2005 Chevrolet Colorado Suspension Problems
- 9
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension
Had vehicle on lift for safety inspection found the frame of the vehicle rotted out behind the cab near the left leaf spring mount. The spring mount has since collapsed into the frame making the vehicle inoperable and a safety hazard. No parts are available from the manufacturer to repair. There are many documented instances of a problem with these frames rotting out in the same area or worse.
ODI 11301206
Suspension
Takata recall my frame rails are rotted thur making truck not driveable, dealer also agreeded and sent papers to gm, in witch they said they would do nothing, i lost a truck with only 89.000 miles and no body rot witch i had planed on keeping for years to come
ODI 11171322
Electrical System · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet colorado. While driving various speeds, the contact noticed that the abs and traction controls would illuminate without applying pressure to the brakes. The air conditioner switch would shut on and off while driving over a pot hole. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure and advised the contact that there were no recalls. The contact did not inform the manufacturer nor…
ODI 10398234
Suspension · Tires
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds in normal driving conditions, there was a pronounced vibration within the front suspension. The vehicle was inspected by an independent repair shop who determined the vehicle needed an alignment. Afterwards, the problem persisted. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who determined the vehicle needed another front alignment. The contact expressed concern that…
ODI 10168965
Suspension
Dt*: the contact stated that while the vehicle was being serviced, the private repair shop mechanic determined that the insides of both front tires were worn down to the cords. The mechanic determined that the wear was due to improper alignment.*ak
ODI 10162421
Suspension
Dt: the contact stated while driving at various speeds the vehicle vibrated. In an attempt to correct the problem the dealer replaced and balanced the tires several times with no success. The dealer has determined the vehicle performs as designed. Updated 7/25/2006 - *nm
ODI 10161285
Suspension
Bad vibration at highway speeds of 47-65,tires were balanced, aligned and replaced. Vibration still very noticeable but dealer says its normal. Still waiting for a call back from gm engineers. *jb
ODI 10147353
Sidewall · Suspension
Dt: the vehicle was taken to two different chevrolet dealers. It had a rough idle. The consumer felt that it was due to defective tires. They were not willing to replace the tires. Consumer stated there were bubbles on the tires on the sidewall. Ameritech tr general tires. This started a month or two after purchase, but the tires were getting worse with more use. The chevrolet dealership stated that it was the…
ODI 10130425
Suspension · Tires
Vehicle exhibits a rough shimmy or vibration at highway speeds. Some vibration evident at all speeds but worse at 55 or faster. Intensity of vibration varies, sometimes not so bad, other times difficult to control vehicle. Dealer says no problem detected. Vehicle is new 2005 colorado with 850 miles. *jb
ODI 10102757