2006 GMC Envoy XL
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
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
- 109
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 3
- Top problem
- Fuel system, gasoline
Campaigns on file for 2006
Opened by NHTSA
55% of complaints
Complaints per year
2006: 109 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 2002 | 70 |
| 2003 | 228 |
| 2004 | 187 |
| 2006 | 109 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Fuel system, gasoline
55% · 60 reportsMost commonly citing tank assembly and fuel pump.
Electrical system
21% · 23 reportsMost commonly citing module and alternator/generator/regulator.
Show complaint excerpts
While vehicle was running, a burn smell eminitting from driver side door. Immediately brought vehicle to local repair shop for repair. They diagnosed the smell and window failure to the driver side master switch.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-19
Also filed under Visibility
Dear sir, today while driving my 2003 Envoy SUV (Approx 40,000 miles on the od ) I was making a left turn onto a major highway. About 3/4 way through the turn the car accelerated full speed without my help.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-10-11
Fuel system, other
6% · 7 reportsVisibility
6% · 6 reportsMost commonly citing power window devices and controls and fan/motor.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 GMC Envoy XL. The contact stated that the power windows and power locks failed intermittently. The contact also stated that the windshield wipers would independently operate when the switch was in the off mode.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-09-02
Back window on my 2006 GMC envoy exploded when the tailgate was closed. Glass was not previously damaged in any way. Hinges had just the day before begun making a noise when tailgate was opened and closed. My husband's hand was cut.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-05-22
Fuel/propulsion system
5% · 5 reportsSafety timeline
5 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first
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2005-10-14Steering05V455000 Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. Under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(S) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. The recall will begin on October 14, 2005. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438…
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2010-01-07Defect petitionClosed 2011-05-23 Fuel Level Gauge System Failure
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2012-06-11Engineering analysisClosed 2013-06-21 Driver's Master Power Window Switch
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2013-08-02Electrical system, visibility13V248000 General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu…
Remedy: Owners will be contacted and dealers will test the driver's door module. If the module is functioning properly, a protective coating will be applied. If the module is not functioning properly, it…
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2014-10-03Visibility14V404000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x; 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT and GMC Envoy XL; and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier and Isuzu Ascender vehicles.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the part number on the door module, and install a new door module if necessary, free of charge. Parts for the remedy are not currently available.
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2015-11-02Visibility15V599000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer and GMC Envoy vehicles, and 2006 GMC Envoy XL and Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT vehicles.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a new driver's door switch module, free of charge. The recall began on November 2, 2015.
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2016-05-17Exterior lighting15V519000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2006-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2007 Buick Rainier, Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT, GMC Envoy XL, 2006-2008 Isuzu Ascender, and Saab...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the HDM, free of charge. The recall began on May 17, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737.
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2017-04-24Recall queryClosed 2021-03-29 Loss of Headlights
Buy-smart checklist
2006 GMC Envoy XL — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel system, gasoline: 60 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 23 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, other: 7 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V455000 · Steering
- Recall 13V248000 · Electrical system, visibility
- Recall 14V404000 · Visibility
- Recall 15V599000 · Visibility
- Recall 15V519000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 2006 GMC Envoy XL reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 GMC Envoy XL?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 GMC Envoy XL have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.