2012 Chevrolet Chevy

2012 Chevrolet Chevy Colorado

The 2012 Chevrolet Chevy Colorado is a mid-sized pickup truck that offers a variety of engine and transmission options. The base engine is a 2.9-liter inline-four that produces 185 horsepower and 191 lb-ft of torque. There are also two available V6 engines: a 3.6-liter engine that produces 225 horsepower and 241 lb-ft of torque and a 5.3-liter engine that produces 302 horsepower and 356 lb-ft of torque.

Transmission options include a six-speed manual transmission, a six-speed automatic transmission, and a five-speed automatic transmission. The Colorado comes in both rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations.

Owners of the 2012 Chevrolet Chevy Colorado have reported a number of issues with their vehicles. These issues range in severity from minor annoyances to major mechanical problems.

Engine

• 2.9L Engine
  • Intake Manifold Gasket Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks, loss of coolant, engine overheating.
    • Solution: Replace intake manifold gaskets.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
    • Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number 16V427000
  • Timing Chain Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine noise, loss of power, engine failure.
    • Solution: Replace timing chain and related components.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $5,000+
    • Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number 12V045000
• 3.6L Engine
  • Active Fuel Management System Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine misfires, loss of power, Check Engine Light illumination.
    • Solution: Replace Active Fuel Management system components.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $2,000+
    • Recalls: NHTSA Campaign Number 14V522000
• 5.3L Engine
  • Valve Train Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Engine noise, loss of power, engine failure.
    • Solution: Replace valve train components.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $5,000+
    • Recalls: None Found

Transmission

• 6-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Clutch Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Difficulty shifting gears, clutch slipping, transmission noise.
    • Solution: Replace clutch.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 6-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • Shift Solenoid Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Transmission slipping, delayed shifting, Check Engine Light illumination.
    • Solution: Replace shift solenoid.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $800+
    • Recalls: None Found
• 5-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • Transmission Control Module Failure
    • Description/Symptoms: Transmission shifting problems, loss of power, Check Engine Light illumination.
    • Solution: Replace Transmission Control Module.
    • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+
    • Recalls: None Found

Suspension

• Front Suspension Strut Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Vehicle instability, poor handling, unusual tire wear.
  • Solution: Replace front suspension struts.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+ per strut
  • Recalls: None Found
• Rear Suspension Leaf Spring Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Sagging rear end, decreased load capacity, unusual tire wear.
  • Solution: Replace rear suspension leaf springs.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500+
  • Recalls: None Found

Electrical

• Battery Drain
  • Description/Symptoms: Battery dies prematurely, vehicle fails to start.
  • Solution: Identify and repair source of battery drain.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Alternator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Dim headlights, electrical system problems, vehicle fails to start.
  • Solution: Replace alternator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Tailgate Latch Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: Tailgate opens unexpectedly, difficulty closing tailgate.
  • Solution: Replace tailgate latch.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Bedliner Cracking
  • Description/Symptoms: Cracks or tears in the bedliner material.
  • Solution: Replace bedliner.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000+
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dashboard Squeaks and Rattles
• Description/Symptoms: Noises coming from the dashboard.
• Solution: Identify and eliminate the source of the noise.
• Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+
• Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 2012 Chevrolet Chevy Colorado has a number of potential issues that owners should be aware of. The severity of these issues varies from minor annoyances to major mechanical problems. The cost of repairs can also be significant.

Overall, the 2012 Chevrolet Chevy Colorado is a reliable vehicle that offers good value for money. However, potential owners should be aware of the potential issues that it has before making a purchase decision.