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โ 5 open recallsโ 42 owner complaintsโ 15+ year old vehicleโ VIN fully verified
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VIN 1GCCSBF97B8118236 identifies a pickup truck โ the 2011 Chevrolet Colorado Work Truck. This specific unit was assembled at the SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA, UNITED STATES (USA) facility, one of Chevrolet's North American production plants. It is equipped with 4x2 and a 2.9L 4 Cyl engine.
This vehicle carries a significant 5 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor, latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch, power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl). All recalls must be repaired by a Chevrolet dealer at no charge to the owner. Contact a dealer with this VIN before finalizing any purchase. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 28 MPG combined (25 city / 33 highway), which represents reasonable fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $2200 at national average gas prices.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2011 Chevrolet Colorado Work Truck falls in an estimated used-market range of $15,600โ$22,500. The high recall count may suppress resale value โ factor this into price negotiation. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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Safety Recalls
11V27600006/05/2011
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CHEVROLET COLORADO AND GMC CANYON VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 22, 2010, THROUGH NOVEMBER 5, 2010. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE THE CONDITION IN WHICH THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR CRANK ARM NUT MAY...
Risk: DRIVER VISIBILITY COULD BE REDUCED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL SECURE THE WIPER MOTOR CRANK ARM NUT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE MAY 11,...
12V59400019/12/2012
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured from November 9, 2009, through August 28, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 113, "Hood Latch...
Risk: If the primary hood latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly. During vehicle operation, this could obstruct the view of the driver...
Remedy: General Motors will notify owners and instruct them to inspect their vehicle for the presence of a secondary hood latch. Dealers will replace the...
11V33700028/06/2011
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CHEVROLET COLORADO AND GMC CANYON PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.9 OR 3.7 LITER ENGINE AND A FOUR-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FOR FAILING TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY...
Risk: THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, AND THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL AWAY AS THE DRIVER OR OTHER OCCUPANTS EXIT THE...
Remedy: GM DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ADJUSTMENT CLIP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT JULY...
10V57500018/11/2010
CHILD SEAT
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2011, CHEVROLET COLORADO, GMC CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006, ISUZU I-280/I-350, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008, I-290/I-370, REGULAR CAB VEHICLES AND EXTENDED CAB VEHICLES WITHOUT A REAR SEAT AND EQUIPPED WITH A FRONT 60/40 SPLIT BENCH...
Risk: BOTH NHTSA AND GM DISCOURAGE PLACEMENT OF A CHILD IN A FRONT SEAT. NEVERTHELESS, THERE ARE INDIVIDUAL CIRCUMSTANCES THAT MAY REQUIRE PLACEMENT OF A...
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CUT A HOLE INTO THE BACK PANEL TRIM COVER TO ALLOW ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT...
11V00700006/01/2011
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE ESV, ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, COLORADO, EXPRESS, SILVERADO, SUBURBAN, TAHOE; AND GMC CANYON, SIERRA, SAVANA, YUKON AND YUKON XL VEHICLES. THE REAR AXLE CROSS PINS WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT...
Risk: THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN DIRECTIONAL CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND A CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW REAR AXLE CROSS PIN FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC...
TSBs are manufacturer repair instructions issued to dealerships. They are not safety recalls. If you're experiencing an issue, ask your dealer if a TSB applies.
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Owner Complaints
SUSPENSION03/10/2025
Excessive frame corrosion that has caused the bed of...
Excessive frame corrosion that has caused the bed of the truck to touch the cab which has made me apprehensive to drive it. The truck has ROT holes...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM04/18/2023
The vehicle has an electronic issue where it does...
The vehicle has an electronic issue where it does not recognize the original key to the car. It does not let you start the vehicle. There is a...
AIR BAGS03/03/2022
The drivers-side airbag indicator light remains on. The light...
The drivers-side airbag indicator light remains on. The light warns that the airbag is not working. This is the third time it has happened, first at 89,000 miles,...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER07/10/2021
Frame is rusted through/broken in same spot on both...
Frame is rusted through/broken in same spot on both sides. Bed of truck is flipping up and there is no gap left between the bed of the truck...
SERVICE BRAKES07/07/2021
Brake lights will not come on. There is no...
Brake lights will not come on. There is no fuse and lights are new. Many people have reported this as a problem. Has something to do with some...
SEAT BELTS03/08/2021
VEHICLE WAS PARKED, DRIVER HAD JUST SAT DOWN AND...
VEHICLE WAS PARKED, DRIVER HAD JUST SAT DOWN AND CLOSED THE DOOR. A LOUD BANG WAS HEARD FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE AND THE SMELL OF GUNPOWDER FILLED THE...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM09/01/2020
THE VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY NOT START. SOMETIMES THERE'S POWER...
THE VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY NOT START. SOMETIMES THERE'S POWER BUT WON'T CRANK. SOMETIMES THERE IS NO POWER TO THE VEHICLE AT ALL. IT HAS BEEN TO NUMEROUS MECHANICS,...
AIR BAGSโ 2 Injuries08/19/2020
2011 CHEVY COLORADO. CONSUMER STATES THAT AIRBAGS DID NOT...
2011 CHEVY COLORADO. CONSUMER STATES THAT AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT. *LD *JS
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This vehicle has 5 open recall(s). Use this as leverage — ask the seller to confirm all recalls are resolved or reduce the price accordingly. Unresolved recalls cost dealers time and money to fix.
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 42 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
Estimated national average for this vehicle: $1,520/year. Your actual rate depends on your driving record, location, age, and coverage level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 1GCCSBF97B8118236 decode to?+
VIN 1GCCSBF97B8118236 decodes to a 2011 CHEVROLET Colorado Work Truck, assembled in SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2011 CHEVROLET Colorado have?+
This 2011 CHEVROLET Colorado has 5 open recalls on record with NHTSA. Recalls are safety-related and should be resolved by a dealership at no charge to the owner.
Is it safe to buy a 2011 CHEVROLET Colorado with open recalls?+
Open recalls don't necessarily mean the vehicle is unsafe to drive, but they should be addressed promptly. Contact a CHEVROLET dealer with this VIN to confirm which recalls have been completed and schedule any outstanding repairs โ they are always free of charge.
What is the estimated value of this 2011 CHEVROLET Colorado?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2011 CHEVROLET Colorado Work Truck is estimated at $15,600โ$22,500. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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What fuel economy does a 2011 CHEVROLET Colorado get?+
According to EPA data, the 2011 CHEVROLET Colorado gets approximately 28 MPG combined (25 city / 33 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $2,200.