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2006 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2006 GMC Sierra 1500, but owners have filed 145 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
145
Crashes / fires
8 / 5
Injuries / deaths
4 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 GMC Sierra 1500 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes40
Service Brakes, Hydraulic27
Electrical System21
Power Train13
Suspension11
Structure9
Air Bags9
Tires7
Fuel System, Gasoline6
Wheels6
Steering6
Exterior Lighting5

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 4
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 3
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 3
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 2
  • Suspension › Front — 2
  • Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner — 1
  • Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing — 1
  • Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 52,000 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 GMC Sierra 1500 complaints

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

Suspension · reported Sep 9, 2026
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. Took car in to replace the starter and shop doesnwant to work on it. We cannot afford a new vehicle because of a knkwn weakness in the frame work
Structure · at 230,000 miles · reported Aug 19, 2020
I had a crack in the windshield and when they replaced it the technician said it was so rusted from the inside that if anything happened again they would not replace it he had to really do some work arounds he said to even replace this one. That makes me feel that this is a real safety issue if we were to get in a serious accident. There is no rust on the outside around the windshield at all. So I was very surprised when the technician told me that.
Electrical System · at 90,000 miles · reported Jun 1, 2020
The contact owns a 2006 gmc sierra 1500. The contact stated that the heater blower relay switch was replaced however, the failure recurred. The contact stated while vehicle was in a stand still, and attempting to turn on the air conditioner, the air conditioner was inoperable. The contact stated that a dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the heater blower replay switch and harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired as of yet. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000. The consumer stated in 2015 the switch was replaced…
Service Brakes · at 30,000 miles · reported May 27, 2020
Even though my truck has always been garage kept and only has 30 thousand miles on it, my braking system went out while driving because my metal brake lines are rusted .
Service Brakes · at 230,000 miles · reported Dec 2, 2018
While driving at low speeds, about 20 MPH or lower, the brake pedal fades to the floor. There are no lights or codes and brake fluid at the proper level. This happens quite frequently and anywhere.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 GMC Sierra 1500?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (40 reports), followed by service brakes, hydraulic (27). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 52,000 miles.

Are GMC recall repairs free?

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