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2023 Chevrolet Colorado

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 Colorado.

Transmission Automatic 8-spd

The 2023 Chevrolet Colorado is a compact pickup built on Chevrolet’s small‑truck platform, powered by an engine that requires a 6.0‑quart oil capacity and runs on 5W‑30 or 0W‑30 viscosity grades. Equipped with an 8‑speed automatic transmission, the Colorado delivers EPA‑rated fuel economy of 20/25/22 mpg across front‑, rear‑, and all‑wheel‑drive configurations. In the current model year, owner complaints total 130, with the most frequent issue centered on Forward Collision Avoidance, and the vehicle has three active recalls. Historically, the Colorado’s complaint record has fluctuated, peaking at 695 complaints in 2016 and dropping to just one in 2013, placing the 2023 model in a moderate‑to‑low reliability bracket relative to its lineage.

Model year202620252024202320222021202020192013

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 / 0W-30OEM · verified
Lug nut torque140.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy20/25/22 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 12727115. 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.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter12727115
Engine air filter84848112
Spark plug12688094
Battery88864542
Front wiper blades84225696 alt 84225697
Thermostat12716427
Cabin air filter13508023 alt 84987523

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 8-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length213 in
Overall width74.8 in
Overall height70.9 in
Wheelbase131.5 in
Curb weight4716 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 62.6 in

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined20 / 25 / 22 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

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.

6.0–7.1 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.00 sec — 2023 LT Crew Cab (5'2" Bed)
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2023LT Crew Cab (5'2" Bed) 2.7L Turbo I-46.00 sec14.50 sec237 hp4WD
2023Trail Boss Crew Cab (5'2" Bed) 2.7L Turbo I-46.10 sec14.50 sec310 hp4WD
2023ZR2 Crew Cab (5'2" Bed) 2.7L Turbo I-46.80 sec15.20 sec310 hp4WD
2023ZR2 Crew Cab (5'2" Bed) 2.7L Turbo I-46.90 sec15.40 sec310 hp4WD
2023Trail Boss Crew Cab (5'2" Bed) 2.7L Turbo I-47.00 sec15.50 sec310 hp4WD
2023ZR2 Crew Cab (5'2" Bed) 2.7L Turbo I-47.10 sec15.50 sec310 hp4WD
2024LT Crew Cab (5'1.7" Bed) 2.7L Turbo I-46.70 sec15.00 sec237 hp4WD
2024ZR2 Crew Cab (5'1.7" Bed) 2.7L Turbo I-47.20 sec15.40 sec310 hp4WD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 6.0 qt of 5W-30 / 0W-30 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 100.0 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Engine Coolant Capacity12.4 qt
Engine OilSynthetic · 5W-30 · 0W-30
Engine Oil Capacity6.0 qt

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts140.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts100.0 ft-lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant at 150,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 150,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Engine Oil Life Monitor (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 22,500 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plug Wires (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 100,000 miHood Hinge (inspect) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
At 150,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

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 2023 Chevrolet Colorado marks a significant inflection point in the federal record, with complaint volume jumping to 130 from just 48 in 2022, while recalls tripled from one to three. This spike places 2023 at the onset of elevated reporting activity following the exceptionally quiet 2020-2022 period, with 2024 maintaining similar recall exposure (three recalls) and slightly reduced complaints (114). The data identifies Forward Collision Avoidance systems and Service Brakes as the primary complaint categories, though the specific root causes remain unspecified in the federal filings. Relative to the broader arc showing declining complaint volumes from 2016 onward—interrupted by this 2023 resurgence—the model year sits in a higher-activity phase that precedes the downward trend visible in 2025-2026 data. With only two crash-related complaints and zero fire incidents reported, the safety profile appears contained despite the increased service documentation. Given that 2023 represents a transitional year with heightened but manageable activity compared to historical peaks such as 2016's 695 complaints, this remains a viable purchase option provided prospective buyers verify recall completion status.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
622
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
130
Owner complaints
2 involved a crash · 0 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

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 130 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Forward Collision Avoidance20
Service Brakes11
Engine10
Electrical System,Forward Collision Avoidance10
Electrical System9
Electrical System,Lane Departure7
Unknown Or Other7
Power Train5

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

24V133000Electrical System:Adas:Driver Monitoring:Camera/SensorReported 22/02/2024

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front camera module (FCM) system may falsely detect an obstacle, causing the automatic emergency braking (AEB) to engage… Remedy: Dealers will update the front camera module (FCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact GMC customer service at…

24V237000Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/StudsReported 28/03/2024

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front wheel hub bolts may have been over-tightened and damaged during installation. Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 622 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
N262546590-012026-07-14EngineCertain vehicles listed above, may have a condition where coolant leaks from the radiator…
PIT5966F2026-06-23Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still…
663.112026-06-17Unknown Or OtherThis update contains a required software change to help improve the overall software…
N25-2523322026-06-16Unknown Or Other• Fixes to help prevent loss of functionality for connectivity features such as OnStar…
PIT65232026-06-10Unknown Or OtherThis PI provides diagnostic steps for dealer technicians to verify the condition and…

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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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2023 Colorado take?

6.0 qt of Dexos1 Gen 3 Full Synthetic 5W-30. Extreme cold with temperatures lower than -20°F may use 0W-30., per the factory manual.

Does the 2023 Colorado have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Colorado get?

EPA figures are 20 city / 25 highway / 22 combined mpg.