2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 177
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Service brakes
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
41% of complaints
Complaints per year
2006: 177 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 3 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 64 |
| 1998 | 73 |
| 1999 | 81 |
| 2000 | 132 |
| 2001 | 300 |
| 2002 | 351 |
| 2003 | 449 |
| 2004 | 368 |
| 2005 | 269 |
| 2006 | 177 |
| 2007 | 204 |
| 2008 | 191 |
| 2009 | 61 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 104 |
| 2012 | 53 |
| 2013 | 51 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 177 |
| 2016 | 122 |
| 2017 | 54 |
| 2018 | 53 |
| 2019 | 74 |
| 2020 | 105 |
| 2021 | 89 |
| 2022 | 96 |
| 2023 | 47 |
| 2024 | 142 |
| 2025 | 29 |
| 2026 | 12 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Service brakes
41% · 72 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
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I was in fast lane on highway approaching some construction and was cut off by someone who passed me on the right . I stepped hard on my brakes and the pedal went all the way to the floor . .
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-28
I was preparing to slow down as I approached my driveway. When I applied my vehicle's brakes, the brake pedal went completely to the floor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-01-18
At the worst possible time with icy roads and snow. I was on my driveway trying to get to the top off it when I lost traction. I stopped and applied the brakes.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-30
Power train
19% · 34 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission and cooling unit and lines.
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Dt*: the contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the driveway with the gear shift in the park position, and without the keys in the ignition, the vehicle rolled forward and crashed into a parked vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-09-27
Steering
11% · 19 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic power assist system and pinion shaft.
Electrical system
8% · 14 reportsMost commonly citing interior/under dash.
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Upon starting my truck, the oil pressure gauge immediately goes to 80 with no acceleration. At this point, there is no noise or other lights coming on to warn of other problems. This problem started a few days ago.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-20
Also filed under Engine
Engine and engine cooling
7% · 12 reportsMost commonly citing exhaust system and engine.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact noticed smoke rising from the hood of the parked vehicle. He lifted the hood and flames were present. The fire department extinguished the fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-09-24
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2006Complaint volume 177 complaints filed for this model year.
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Date not on fileSteering06E010000 Certain fabtech aftermarket replacement pitman arms, p/nos. Fts71000 and FTS71001, installed for use on certain 2001-2006 GM c/k 2500 pick up trucks and sport utility vehicles.
Remedy: Fabtech will notify owners and replace the pitman and idler arms free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during February 2006. Owners may contact fabtech at 909-597-7800.
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 72 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 34 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 19 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E010000 · Steering
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- Is the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 is rated "worse than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.