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โ 3 open recallsโ 113 owner complaintsโ Recent model yearโ VIN fully verified
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VIN 1GCPTDEK8R1181878 identifies a pickup truck โ the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado Z71. This specific unit was assembled at the WENTZVILLE, MISSOURI, UNITED STATES (USA) facility, one of Chevrolet's North American production plants. It is equipped with 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 and a 2.7L 4 Cyl engine.
This vehicle carries a notable 3 open NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include tires, fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly, seat belts:critical fasteners. All recalls must be repaired by a Chevrolet dealer at no charge to the owner. Verify current recall status at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The EPA rates this vehicle at 24 MPG combined (22 city / 27 highway), which represents moderate fuel economy. Annual fuel cost is estimated at $2600 at national average gas prices. It scores 5/10 on the EPA greenhouse gas scale, emitting 368 g COโ/mile.
Based on vehicle class, trim, and U.S. market data, this 2024 Chevrolet Colorado Z71 falls in an estimated used-market range of $34,200โ$42,700. The recall history may provide some negotiating leverage. Verify actual market value with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds using specific mileage and condition.
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General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles. Incorrect tires may have been installed that do not match the tire label, and the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) may provide inaccurate information for the installed tires. As...
Risk: A tire label that does not accurately reflect the installed tires may result in the installation of incorrectly sized tires. In addition, the TPMS...
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 19, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet...
24V49100028/06/2024
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The lock ring that secures the fuel pump to the fuel tank assembly may not have been fully locked during assembly, which can result in a...
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and fully lock the fuel tank lock ring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed...
24V70300019/09/2024
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chevrolet Colorado and 2023 GMC Canyon vehicles. The left or right front seat may have a seat belt buckle attachment bolt that was not tightened properly.
Risk: A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the left and right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2024....
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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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER06/03/2026
The turn signal system intermittently malfunctions. When using the...
The turn signal system intermittently malfunctions. When using the turn signal, the auto-cancel function sometimes activates the opposite signal, and at times the stalk does not stay engaged...
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM06/03/2026
Vehicle intermittently lunges forward during the 2nd-to-1st downshift, even...
Vehicle intermittently lunges forward during the 2nd-to-1st downshift, even while the brakes are being applied. When this occurs, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerates or surges forward slightly, travels farther...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER05/30/2026
My dog and I were headed to Home Depot...
My dog and I were headed to Home Depot on [XXX] when without any warning there was a very loud boom. My first thought was that we had...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES05/26/2026
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact...
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, and the brake pedal was depressed the pedal remained...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER05/16/2026
Check engine light came on and the dealership said...
Check engine light came on and the dealership said it was because the coolant was low due to the radiator hose leaking. I was told by the actual...
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE05/13/2026
The upper radiator hose on some huge percentage of...
The upper radiator hose on some huge percentage of these trucks fail (mine has failed at just over 35k miles). You can check the Colorado Chevy forum, youtube,...
ENGINE05/04/2026
Truck has 36,669 miles check engine light came on...
Truck has 36,669 miles check engine light came on and was idling loud, after being looked at my a Chevrolet dealership came back a faulty radiator hose, and...
ENGINE04/20/2026
Coolant leaking from the upper radiator inlet hose connection....
Coolant leaking from the upper radiator inlet hose connection. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated in the Driver Information Center (DIC).
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This vehicle has 3 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 113 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
Estimated national average for this vehicle: $1,660/year. Your actual rate depends on your driving record, location, age, and coverage level.
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What does VIN 1GCPTDEK8R1181878 decode to?+
VIN 1GCPTDEK8R1181878 decodes to a 2024 CHEVROLET Colorado Z71, assembled in WENTZVILLE, MISSOURI, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2024 CHEVROLET Colorado have?+
This 2024 CHEVROLET Colorado has 3 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 2024 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 2024 CHEVROLET Colorado?+
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2024 CHEVROLET Colorado Z71 is estimated at $34,200โ$42,700. 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 2024 CHEVROLET Colorado get?+
According to EPA data, the 2024 CHEVROLET Colorado gets approximately 24 MPG combined (22 city / 27 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $2,600.