As GM Authority exclusively reported last week, the all-new Trail Boss Package for the 2022 Chevy Colorado is currently unavailable to order. Now, GM Authority has learned why the package is no longer available.
According the GM Authority sources, the Trail Boss package for the 2022 Chevy Colorado proved to be so popular, General Motors received three times as many orders as it expected for the entire model year in just one month. Due to this overwhelming demand, the automaker simply can’t fulfill all the orders for lack of available parts – particularly the alloy wheels include with the package. As a result, some 2022 Chevy Colorado dealer orders optioned with the Trail Boss package will be rebuilt without the package.
The Trail Boss package for the 2022 Chevy Colorado is tagged with RPO code PEC and includes the following content (relevant RPO codes listed in parentheses):
- Performance Front Skid Plate (SIQ)
- Performance Mid Skid Plate (SIR)
- Front 1-inch Leveling Kit (SQS)
- 17-inch High gloss Black wheels (SE0)
- Red recovery hooks (W0H)
- Black tailgate lettering (SB9)
- Black Colorado emblems (SMG)
The Trail Boss package was previously offered on Colorado LT and Z71 trim levels when equipped with four-wheel drive. The package was also offered in conjunction with all three engine options, including the naturally aspirated 3.6L V6 LGZ gasoline engine, the naturally aspirated 2.5L I4 LCV gasoline engine, and 2.8L I4 LWN turbodiesel Duramax engine. However, as GM Authority reported previously, the 2022 Chevy Colorado is currently not available with the 2.5L I4 LCV as a result of a parts constraint.
2022 Chevy Colorado Trail Boss
To note, General Motors showcased a unique 2022 Chevy Colorado Z71 with the Trail Boss package at the recent 2021 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The pickup also featured a number of Chevrolet Accessories, such as the 1-inch front leveling kit, underbody skid plates, red recovery hooks, and 17-inch ZR2 wheels finished in black, plus a rooftop tent from Freespirit Recreation.
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Comments
Seems like most of these options can be found at Lowes so I’m not sure why GM can’t fulfill.
Very few diesels available
Why does the Canyon AT4 not come with the front leveling kit?
Because not everyone wants it level.
Toyota had level trucks and many ended up tail draggers as they aged.
Typical GM, completely disconnected from reality and terrible foresight. It’s not like these parts require semiconductors, how hard is it to produce some skid plates and a leveling kit? It should only take a few months. Offroad vehicles are so hot right now and GM is just missing out.
has nothing to do with skid plates and a leveling kit. The Wheels are apparently the problem. Colorado has other trims available. Or just buy a Toyota Tacoma.
That’s even worse. Wheels are easier to make since there are dozens of companies in North America producing them. Just create another design and sell it as a trail boss with different wheels. Absolutely pathetic, more potential cash for GM is now flowing to other brands all because they can’t make some wheels?
OK, then buy something else !!!
Seeing as the articles says Colorado Trail Bosses aren’t even available, that’s literally the only option LMAO
Personally I believe that Mary got the projected vehicle demand reports mixed up. Wait until she figures out the low demand report was for the future EV’s projected sales and the future high demand sales report was for the off-road Z-71 Colorados.
The 22 colorado I ordered has been setting in MO for over 2 months waiting for chips, or so they say?
Hi Mike just out of curiosity did you have to pay over MSRP for your truck?
Sorry to hear that. I just was able to get lucky and order one of these for a customer of mine, and get it in 6 weeks with no delays.
Does GM have any future plans to make their own version of the Maverick? I’m really liking the Maverick and would like to cross shop with something from Chevy or GMC.
It’s so successful they can’t build it… same as Corvette & Bronco. I get the difficulties caused by the pandemic but how have these manufacturers lost their mojo on forecasting demand so badly? In 1964 Ford was able to flood the country with the hot Mustang and capitalize on crazy demand. GM was able to do the same with the lowly X-cars in 1980. Ford again when they introduced the Taurus. Suddenly they miss the boat by literal miles with all the data, technology and infrastructure available today vs. 20-60 years ago. If this is the state of American manufacturing, I’d say we all better start boning up on our Chinese….
Simple ,
In 1954 ford built all its own parts
2021 , everything is subcontracted out . Contractor has only so much capacity for your part .
Penny wise and dollar foolish when you get a popular model
GM is famous for creating something that a lot of people want to buy, then not build it. Wheels? That’s really what’s keeping them from selling vehicles now? I think instead of possible cancellations, they should find a different wheel option and see if the customer still wants the truck. If not, Ford will have a ranger for you! GM is the BEST at turning customers away by cutting standard features and options available and doing away with engine choices, leaving only one. SOME people actually like having choices when shopping for a vehicle… are you listening Mary?
At least you have some chance of getting the truck close to what you want.. i have been WAITING 11 YEARS for a new Ram Dakota… so I ended up with a Colorado which is a really great truck, but deep down i want that next dakota.. maybe
Just lost my 2022 Z71 Colorado order due to “color red is no longer available”. Seriously. How do you run out of paint?? For the 2022 year?? I think they just had a 2022 year to use up leftover parts. Poor poor planning. Every Colorado/Canyon in this area is sold before it gets to the dealership. Wouldn’t you try to increase production if sales were so strong?? The rest of the colors are kinda weird. Must have got a good price on those paints. I agree with the other comments, if the Trail Boss is hot, make more. GM is making a lot of money in spite of the crazy market, so I think they don’t really care about developing customer base.
just go buy a Toyota Tacoma since GM seems to be playing head games with their customers. Toyota cares about you.
2022 year is just a way to use up the parts. You cant even find a diesel anywhere!!
As a dealer, I just had this happen to me. The excuse was all parts were available except the red recovery tow hooks. Mid-Atlantic is selling dealers the other parts and dealers are selling these trucks with Trail oss upfits which feature all the options except the red hooks.