2006 GMC Sierra 1500
This year had at least 30% fewer 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
- 145
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Service brakes
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
48% of complaints
Complaints per year
2006: 145 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 83 |
| 1998 | 59 |
| 1999 | 158 |
| 2000 | 181 |
| 2001 | 140 |
| 2002 | 166 |
| 2003 | 180 |
| 2004 | 212 |
| 2005 | 177 |
| 2006 | 145 |
| 2007 | 263 |
| 2008 | 380 |
| 2009 | 234 |
| 2010 | 167 |
| 2011 | 284 |
| 2012 | 107 |
| 2013 | 115 |
| 2014 | 740 |
| 2015 | 720 |
| 2016 | 342 |
| 2017 | 354 |
| 2018 | 302 |
| 2019 | 648 |
| 2020 | 479 |
| 2021 | 585 |
| 2022 | 585 |
| 2023 | 486 |
| 2024 | 376 |
| 2025 | 117 |
| 2026 | 133 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Service brakes
48% · 69 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and electric.
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I wake up early on Sunday, on 11/16/15 and took a company truck a 2006 GMC Sierra 1500, to bring some cargo.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-11-16
I was sold an unsafe vehicle for work/comute family.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-18
Also filed under Wheels
When braking at the end of our driveway before proceeding into the road the brake pedal pulsates like ABS is kicking in but the vehicle hesitates to stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-05
Electrical system
14% · 21 reportsMost commonly citing horn and alternator/generator/regulator.
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something shorted on or behind the dash on the drivers side and caught fire
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-01-30
Power train
9% · 13 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission and transfer case (4-wheel drive).
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We were in a storage facility parking our camper when I got out of my GMC truck...I left it running in park because it was so hot outside...while I directed my brother to put the camper in place with his vehicle. This took approx.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-24
Also filed under Engine
Suspension
8% · 11 reportsMost commonly citing front and wheel bearing.
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The front left frame that the wheel and suspension bolt onto is in advanced rust stages. It is being considered unsafe to drive although the right side is still considered safe. Common issue from what I have heard.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-09
Air bags
6% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing frontal.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2008-02-07Wheels07E106000 Certain federal-mogul replacement wheel hub assemblies with the brand names: national, carquest p/nos. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, and 515060, shipped between January 23, 2006…
Remedy: Federal-mogul will notify customers and will replace the hub assembly free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2008. Owners can contact federal-mogul toll-free at 877-489-6659.
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Date not on fileService brakes, air06E050000 Certain federal-mogul national and carquest aftermarket hub assemblies, p/n 515058, sold for use on 2001-2006 General Motors 1500 and 2500 4WD trucks.
Remedy: Federal-mogul will notify its owners and will either credit the customers account or replace the unit. The recall is expected to begin during June 2006. Owners can contact federal-mogul customer service at 1-800-563-8507 ext 3530.
Buy-smart checklist
2006 GMC Sierra 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 69 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 21 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 13 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E050000 · Service brakes, air
- Recall 07E106000 · Wheels
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- Is the 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 GMC Sierra 1500?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 have?
- 2 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.