MYRModel Year Report

2006 GMC Sierra 1500

▲ Better than typical
2006 GMC Sierra 1500
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:38:48.867Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Sierra 1500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 1994: 13 complaints 1994 1995: 3 complaints 1996: 5 complaints 1997: 83 complaints 1998: 59 complaints 1999: 158 complaints 1999 2000: 181 complaints 2001: 140 complaints 2002: 166 complaints 2003: 180 complaints 2004: 212 complaints 2004 2005: 177 complaints 2006: 145 complaints 2006 2007: 262 complaints 2008: 380 complaints 2009: 234 complaints 2009 2010: 167 complaints 2011: 284 complaints 2012: 107 complaints 2013: 115 complaints 2014: 737 complaints 2014 2015: 717 complaints 2016: 341 complaints 2017: 353 complaints 2018: 300 complaints 2019: 636 complaints 2019 2020: 460 complaints 2021: 554 complaints 2022: 569 complaints 2023: 455 complaints 2024: 353 complaints 2024 2025: 107 complaints 2026: 100 complaints 2026
2006: 145 complaints
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YearComplaints
199413
19953
19965
199783
199859
1999158
2000181
2001140
2002166
2003180
2004212
2005177
2006145
2007262
2008380
2009234
2010167
2011284
2012107
2013115
2014737
2015717
2016341
2017353
2018300
2019636
2020460
2021554
2022569
2023455
2024353
2025107
2026100

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

SERVICE BRAKES 48%

48% of complaints: service brakes — 69 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASH INJURY DEATH
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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, 20141116

I WAS SOLD AN UNSAFE VEHICLE FOR WORK/COMUTE FAMILY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250318

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, 20180205

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 14%

14% of complaints: electrical system — 21 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing horn and alternator/generator/regulator.

FIRE INJURY
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something shorted on or behind the dash on the drivers side and caught fire

NHTSA ODI report, 20250130

POWER TRAIN 9%

9% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission and transfer case (4-wheel drive).

CRASH
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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, 20140624

Also filed under ENGINE

SUSPENSION 8%

8% of complaints: suspension — 11 distinct reports on file, most 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, 20260909

AIR BAGS 6%

6% of complaints: air bags — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.

CRASH INJURY DEATH

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20080207 — wheels

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, AND

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.

Campaign 07E106000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — service brakes, air

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.

Campaign 06E050000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 GMC Sierra 1500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (69 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (21 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E050000 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07E106000 (wheels) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 1998 ▲ 1997 ▲ 2026

WORST YEARS

■ 2014 ■ 2015 ■ 2019

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FAQ

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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.