2009 Chevrolet Colorado problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2009 Chevrolet Colorado have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2009 Chevrolet Colorado get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Chevrolet Colorado at about 19 mpg combined (16 city / 22 highway).

Q: How much is a 2009 Chevrolet Colorado worth?

Comparable 2009 Chevrolet Colorado listings run roughly $4,600–$15,400, typically around $9,840 (from 60 vehicles).

2009 Chevrolet Colorado at a glance

Safety recalls3

Owner complaints67

Combined19 mpg

Typical price$9,840

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2009 Chevrolet Colorado recalls 3

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #09V154000 · 06/05/2009

GM IS RECALLING 27,188 MY 2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE, ESCALADE HYBRID, ESCALADE ESV, AND ESCALADE EXT; CHEVROLET AVALANCHE, SUBURBAN, TAHOE, TAHOE HYBRID, AND COLORADO; AND GMC YUKON, YUKON HYBRID, YUKON XL, AND CANYON VEHICLES. THE FUEL SYSTEM CONTROL MODULES MAY HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH AN ADHESIVE SEPARATION OF THE ROOM TEMPERATURE VULCANIZING (RTV) SEAL BETWEEN THE SEAL AND THE HOUSING MAY ALLOW WATER TO SEEP INTO…

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FUEL SYSTEM CONTROL MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 18, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 OR AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.

Child Seat NHTSA Campaign #10V575000 · 18/11/2010

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 SEAT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE TOP T…

Fix: DEALERS WILL CUT A HOLE INTO THE BACK PANEL TRIM COVER TO ALLOW ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT POSITION AND WILL PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION AS TO USE IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OW…

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #09V310000 · 29/07/2009

GM IS RECALLING 185,903 MODEL YEAR 2004-2009 COLORADO, GMC MODEL YEAR 2009-2004 CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006 I-280, I-350, MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 I-290, AND I-370, PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, ARIZONA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, HAWAII, LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, NEVADA, NEW MEXICO, PUERTO RICO, SOUTH CAROLINA, TEXAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS AND UTAH. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE …

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS AS SPECIFIED IN THE RECALL BULLETIN FREE OF CHARGE. GM ANTICIPATES THAT PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE BY JUNE 2010. A SPECIAL COVERAGE FOR VEHICLES REGISTERED IN ALL OTHER STATES WILL BE IMPLEMENTED IN THE SAME TIME FRAME. IN THE INTERIM, OWNERS …

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2009 Chevrolet Colorado common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 67 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2009 Chevrolet Colorado MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg

City16 mpg

Highway22 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,353

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2009 Chevrolet Colorado worth?

Low

$4,600

Typical price

$9,840

High

$15,400

From 60 comparable 2009 Chevrolet Colorado listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Chevrolet Colorado costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,765

Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,500

Total$21,265

Per mile$0.28

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($9,840) with the same model 5 model-years older ($5,319), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Chevrolet Colorado trims & engines on record

Trims

LT · Work Truck · 4x2 rg work truck

Engines

3.7L 5-cyl · 2.9L 4-cyl · 5.3L 8-cyl

2009 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles on record

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Other Chevrolet Colorado model years

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2009 Chevrolet Colorado — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Chevrolet Colorado have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Chevrolet Colorado?

Based on 67 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, fuel/propulsion system, structure.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Chevrolet Colorado get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Chevrolet Colorado at about 19 mpg combined (16 city / 22 highway).

How much is a 2009 Chevrolet Colorado worth?

Comparable 2009 Chevrolet Colorado listings run roughly $4,600–$15,400, typically around $9,840 (from 60 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.