2006 Chevrolet C4500 recalls and problems

The 2006 Chevrolet C4500 has 1 safety recall and 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2006 Chevrolet C4500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Chevrolet C4500 recalls

Recall 08V-344: Trailer Hitches

Reported Jul 28, 2008 · 108 vehicles affected · KNAPHEIDE MANUFACTURING COMPANY

Problem: Knapheide is recalling 108 my 2006-2008 pro series truck beds equipped with an icc bumper which included a provision for a ball hitch. There may be an insufficient weld attaching the hitch channel to the supporting structure.

Risk: This could result in bending of the hitch channel or the hitch could be pulled off the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Knapheide will offer two remedies to its customers: (1) for those customers who do not use the hitch, the hitch will be removed from the truck bed and replaced with an icc bumper; or (2) for those customers who need a hitch, a receiver hitch assembly will be added to the existing hitch assembly and all suspect weld joints will be re welded. The recall began on august 15, 2008. Owners may contact knapheide at 1-877-473-5763.

2006 Chevrolet C4500 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine and Engine Cooling	3
Electrical System	1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Seats	1
Wheels	1

Most reported parts

Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel — 2
Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 31,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 Chevrolet C4500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 15,904 miles · reported Mar 2, 2013

Driver heard a loud pop while driving on the highway. Pulled over and saw coolant dripping from the underside of the vehicle. Opening the hood he saw the fan shroud was broken. After being towed we realized that the fan had broken and pieces had hit the shroud shredding it and sending a piece into the radiator.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 60,200 miles · reported Aug 4, 2011

Accelerating from stop light, 5:45 cst, 92 degrees/humid, 15mph, 150' into intersection loud noise. Cooling fan disintegrated & took out all hoses, radiator & both radiator shrouds. Currently at dealer, lower radiator hose no longer made.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 62,000 miles · reported Sep 16, 2010

Recently, the fan exploded on my 2006 chevrolet c-4500 and destroyed the cowling around the fan and tore holes in the radiator and hoses into the intercooler. I was pulling a heavy 5th wheel rv. Glad it did not happen when I was changing the fuel filter a few days before. Updated 09/23/10 the consumer stated the fan blade failed. The outer ring came apart and destroyed the cowling around the fan and made holes in the radiator causing anti-freeze to leak out. Updated 09/24/10

Wheels · at 31,000 miles · reported Jun 10, 2009

The contact owns a 2006 chevrolet c4500. The contact stated that there were nuts that hold the bearings and wheels together, including a special one for just the wheel. One of the nuts is loose and moves back and forth. The failure chews away at the tread of the spindle that holds the axle. If the tread continues to disintegrate, the wheel could fall off. The manufacturer stated that the extended warranty did not cover the hub that needed to be replaced. The failure mileage was 31,000.

Seats · reported Dec 16, 2008

Truck has optional air suspension seats. Seat relies on compressor and tank to be raised otherwise seat will remain in lowest position. This may leave driver in too low a position to drive comfortably and see the road effectively. Truck has repeatedly had compressor, relay, pressure switch failures. Dealer has replaced compressor, relay, and pressure switch in order to fix system problems where compressor which runs erratically, excessively or not at all. Latest repair involved replacement with a supposedly heavier duty relay. Truck is now out of 2 year warranty and the compressor has failed…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Chevrolet C4500 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Chevrolet C4500: 08V-344 (trailer hitches). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Chevrolet C4500?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (3 reports), followed by electrical system (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 31,000 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.