2016 Chevrolet Colorado: recalls and problems

Fuel/Propulsion System2026-09-17

2016 chevy colorado z71 v6. sept.17,2026 took to mechanic because of bad gas smell in cab when window down and huge puddle of gas under truck. this could have exploaded very easily. shop said high pressure line / fuel leaking severely and do not drive. there was no warning lights or any indication of a issue. i called the dealer due to a current gm recall ( number 18188 ) and they say my truck does not qualify but no

Steering2026-09-16

Hello, this is my third or fourth attempt to contact nhtsa regarding the ongoing power steering failure issue with my 2016 chevy colorado, and i am asking for assistance and a response. my truck has now been at the mechanic’s shop for three weeks: [xxx] [xxx] [xxx] [xxx] the shop has had to replace the rack and pinion three separate times in an attempt to correct the power steering failure issue. despite these ef

Steering2026-09-16

The truck often loses power steering and traction control during trips rendering the vehicle with no power steering. upon stopping and restarting the truck, the power steering can return to the vehicle or stay turned off. taking it to multiple mechanics, they were unable to diagnose the problem. this is a concerning safety issue as the power steering can give out at any point during a trip.

Steering,Electrical System2026-09-14

The power steering will intermittently go out. this occurs at random times and often at speeds of over 65 mph. this is not a maintenance issue as it is electronic power steering.