Buy Chevrolet (Chevy) Colorado Fender

The Colorado has three generations (2004-2012, 2015-2022, 2023-present). All use stamped-steel front fenders that are replaceable with basic hand tools. Common issues include denting from low-speed "fender-benders," corrosion where dirt traps behind the liner, and fit differences between trims such as ZR2 flares. Replacements must match the correct year range, cab style, and whether flares or air-vents are present. Painting calls for proper metal prep and self-etching primer. New fenders weigh roughly 15-18 lb and cost far less than frame repairs, making them a popular DIY project.

• A fender's job is to catch debris flung off a spinning tire so it cannot hit other vehicles or pedestrians. (Wikipedia)
• In U.S. English it's "fender"; British English calls the same part a "wing."

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• GM completely overhauled the truck for 2015, adding high-strength steel body panels. (Wikipedia, GM Authority)
• The 2023 redesign kept steel fenders but added heavier-duty stamped-steel bumper corners on off-road trims. (GM Authority, GM Authority)

• All factory Colorado front fenders are mild- or high-strength steel, chosen for dent resistance and weldability. (GM Authority)
• Each panel attaches with bolts along the inner apron, door jamb, radiator support, and rocker sill-no welding needed. (Colorado Fans)

1. Parking-lot impacts - typical "fender-bender" dents.
2. Off-road hits - rocks striking the wheel arch lip, especially on lifted trucks.
3. Corrosion - leaf debris behind the liner traps moisture, starting rust at the seam. (Colorado Fans, Colorado Fans)
4. Flare chafing - sand under ZR2 plastic flares can rub paint thin. (Colorado Fans)

• Visible ripples or creases.
• Paint bubbles along the wheel-arch lip.
• Liner will no longer re-attach because mounting holes tore.
• Headlamp, hood, or door gaps suddenly uneven after a hit.

Always disconnect the battery, wear eye protection, and support the truck securely.

1. Remove front wheel and plastic liner screws. (YouTube)
2. Unbolt headlamp bracket and front bumper corner if they overlap. (YouTube)
3. Remove bolts at door jamb (open door fully). (Colorado Fans)
4. Lift old panel away; test-fit new panel and adjust gaps.
5. Prep bare steel with wax-and-grease remover, scuff pad, and self-etching primer. (Popular Mechanics)
6. Paint, clear-coat, let cure, then reinstall in reverse order.

• Rinse wheel arches often, especially after salted winter roads.
• Clear leaves caught behind the liner each fall. (Colorado Fans)
• Touch-up stone chips quickly; exposed steel rusts fast.
• Apply wax or a corrosion-inhibiting spray to the inner lip every six months.

• A bent fender can push into the tire and cause blow-outs at speed.
• Proper panel alignment preserves crash-energy paths that helped the Colorado earn a Moderate rating in IIHS overlap tests. (IIHS)
• Some driver-assist sensors (front camera, radar) mount near the fender; keep their brackets straight for features like Forward Collision Alert to work. (Chevrolet)

• Bolt-on flares widen coverage for larger tires; factory ZR2 style is popular. (Colorado Fans)
• Liner trimming kits create room for 33-inch or 35-inch tires on lifted trucks. (YouTube)
• Aftermarket steel bumpers often integrate with widened fenders for off-road clearance. (GM Authority)

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*Prices vary by region and model year.

Insurance often covers fender damage when tied to a collision claim because repair is far cheaper than structural frame work.

A sound Chevrolet Colorado fender keeps your truck looking sharp, your tires legal, and your passengers safe. Whether you're swapping a dinged panel, adding wider flares for off-roading, or fighting rust, use the right generation-specific part, prep the metal correctly, and check your panel gaps. Your pickup-and the search engines-will thank you.