The third-generation Colorado (2023 and newer) moved to a turbo four-cylinder and a brake system that's controlled by electronics instead of an old-school vacuum booster. When it works, nobody notices. When it doesn't, owners see a dash full of warnings and a pedal that feels wrong. Here's what's going on and how to handle it.
What owners are reporting
Service brakes rank near the top of NHTSA complaints for the 2023 (27 complaints), 2024 (28) and 2025 (10) Colorado. The stories repeat:
- A dash that lights up all at once: service brake, ESC, trailer brake, brake assist, adaptive cruise unavailable.
- Brake pedal sinks toward the floor with weak braking, sometimes with a "brake system failure" message.
- Problems that clear after a restart, then come back.
- Dealer fixes that owners describe include a master cylinder or booster replacement, a battery replacement, and a brake system relearn.
One 2024 owner wrote that the dealer pulled code C058A (brake system control module) at about 2,963 miles, cited a GM bulletin, replaced the battery and ran a brake sensor relearn. A 2025 owner said the dealer found a bulletin for code C055F and ordered a master cylinder, booster and brake module parts.
The NHTSA investigation (EA26006)
| Detail | What NHTSA says |
|---|---|
| Opened | August 21, 2026 (upgraded from PE24011) |
| Vehicles | About 1,164,820, including 2023-2026 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon |
| Problem | eBoost failure causing loss of braking and steering assist |
| Reports | 745 field reports, 22 crashes or fires, 5 injury incidents |
| Recall yet? | Not as of the investigation opening |
An investigation isn't a recall, so there's no free fix tied to it yet. But it does mean your complaint matters. If this happens to you, report it at nhtsa.gov.
Recalls to check on your VIN
- 24V133 (2023 Colorado and Canyon): The front camera module can falsely detect an obstacle and trigger automatic emergency braking. Dealers update the software free.
- 24V237 (2023 Colorado and Canyon): Front wheel hub bolts may have been over-tightened and damaged. Dealers replace them free.
- 24V703 (2023-2024 Colorado): Front seat belt buckle bolts may be loose.
Some owners told NHTSA they still had phantom braking after the AEB recall work. If that's you, go back to the dealer and document it.
What brake work costs
| Job | Where | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Brake pads, 2023 Colorado | Independent shop | $351 to $408 (RepairPal) |
| Brake pads, 2024-2026 Colorado | Independent shop | $387 to $444 (RepairPal) |
| AEB recall 24V133, hub bolt recall 24V237 | Chevy dealer | $0 |
| Master cylinder, booster or brake module | Chevy dealer | Usually warranty on a truck this young; get it in writing |
Per spec listings, the 2023 Colorado has disc brakes all around (13.4-inch front and 13.3-inch rear rotors on the 4WD LT crew cab). One 2023 owner told NHTSA the rear pads and rotors needed replacing at about 30,000 miles after a squeal started near 20,000, so don't assume the rears last forever.
Easy things to try first
- Check the 12V battery. Low voltage can set off brake warnings on modern trucks, and several Colorado owners said dealers replaced the battery as part of the fix.
- Restart once, safely. If warnings clear, still book a dealer visit with photos of the dash.
- Look at the brake fluid level. Low fluid means worn pads or a leak.
- Don't rest your left foot on the brake. A GM bulletin for 2025 Colorados blames some warnings on pressing both pedals at once.
What to ask the dealer
- "What brake codes are stored, and is there a bulletin for them?"
- "Are 24V133 and 24V237 done on my VIN?"
- "Is this related to the eBoost investigation?"
- "Was the brake pad life monitor reset after the pad job?"
Is it worth fixing?
Always. On a 2023-2026 Colorado, most brake electronics should still be under GM's bumper-to-bumper warranty, so push for a real fix and keep every repair order. Normal pad jobs are a few hundred dollars and not a reason to worry.
More Colorado help is on the Chevrolet Colorado repair page. Prices checked October 14, 2026.
