Model year 2020 · Small Pickup Trucks 2WD, Small Pickup Trucks 4WD
2020 Chevrolet Colorado: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings
EPA rates the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado at 17–23 mpg combined across 8 versions. NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 87 owner complaints for this model year. Its best NHTSA overall crash-test rating is 4 out of 5 stars.
Safety recalls
0
EPA combined mpg
17–23
NHTSA overall rating
4/5
Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT
Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Chevrolet dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.
2020 Chevrolet Colorado recalls
NHTSA's recall file lists 0 safety recalls for the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, newest first.
No recalls are listed for the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado in NHTSA's recall file as of Oct 27, 2026.
Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.
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2020 Chevrolet Colorado fuel economy by version
EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination. Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City/Hwy/Comb | Fuel cost/yr | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 20/26/22 mpg | $3,050 | 406 |
| Colorado 2WD | 2.8L 4-cyl turbo diesel | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Diesel | 20/30/23 mpg | $4,150 | 435 |
| Colorado 2WD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 18/25/20 mpg | $3,350 | 440 |
| Colorado 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 19/24/21 mpg | $3,200 | 428 |
| Colorado 4WD | 2.8L 4-cyl turbo diesel | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | 19/28/22 mpg | $4,350 | 456 |
| Colorado 4WD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 17/24/19 mpg | $3,550 | 461 |
| Colorado ZR2 4WD | 2.8L 4-cyl turbo diesel | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel | 18/22/19 mpg | $5,050 | 525 |
| Colorado ZR2 4WD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 16/18/17 mpg | $3,950 | 532 |
Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.
EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.
2020 Chevrolet Colorado crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Tested vehicle | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk | Forward collision warning |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 2WD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 3 stars | 21.9% | Optional |
| 2020 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 3 stars | 21.2% | Optional |
| 2020 Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC 2WD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 3 stars | 22% | Optional |
| 2020 Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC 4WD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 3 stars | 21.4% | Optional |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.
Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.
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2020 Chevrolet Colorado owner complaints
Owners have filed 87 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, most recently on Oct 23, 2026. 1 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 4 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.
| Component named in complaints | Mentions |
|---|---|
| Power train | 32 |
| Engine | 19 |
| Unknown or other | 15 |
| Service brakes | 11 |
| Steering | 10 |
| Electrical system | 6 |
| Engine and engine cooling: Engine: Crank/camshaft position sensor | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 |
| Seat belts | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 |
Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.
Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.
Other Chevrolet Colorado model years
| Year | Combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Colorado | 16–21 mpg | 1 | 18 | 4/5 |
| 2025 Colorado | 16–20 mpg | 1 | 27 | 4/5 |
| 2024 Colorado | 16–22 mpg | 3 | 125 | 4/5 |
| 2023 Colorado | 16–22 mpg | 3 | 137 | 4/5 |
| 2022 Colorado | 17–23 mpg | 1 | 56 | 4/5 |
| 2021 Colorado | 17–23 mpg | 1 | 80 | 4/5 |
| 2019 Colorado | 15–23 mpg | 0 | 150 | 4/5 |
| 2018 Colorado | 15–25 mpg | 1 | 183 | 4/5 |
| 2017 Colorado | 15–25 mpg | 1 | 216 | 4/5 |
| 2016 Colorado | 16–25 mpg | 4 | 714 | 4/5 |
| 2015 Colorado | 16–22 mpg | 7 | 493 | 4/5 |
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Other 2020 Chevrolet models
Sources
- Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 27, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
- Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
- Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
- Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
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