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2019 Chevrolet Colorado

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Colorado.

Body TRUCK

The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado is a truck requiring 5.0 quarts of 0W-20 or 5W-30 engine oil. Within the model's 2004–2026 complaint history, this model year generated 144 owner complaints and zero recalls. That total sits far below the 2016 peak of 695 complaints yet remains well above the 2013 low of one. Power Train issues constitute the top complaint area, meaning researchers must weigh this specific complaint volume and category concentration against the absence of recalls when placing the 2019 Colorado in the model's broader reliability narrative.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192013

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 / 5W-30OEM · verified
Lug nut torque140 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Gas: 48; Diesel: 49 AGM VRLA Battery is required. · Gas: 615; Diesel: 850 CCA battery, OE oil filter 25206377. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI Gas: 48; Diesel: 49 AGM VRLA Battery is required. · Gas: 615; Diesel: 850 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size265/70R16 112TOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter25206377 alt 24585238
Engine air filter23248945 alt 94775933
Fuel filter52100212
Spark plug12680074 alt 12646780
Battery88866309 alt 88866116
Front wiper blades84225697 alt 84225696
Serpentine belt24580771 alt 12677093
Thermostat12630780 alt 12650486
Cabin air filter23135671

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length224.8 in
Overall width74.4 in
Overall height70.5 in
Wheelbase140.6 in
Curb weight4259 lb
Track (front / rear)62.2 / 62.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)57/43

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Colorado of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.1–6.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.10 sec — 2019 Z71 Crew Cab (5'2" Bed)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2019Z71 Crew Cab (5'2" Bed) 3.6L V66.10 sec14.80 sec308 hp4x4
2019ZR1 V6 Crew Cab (5'2" Bed) 3.6L V66.40 sec14.90 sec308 hp4x4
2018ZR2 V6 Crew Cab (5.1 ft. Bed) 3.6L V67.10 sec15.50 sec308 hp4x4
2018ZR2 Duramex Crew Cab (5.1 ft. Bed) 2.8L Turbo Diesel I-49.70 sec17.20 sec181 hp4x4
2017LT V6 Crew Cab (5.1 ft. Bed) 3.6L V66.10 sec14.70 sec308 hp4x4
2017LT V6 Crew Cab (5.1 ft. Bed) 3.6L V66.10 sec14.80 sec308 hp4x4
2017ZR2 V6 Crew Cab (5.1 ft. Bed) 3.6L V67.10 sec15.60 sec308 hp4x4
2017ZR2 Duramex Crew Cab (5.1 ft. Bed) 2.8L Turbo Diesel I-49.10 sec16.90 sec181 hp4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.0 qt of 0W-20 / 5W-30 engine oil, GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 140 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid6L50: Dexron VI, 8L45: Dexron HP
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity6L50
Brake FluidDOT 3
Brake Fluid Capacity2.11 pt
Differential Gear OilGL-5
Engine Coolant Capacity9.6 qt
Engine Coolant Capacity11.1 qt
Engine Coolant Capacity11.2 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)11.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)8.0 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs89 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs8.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill PlugFront: 24.0; Rear: 24.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain PlugFront: 24.0; Rear: 24.0 ft-lbs
Driveshaft Flange to TransmissionFront: 18.0; Rear: 48.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Chassis Bracket177.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Rear Shackle118.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts140 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug18.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug18.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)AT: 760, MT: 875 rpm
Spark Plug ManufacturerAC Delco
Spark Plug Gap0.037–0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque15.0 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerAC Delco
Spark Plug Gap0.035 in

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.25 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Standard BCI Cranking PerformanceGas: 615; Diesel: 850 cca

Service checks

Engine Compression100
Engine Oil Pressure22-32 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM@700 RPM 100°C rpm
Engine Oil Pressure10 psi @ idle, 36 psi @ 3000 rpm psi
Engine Oil Pressure10 psi @ Idle, 20 psi @ 2000 rpm psi
Intake Valve LashHydraulic in
Exhaust Valve LashHydraulic in

