Recalls ·2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 4WD

2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 4WD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 4WD; the most frequently affected component is seat belts. Owners filed 40 complaints, most often about service brakes. Among the 9 model years of this model in the database, 2021 ranks #5 for number of recalls.

Recalls1
Complaints40
Crashes reported2in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Seat beltsCampaign 20V811000 · 23 Dec 2020

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.

Risk: If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202322230.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Service brakes17 · 42%
Engine11 · 28%
Electrical system7 · 18%
Power train6 · 15%
Steering5 · 12%
Unknown or other5 · 12%
Hydraulic2 · 5%
Air bags2 · 5%

When complaints were filed

20243
202518
202619

From owner complaints

The engine coolant temperature gauge is stuck at approximately 160•F. Cooling fans are running at high speed constantly. The thermostat is stuck in the open position. The vehicle is less than 100,000 miles. There is a “Special Coverage Bulletin N242484760” that has indicated the issue is occurring regularly with my…

Electrical system · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

In December 2024, at under 50,000 miles, my 2021 Chevrolet Colorado suffered complete brake failure caused by vacuum pump failure. The vacuum pump failure led to irreparable internal engine damage, requiring complete engine replacement under warranty. Sudden, complete brake failure in traffic could have led to a…

Service brakes · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered and failed to decelerate as intended while the brake pedal was depressed. An unknown message was displayed. In addition, the contact stated the vehicle failed to respond properly while the…

Service brakes · Nov 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

Starting my 2021 Chevy Colorado Zr2 in the morning and noticed the "service power steering, drive with care message. 40,000 miles. No power steering. This would clear after leaving vehicle sit and restarting. After reading many articles and found the recall notice for 2015 colorados. Based off of postings I didn't…

Steering · Nov 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

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Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.