The 2022 Chevy Colorado is the final model year of the current, second-generation mid-size pickup truck before the arrival of the all-new third-generation 2023 model. As such, GM is slowly winding down production of the 2022 Chevy Colorado as it prepares to switch to the next-gen model. Now, GM Authority has learned that Work Truck (WT) trims will no longer be built with the chrome grille bar.
According to GM Authority sources, Chevy Colorado Work Truck (WT) trims will no longer be available with the chrome grille bar for the reminder of the 2022 model year. This grille was previously standard on the WT, and will now be black instead.
There is no retrofit available at dealers to fit the Chevy Colorado with the chrome grille. In addition, there is no delete RPO code so this change won’t appear on the window sticker, and buyers won’t receive a purchase credit. However, those who truly desire the chrome grille might explore available parts inventory at dealers and/or online retailers after taking delivery of their Colorado.
It’s no secret that GM is winding down 2022 Chevy Colorado production as it prepares to produce the all-new 2023 model. As GM Authority was the first to report, unavailability of the chrome grille bar is just one of a number of parts that GM has discontinued on the current Colorado, including hood insulators, Chrome Appearance Package, Black B-pillar appliqué and driver-side engine shield cover, plus the discontinuation of the 2.8L LWN turbodiesel Duramax engine.
The production timeline for the 2022 Chevy Colorado was extended by two months earlier this year, with the final production date now set for December 23rd. The last order window for the 2022 model year was last week, during the October 20th order cycle.
Just like the current model, the next-gen 2023 Colorado will be produced alongside the closely-related 2023 GMC Canyon at the GM Wentzville plant in Missouri. Production of the next-generation trucks is scheduled to begin on January 25th.
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Who cares.
Please go to work for me, not to service.
If fancy is required expand your budget.
This actually is an improvement in the looks department, especially since the WT has black door handles & mirrors to begin with. I would venture a guess that the chrome won’t be missed.
I understand the concept of exhausting existing inventory prior to a design change, however I would think that there would be strong demand for grill parts for many years for accident repairs.
So typical for today. Make just barely enough parts and then substitute a cheaper piece.
Mary must think we will all scrap our ice vehicles for EVs? She is in for a rude awakening.
go woke, go broke… Mary decided to go Woke.
Where is my computer chip for my Colorado heated seats? It is starting to get cold.
I also am awaiting notification for my 2022 Colorado chip deficiency. I paid dearly for the truck sold with a chip expected. Will this overall cost be prorated to offset this important safety feature? God forbid an accident that could have been prevented! Who would take responsibility?
The chrome piece breaks up the black in the Wt grill. All black looks terrible, jmo.
it;s a “work” truck, who cares?
Hi….Cool article
GM screwed me when they started no 3rd party lease by outs. I have a Silverado with the lease ending. Here’s the rub There’s no Silverado HD available anywhere in the U.S.
I can’t get a F350 Ford because of no 3rd party buyouts. So what do I do? They can’t supply me with a vehicle I want so do I buy some tiny electrical car? Lol; A joke GM you really dropped the ballNever will I buy another GM product ever!