | 11.9% |
| Suspension | 35 | 9.7% |
| Air bags | 29 | 8% |
| Power train | 27 | 7.5% |
| Visibility | 26 | 7.2% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 23 | 6.4% |
| Unknown or other | 22 | 6.1% |
How 2004 compares with other Colorado years
Best and worst Colorado years →2004361
2005356
2006236
2007140
200881
200967
201029
201142
201242
20131
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 361 | 3 |
| 2005 | 356 | 3 |
| 2006 | 236 | 4 |
| 2007 | 140 | 3 |
| 2008 | 81 | 2 |
| 2009 | 67 | 3 |
| 2010 | 29 | 2 |
| 2011 | 42 | 5 |
| 2012 | 42 | 2 |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 |
This year (2004)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
21
mpg combined
18
city
24
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 423 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Pickup Trucks
What it costs you to run
$3,110per year
$259per month
714gallons a year
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 2.8 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 24 / 20 | $3,350 | 444 |
| 3.5 L 5-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
| 2.8 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
| 2.8 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 22 / 19 | $3,550 | 468 |
| 2.8 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 3.5 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.8 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 3.5 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.8 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 3.5 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 3.5 L 5-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 2.8 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | $3,700 | 494 |
| 3.5 L 5-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 17 | $3,950 | 523 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2004 Chevrolet Colorado FAQ
How many recalls does the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 10V575000 (seat), 09V310000 (brake), 06V139000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2004 Chevrolet Colorado problems?
Owners filed 361 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (88), Structure (61), Service brakes (51) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado get?
EPA rates the 2.8 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 18 city, 24 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2004 Colorado compare with other years?
Among the 2004–2013 Chevrolet Colorado model years at least five years old, the 2013 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2004 the most (361). The 2004 drew 361. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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