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2016 Chevrolet Colorado Brakes Problems

25 owner-reported brakes complaints from NHTSA data

25
Complaints
3
Crashes
Jan 2020Nov 2020
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (25)

criticalSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: May 2024

Vacuum pump failed and developed a tear almost leading to an accident. Now part of the pump system broke into motor leading to potential engine failure.

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NHTSA #: 11588763
criticalSERVICE BRAKES
CrashFiled: Jul 2021

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while backing out of a parking space at a very slow speed, the braking system suddenly malfunctioned and erroneously released causing the vehicle to surge backward and crash into a second parked vehicle. During the incident, no injuries were reported and a police report was taken at the scene.

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NHTSA #: 11424455
criticalSERVICE BRAKES
CrashFiled: Nov 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet colorado. The contact stated while, reversing the brake pedal locked and suddenly released and crashed into an unoccupied 2014 chevrolet colorado. Additionally, while driving the brake pedal was depressed and locked up, spontaneously accelerated and left skid marks without warning.

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NHTSA #: 11374276
criticalSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Jan 2020

After driving 10 miles, I parked my vehicle in my apartment parking lot. Approximately 15 minutes later, I got back in my vehicle to leave. Upon turning on my vehicle, I felt my brakes hard when I put my vehicle in reverse.

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NHTSA #: 11298617
criticalSERVICE BRAKES
CrashFiled: Jun 2016

Approaching an intersection and observed a yellow light. I was traveling 35mph as posted and applied the brakes only to have the pedal go all the way down to the fire wall. The truck had no braking power and only slowed to about 15mpg after applying for roughly 40-50 yards.

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NHTSA #: 10873361
highSERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
Filed: Sep 2025

-What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? 2016 Chevrolet Colorado VIN: [XXX] Engine: 2.5L I4 (camshaft-driven brake system assist vacuum pump failure).

NHTSA #: 11687092
highSERVICE BRAKES, AIR,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Filed: Aug 2022

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that on several occasions, the engine, traction, and stabilitrak warning lights illuminated then the vehicle went into Limp Mode. The vehicle was taken to AutoZone where a diagnostic test indicated that the powertrain system and cylinder #1 had failed.

NHTSA #: 11481401
highSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Jun 2021

In September 2020 the brakes failed suddenly. The brake booster was was replaced. Approximately 6 months later they failed again in heavy traffic with no warning.

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NHTSA #: 11422586
highSERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Filed: Apr 2021

Vehicle stalled due to braking during stopping has brake assist service light on still does the same thing other vehicles have recalls

NHTSA #: 11406237
mediumSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Jan 2024

I have replaced a brake booster three times first time it went out on me I was coming off of the interstate onto an exit 65 MPH almost took out four vehicles second time went out luckily I was on a road going slow and third time I felt it very unsafe the mechanic doesn't know what to do with it now they don't even want to fix it parts keep failing called manufacturer they give him the runaround and not good answers no warning lights at all when this happens just happens out of nowhere very scary luckily I haven't killed nobody yet in this vehicle

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NHTSA #: 11568179
mediumSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2020

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 chevrolet colorado. The contact stated that while driving 30 to 45 MPH, the brake pedal was firm. The contact made a turn and the vehicle came to a complete stop independently.

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NHTSA #: 11321111
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: May 2024

The brake pedal suddenly became very stiff with no warning while driving at highway speeds. Braking was very difficult and required me to swerve into another lane to not impact a car and run a red light. I managed to stop afterwards.

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NHTSA #: 11588069
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2024

Operator reported that under braking, they lost all power assist to the brake pedal and brake pedal was extremely hard to push. This resulted in extended stopping distance and difficulty slowing the vehicle down. It was found that the vacuum pump had failed.

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NHTSA #: 11584840
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2024

Operator reported that under braking, they lost all power assist to the brake pedal and brake pedal was extremely hard to push. This resulted in extended stopping distance and difficulty slowing the vehicle down. It was found that the vacuum pump had failed.

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NHTSA #: 11584600
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2024

Operator reported that under braking, they lost all power assist to the brake pedal and brake pedal was extremely hard to push. This resulted in extended stopping distance and difficulty slowing the vehicle down. It was found that the vacuum pump had failed.

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NHTSA #: 11584602
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2024

Operator reported that under braking, they lost all power assist to the brake pedal and brake pedal was extremely hard to push. This resulted in extended stopping distance and difficulty slowing the vehicle down. It was found that the vacuum pump had failed.

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NHTSA #: 11584601
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2024

During a preventative maintenance inspection, the mechanic found oil coming from the vacuum pump. Due to the number of failed vacuum pumps the fleet has been experiencing, the mechanic decided to replace the pump in order to avoid a vacuum pump failure during operations.

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NHTSA #: 11584148
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2024

Operator reported that under braking, they lost all power assist to the brake pedal and brake pedal was extremely hard to push. This resulted in extended stopping distance and difficulty slowing the vehicle down. It was found that the vacuum pump had failed.

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NHTSA #: 11584141
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2024

Operator reported that under braking, they lost all power assist to the brake pedal and brake pedal was extremely hard to push. This resulted in extended stopping distance and difficulty slowing the vehicle down. It was found that the vacuum pump had failed.

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NHTSA #: 11584147
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2024

Operator reported that under braking, they lost all power assist to the brake pedal and brake pedal was extremely hard to push. This resulted in extended stopping distance and difficulty slowing the vehicle down. It was found that the vacuum pump had failed.

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NHTSA #: 11583768
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2024

Operator reported that under braking, they lost all power assist to the brake pedal and brake pedal was extremely hard to push. This resulted in extended stopping distance and difficulty slowing the vehicle down. It was found that the vacuum pump had failed.

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NHTSA #: 11583382
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2024

Operator reported that under braking, they lost all power assist to the brake pedal and brake pedal was extremely hard to push. This resulted in extended stopping distance and difficulty slowing the vehicle down. It was found that the vacuum pump had failed.

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NHTSA #: 11583384
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2024

Operator reported that under braking, they lost all power assist to the brake pedal and brake pedal was extremely hard to push. This resulted in extended stopping distance and difficulty slowing the vehicle down. It was found that the vacuum pump had failed.

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NHTSA #: 11583041
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Apr 2024

Operator reported that under braking, they lost all power assist to the brake pedal and brake pedal was extremely hard to push. This resulted in extended stopping distance and difficulty slowing the vehicle down. It was found that the vacuum pump had failed.

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NHTSA #: 11582637
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: May 2019

Needed to replace brake booster vacuum pump at 50,000 miles. Cost me $468.18

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NHTSA #: 11217053

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