2010 Chevrolet Colorado

The 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is a compact pickup truck that offered a blend of utility and fuel efficiency. Engine options included a 2.9L inline-4 cylinder engine producing 185 horsepower and 190 lb-ft of torque, a 3.7L inline-5 cylinder engine producing 242 horsepower and 242 lb-ft of torque, and a 5.3L V8 engine producing 300 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options were a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic, depending on the engine choice. Owners generally appreciated the Colorado’s maneuverability and decent fuel economy, especially with the smaller engines. However, some disliked the cramped rear seating in the extended cab models and the somewhat dated interior design.

Engine

2.9L Inline-4

• P0017 Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 1 Sensor B)
  • Description/Symptoms: Check engine light comes on, rough running engine, poor fuel economy.
  • Solution: Replace the camshaft actuator solenoid, check camshaft actuator for damage.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found

3.7L Inline-5

• P0017 Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation (Bank 1 Sensor B)
  • Description/Symptoms: Check engine light comes on, rough running engine, poor fuel economy.
  • Solution: Replace the camshaft actuator solenoid, check camshaft actuator for damage.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
  • Recalls: None Found
• Cylinder Head Cracks
  • Description/Symptoms: Coolant loss, overheating, white smoke from exhaust. Common near cylinders 3 & 5.
  • Solution: Replace cylinder head.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1500 - $3000+
  • Recalls: None Found

5.3L V8

• Oil Consumption
  • Description/Symptoms: Excessive oil consumption, blue smoke from exhaust, fouled spark plugs. Often more pronounced in higher mileage vehicles.
  • Solution: Replacing valve seals, piston rings, or potentially the entire engine.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $5000+ (depending on the repair)
  • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

4-Speed Automatic (4L60E)

• Slipping or Harsh Shifting
  • Description/Symptoms: Transmission slips between gears, especially under heavy acceleration. Harsh or delayed shifts.
  • Solution: Replacing the transmission fluid or rebuilding the transmission.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 (fluid change) - $3000+ (rebuild/replace)
  • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Ball Joint Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Clunking noise from front suspension, loose steering, uneven tire wear. Particularly common on 4WD models.
  • Solution: Replacing the ball joints (upper and/or lower).
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $600+ per side
  • Recalls: None Found
• Leaf Spring Sagging or Broken
  • Description/Symptoms: Rear end sagging, reduced load capacity, rough ride.
  • Solution: Replace leaf springs.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $1000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Blower Motor Resistor Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Loss of some or all blower motor speeds (fan only works on high, for example).
  • Solution: Replacing the blower motor resistor.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $200
  • Recalls: None Found
• Door Lock Actuator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Door locks fail to lock or unlock properly, or make unusual noises.
  • Solution: Replacing the faulty door lock actuator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $300 per door
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Rust on Rocker Panels and Cab Corners
  • Description/Symptoms: Visible rust developing on rocker panels, cab corners, and sometimes wheel wells.
  • Solution: Rust repair (cutting out rusted metal and welding in new panels) or replacing affected panels.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2000+ per area (depending on severity)
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dashboard Cracking
  • Description/Symptoms: Cracks appearing on the dashboard surface, especially in areas exposed to sunlight.
  • Solution: Replacing the dashboard (expensive) or using a dashboard cover.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $1500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2010 Chevrolet Colorado exhibits a range of potential issues, with the severity and cost of repairs varying widely. Engine problems, especially with the 3.7L and 5.3L, can be costly to address. Suspension and electrical problems are also common. The extent of rust can also be a significant concern. It’s important to have a thorough pre-purchase inspection performed, especially focusing on the cylinder head, oil consumption (for V8s), rust, and suspension components.