2022 Chevrolet Colorado — Should You Buy One?
Typical asking price: $22,000–$36,000. This is one of the more reliable vehicles in its class — here's what to watch for anyway.
Kestrel Take
The last year of the 2nd-gen Colorado before the redesign. The 3.6L V6 and 2.8L Duramax diesel are both proven and reliable. A known commodity and potentially great value.
Known Issues for the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado
Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.
The 6-speed automatic shudders at light throttle. Fluid flush with Dexron VI resolves most cases.
Repair cost range: $150 to $2,000
Walk-Away Red Flags
- ✗Transmission shudder that persists after fluid change
- ✗ZR2 with heavy offroad use and no differential fluid service
Good Signs
- ✓2.8L Duramax diesel — excellent reliability and fuel economy
- ✓3.6L V6 with regular service
- ✓ZR2 with documented maintenance
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This page covers what goes wrong on the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado in general. The Kestrel report covers this specific car— the asking price vs. market, the photos, the seller's description, and a BUY / NEGOTIATE / WALK AWAY verdict with a negotiation script.
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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.
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