2006 Chevrolet Colorado Exterior Lighting Problems
- 18
- 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.
What owners report
- brake light · 11 records
- brake lights · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 8 |
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Exterior Lighting · Fuel/Propulsion System
Strong gas oder outside the truck.radio lights no not work on presets or scan tune.along with window lights.cd will not eject.
ODI 10917246
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet colorado. While the vehicle was undergoing an inspection by an independent mechanic, the brake light failed to illuminate when the brake pedal was depressed. In addition, the four wheel drive light remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 153,000.
ODI 10760398
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Hazard light stuck on, prevent use of signal light. When disabled signal light not operable. *tr
ODI 10680799
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Service Brakes
I was driving home from work during the night-time hours and both headlights quit working. Now, the left headlight continues to go out but i can touch it and it will come on. I have replaced the light several times and nothing works. Also, 1 week ago, the abs failure message appeared. There are multiple complaints with this problem and frankly, both of my issues are safety concerns. Gm has installed defective parts…
ODI 10494643
Exterior Lighting
While driving home from work in the dark, both of my low beam headlamps quit working. I have been having issues with the headlamps and brake lamps going out intermittently and often. I replace them and they continue to go out. I believe there are electrical issues with my vehicle and i have read complaints on the 2006 chevy colorado with some of the same issues. I have contacted chevrolet via e-mail to see if they…
ODI 10484733
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
NO BRAKE LIGHTS. FUSE IS NOT BLOWN. *TT
ODI 10445777
Exterior Lighting
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet colorado. The contact stated that the exterior brake light switch was inoperative. A local mechanic diagnosed the vehicle would need a new switch. The vehicle was repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were contacted. The failure and current mileage was 64,000.
ODI 10428061
Exterior Lighting · Rear Window Wiper/Washer · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
2006 chevy colorado- 4wd- z71, extend cab 1. Premature rear brake shoe wear (more than front disk); 2. Right brake light blows out repeatedly and shows shortout burns on contacts at bulb socket. Replacing bulb just blows each time. 3. Rear window leaks in heavy rain storms. *tr
ODI 10369625
Exterior Lighting
Headlight fixture gets heavy condensation buildup inside lens during rainy weather which eventually causes lamp to fail (burn out) and also reduces operation of headlight due to fixture becoming fogged up because of condensation. Unit eventually will clear up after a few days of dry weather but will eventually become permanently stained (fogged up) due to water damage which will cause one headlight to burn brighter.
ODI 10384938
Exterior Lighting
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet colorado. While driving approximately 45 mph with the high beams on, the contact noticed the low beams were not on at the same time which reduced visibility. The contact then realized that both the high beams and low beams did not operate at the same time. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was told the vehicle was operating as intended. The vehicle…
ODI 10384271
Exterior Lighting · Switch
No brake lights on 2006 chevrolet colorado. Was notified in traffic by a third party. Determined bulbs and fuses were all functional. Researched problem online and found nhtsa campaign number: 09v-310 regarding exterior lighting: brake lights: switch. I live in missouri which is not specifically noted in the campaign. However, campaign states "coverage for vehicles registered in all other states will be implemented…
ODI 10329337
Exterior Lighting
Brake light failure. Was recalled in 2006 for a brake switch failure. In 2008 had the brake light go out, took to dealership they said it was the switch but not under warranty, paid to get it fixed. 2 times in 2009 had the same problem and paid to get it fixed again. Now, march 2010 i have no brake lights! *tr
ODI 10315632
Equipment · Exterior Lighting
Brake light switch out again. Had a recall on this in 2006. Matter was taken care of, but problems exists again. Called dealership and they said i am responsible for paying for the repair. Called customer assistance center through chevrolet and they told me the same as the dealership. I believe this is a malfunction that gm needs to own up to and repair for me and all other customers with this problem at no charge.…
ODI 10296623
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Brake lamps blow our regularly every week or two; blower motor quits intermittently due to rusted corroded connector; instrument panel fails intermittently, nothing works (gauges, lamps, odometer) but engine runs. Brake issue has persisted now for two years. Blower started in early 09 and instrument panel just started oct 09. *tr
ODI 10290067
Exterior Lighting
Driving home on date indicated... Slowing down for traffic and was almost rear-ended... The car behind me moved up to the side to inform me that he almost hit me due to my brake lights not working. Pulled over to confirm to find that none of my brake lights were working when pressing the brake pedal. Got home safely, located the recall information on safercar.gov and found 3 recalls regarding the type of vehicle we…
ODI 10286312
Electrical · Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
I own a 2006 chevy colorado i had the brake light switch replace due to recall on march 2006 three years later the same problem happen again the brake switch went out. Chevy corp said since the repair/recall was already performed i would have to take it back to the dealer ship to get it look at again and the same part that failed was going to be an out of pocket expense. I don't think i or anyone else having the…
ODI 10280756
Engine And Engine Cooling · Exterior Lighting · Switch
I have a chevy 2006 colorado this will be the six time that i that the truck to the dealer to have the rear brake lights fix they all go out together theirs have been some times that we had close call that we didn't get hit by the rear end it has been real scary at those times. *tr
ODI 10235556
Exterior Lighting
Problem started with both right and left top brake light bulb sockets melting from heat. Then i replaced both brake light assemblies to the tune of $198.00. Now when i apply brakes it blows the brake light fuse and i never know when its going to happen so the possibility of me being hit from behind at any time is very real. When i purchased the replacement tail light and brake light assemblies from the local dealer…
ODI 10284443
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