Sell your 2011 Chevrolet Colorado for cash

The 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is a pickup truck that came with a choice of 2.9L 4-cyl, 3.7L 5-cyl and 5.3L 8-cyl engines. At 15 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2011 Chevrolet Colorado at a glance

Body styleSmall Pickup Trucks 2WD, Small Pickup Trucks 4WD
Engines2.9L 4-cyl, 3.7L 5-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
DriveRear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy14–18 city / 19–25 highway / 16–21 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,200–$4,200 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂423–555 grams per mile
Gross vehicle weight rating4,850–5,500 lb
Versions tested by EPA16 configurations: Colorado 2WD, Colorado Cab Chassis inc 2WD, Colorado Crew Cab 2WD, Colorado 4WD, Colorado Cab Chassis inc 4WD, Colorado Crew Cab 4WD
Age15 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 15 years old, most of a 2011 Colorado's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a pickup truck, it's heavier than a typical car, and scrap weight is a big part of any junk offer. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2011 Colorado. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the electrical system, typically around 62,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2011 Chevrolet Colorado recalls

NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls covering the 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Latches/Locks/LinkagesDec 2012 · NHTSA campaign 12V594000

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured from November 9, 2009, through August 28, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 113, "Hood Latch System." The hood may be missing the secondary hood latch.

Risk: If the primary hood latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly. During vehicle operation, this could obstruct the view of the driver and increase the risk of a crash.

Power TrainJun 2011 · NHTSA campaign 11V337000

General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 Chevrolet Colorado and gmc canyon passenger vehicles equipped with a 2.9 or 3.7 liter engine and a four-speed automatic transmission for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and…

Risk: The driver may not be able to restart the vehicle, and the vehicle could roll away as the driver or other occupants exit the vehicle or have exited, resulting in the possibility of the vehicle striking them or someone around the vehicle, or

VisibilityMay 2011 · NHTSA campaign 11V276000

General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 Chevrolet Colorado and gmc canyon vehicles manufactured from september 22, 2010, through november 5, 2010. Some of these vehicles have the condition in which the windshield wiper motor crank arm nut may not be tightened to specification. When the wipers are operated with a build-up…

Risk: Driver visibility could be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.

SuspensionJan 2011 · NHTSA campaign 11V007000

General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; Chevrolet avalanche, Colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and gmc canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the…

Risk: The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.

Child SeatNov 2010 · NHTSA campaign 10V575000

Gm is recalling certain model year 2004-2011, Chevrolet Colorado, gmc canyon, model year 2006, isuzu i-280/i-350, and model year 2007-2008, i-290/i-370, regular cab vehicles and extended cab vehicles without a rear seat and equipped with a front 60/40 split bench seat. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal…

Risk: Both NHTSA and gm discourage placement of a child in a front seat. Nevertheless, there are individual circumstances that may require placement of a child in a restraint in the front center seating position of this vehicle that does not offe

Common 2011 Colorado problems

Owners have filed 42 complaints about the 2011 Chevrolet Colorado with NHTSA. 4 reports involved a crash. Owners reported 4 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Electrical System14
  • Air Bags9
  • Unknown or Other4
  • Engine3
  • Exterior Lighting3
  • Seat Belts3

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Electrical System62,000 mi
  • Air Bags52,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other119,000 mi
  • Engine77,000 mi
  • Exterior Lighting43,000 mi
  • Seat Belts56,000 mi

2011 Chevrolet Colorado crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2011 Chevrolet Colorado, by version tested.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
Pu/Ec, AWDNot rated——★★★★☆17.9%
Pu/Cc, AWDNot rated——★★★★☆17.9%
Pu/Rc, AWDNot rated——★★★★☆17.9%
Pu/Cc, RWDNot rated——★★★★☆18.5%
Pu/Rc, RWDNot rated——★★★★☆18.5%
Pu/Ec, RWDNot rated——★★★★☆18.5%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2011 Chevrolet Colorado service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 1,259 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment190
  • Equipment161
  • Electrical System97
  • Engine and Engine Cooling87
  • Engine67
  • Equipment51

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIP4902W

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2026 · PIT3271Q

    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2026 · PIP4902V

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2026 · PIP6104

    This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Selling a 2011 Colorado: questions

How much is a 2011 Chevrolet Colorado worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. As a heavier vehicle, its scrap weight adds to the offer. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2011 Colorado that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2011 Colorados that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2011 Colorado with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Colorado; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2011 Colorado?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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