2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Suspension Problems
- 16
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 16 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake lines · 4 records
- cross members · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that while performing regular maintenance that he observed corrosion and a hole on the cross members and chassis without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall, nor covered under warranty. The manufacturer stated that they could…
ODI 11006299
Fuel/Propulsion System · Service Brakes · Suspension · Underbody Shields
While looking over my truck prior to inspection i discovered three cross members totally rusted thru. The are also the main supports for the gas tank and the shocks. I have been trying to find replacement parts and the more i look the more i hear how common the rusted cross members are. I went to the local dealers parts dept. And when i asked for cross members he told me which ones i needed and pointed them out on…
ODI 10619093
Air Bags · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Service Brakes · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
Rotten brake lines. I looked at the brake lines while changing my oil. My truck has 47k on it. I called gm. They told me that i had to bring it to a dealer. I did. They confirmed that the brake lines are bad and need to be replaced. $1500 also the transmission cooling lines are leaking. I have been through almost all of the brake problems listed on this web cite. Abs light comes on, twice, 2nd time i replaced the…
ODI 10508984
Suspension
At 36,000 miles i took the truck to the dealership for a ticking sound coming from the front end when i turned. The said they replaced a broken pin in the steering box. Eight months later i began to hear a occasional growling noise when turning the steering wheel to the left on curves at speeds above 45 mph. I also began hearing the ticking noise again when making turns at low speeds. It cost me 600.00 to have the…
ODI 10370050
Air Bags · Suspension
Drivers side rear axle and tire came off the vehicle, causing 2006 silverado to wreck. Air bag did not deploy. We were on the entrance ramp to i-95 when suddenly truck turned toward concrete guard rail. After hitting rail head on and skidding across entrance ramp hitting rail ( several times) vehicle came to a complete stop. Tire and axel were (left rear-driver side) gone. Truck is totaled. Air bag did not deploy.…
Crash reported
ODI 10346743
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. While the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the vehicle was leaking fluid from the bottom. The vehicle was taken to the an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the strut system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 45,000.
ODI 10714369
Suspension
January 2009- excessive noise from right front of vehicle. Brought to dealer immediately for repair. Left front axle(4wd)hub/bearing assembly failed at approx 50,000 on a 2006 chevrolet silverado. Dealer repaired at cost to me of just under $400. July 2009, similar front end noise(louder) brought to dealer and determined right front bearing/hub assembly was loose and afloat as well and needed immediate repair at a…
ODI 10277339
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving 40 mph, the contact attempted to stop the vehicle and it stalled. She took the vehicle to the dealer several times and they replaced the front suspension stabilizer shaft bracket. She took the vehicle back to the dealer and they stated that the rotors failed. The rotors are not covered under warranty; therefore, the dealer wants to charge $400 for…
ODI 10256702
Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion) · Lower Arm · Steering · Suspension · Tie Rod Assembly · Tires
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that when starting the vehicle, the steering catch fractured and caused the wheel to fracture. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised him that the power steering pump failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired for the power steering pump. In addition, the contact mentioned that the front suspension…
ODI 10454353
Suspension · Tires
My 2006 chevrolet silverado has a defect where the tires rub against the suspension of the vehicle whenever a turn is made. This could cause a tire to blow out causing me to lose control of the vehicle. Chevrolet says they can not repair my truck. *tr
ODI 10197382
Service Brakes · Suspension
Replaced brake lines on a regular basis - undercarriage rotting out
ODI 11142529
Suspension
I have a new 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500, regular cab, long bed. It has a pretty bad vibration at various speeds, but it is mostly at higher speeds, say 50 and up. The dealer has balanced the tires three times and condition remains. I told them something is out of balance. They told me the truck has a known condition called "beam shake." i have had two other similar trucks and they did not have this problem. I…
ODI 10167805
Latch · Rearview Mirrors/Devices · Suspension · Tires
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle shimmied in the front and rear at 40-60 mph. The contact was unable to see out of the rear view and passenger side mirrors due to the severe vibration. The dealership informed the contact there was a problem with the frame on the 1999-2006 model years of these vehicles and they were unable to correct the problem. *ak the right side door was hard to shut. Updated 09/13/06. *jb
ODI 10166714
Rotor · Steering · Suspension · Tires · Wheels
Front end out of alignment constantly, tires wear out, dealership has replaced or refinished rotors three or more times and this problem continues, the engine while lightly accelerating make a noise, dealer said he could not hear this noise. I am trying to lemon law this vehicle because the front end is a weak manufacturer front end and not designed properly. *jb
ODI 10185135
Suspension
I purchased a brand new 2006 chevy silverado 1500 in may 2006. I have had 9 tires replaced due to being out of round (general tires p245/70r17) the vibration is so bad . I have also had the rotors shimmied at 16,000 miles. I was just told today 4-17-07 that my truck has a frame beaming problem and no one knows what can be done to fix it. I feel that this is a safety issue and that there is a defect in my truck. Am i…
ODI 10188186
Suspension
Vehicle is a 2006 chevrolet silverado extended cab pickup. It has beam shake (gm term) as outlined in gm pit#3009c (06/28/06). Excessive shaking under certain conditions makes the vehicle not drivable and has caused extensive damage to shocks and shearing (replaced be gm). Gm currently has no fix for this problem and has refused to repurchase the vehicle at a fair price. I will not drive the vehicle in that i…
ODI 10188618