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 25; Rear: 25
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueRear: 133.0
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 4.4; Rear: 6.6
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 0.980; Rear: 0.650
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishStamped on rotor
Vented Rotor Maximum Scoring DepthFront: 0.059; Rear: 0.059
Variation from Parallelism Thickness VariationFront: 0.00024; Rear: 0.00024

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Leaf Spring to Axle (U-bolts) — tightening sequence 1 stages
159.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 125°-135°59 ft. lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
185°-95°
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages
171 ft. lbs., Step 2: 0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 89 inch lbs.71 ft. lbs
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 100°22 ft. lbs
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 60°15 ft. lbs
Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 45°15 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
118 ft. lbs., Step 2: 110°.18 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 18 ft. lbs., Step 4: 110°.22 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 40°22 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 2 stages

Prep Do not re-use old bolts

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
2190 degrees190 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep Do not re-use old bolts

122.0 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
2110 degrees110 degrees
3110 degrees110 degrees
4110 degrees110 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep Do not re-use old bolts

1M11 bolts44 ft. lbs
2M11 bolts185 degrees
3M8 bolts11 ft. lbs
4M8 bolts75 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: Turn 190°.22 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: Turn 110°, Step 3: Turn 110°, Step 4: Turn 110°.22 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
1M11 Bolts44 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 110° Step 3: 110° Step 4: 110°22 ft. lbs
Flex or Driveplate Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 40°22 ft. lbs
Flex or Driveplate Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 90° Step 3: 18.0 ft. lbs. Step 4: 60°37 ft. lbs
Flex or Driveplate Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 45°22 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 45°.22 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 40°.22 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 45°.22 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
122.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 40°22 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 90° Step 3: 18.0 ft. lbs. Step 4: 60°37 ft. lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Bolts 1-63.7 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
137.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 90°37 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 97,500 mi.

Every 7,500 miAccelerator Pedal (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Shift Interlock Solenoid (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 miWindshield Wiper Blade (replace)
Every 22,500 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 37,500 miFuel Filter (replace)
Every 45,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect)
Every 75,000 miHood Hinge (inspect)
Every 97,500 miSpark Plug Wires (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
At 150,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Timing Belt (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado represents a notable inflection point in the second generation’s federal safety record. Following the 2015–2016 spike in complaints (483 and 695, respectively) and recalls (7 and 4), the 2019 model year saw complaints drop to 144—below the 2017–2018 average—while recording zero recalls or investigations, a first since 2014. This decline aligns with a broader trend of stabilization post-2016, though the 2019’s 983 TSBs remain elevated compared to later years, suggesting lingering but addressable technical issues. The top complaint areas—primarily powertrain (49) and steering (16)—mirror concerns from prior years, though crash (6) and fire (4) complaints were relatively low. Positioned between the higher-risk 2015–2016 models and the quieter 2020–2022 period, the 2019 offers a balanced risk profile: improved reliability over early second-gen trucks but without the benefit of later refinements. **For buyers prioritizing a low-recall, post-spike year, the 2019 is a prudent choice—provided powertrain concerns are vetted via service records.**

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
983
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
144
Owner complaints
6 involved a crash · 4 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
’04’05’06’07’08’09’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25’26

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 144 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train49
Steering16
Electrical System10
Unknown Or Other8
Engine7
Fuel/Propulsion System4
Back Over Prevention3
Service Brakes3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 983 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
PIT5509M2026-05-14Unknown Or OtherThis PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.
PIT3271Q2026-04-01Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel…
PIP61042026-03-09Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and…
PIP4902V2026-03-09Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into…
PIT6425D2026-03-02Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Group G batteryVehicles taking 5.0 qtEngine oil filter 25206377Engine air filter 23248945Fuel filter 52100212Spark plug 12680074

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2019 Colorado take?

5.0 qt of Gasoline Engines: 0W-20; Diesel Engines: All Temperatures: 5W-30, Temperatures below -20°F SAE OW-40 may be used., per the factory manual.

Does the 2019 Colorado have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.