2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Service Brakes Problems
- 116
- 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 116 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake lines · 72 records
- brake line · 44 records
- brake pedal · 37 records
- brake fluid · 34 records
- went floor · 31 records
- pedal went · 29 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 44 |
| 100–150k mi | 28 |
| 30–60k mi | 21 |
| 150–400k mi | 14 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes
Vehicle developed a gas line leak, and upon inspection, discovered that all fuel and brake lines on vehicle have extensive corrosion and are in need of replacement. The vehicle interior and exterior are in near new condition, the issue with the brake and gas lines is clearly a metallurgical issue and to the extent this problem is, is not a normal maintenance issue. There has been extensive reports of this problem…
ODI 10724677
Service Brakes
When slowing down to stop,app 5 to 10 mph,before stop.brake pedel will soft and pluse like brakes went away but stoping you.its feels like you lost your brakes.its been steaty app 9 out of 10 times. Had vehicle check out several places for bakes issues,new rotors ,pads ,drums,and shoes .plug in computer no codes on brakes or abs system.its can be scary when driving trying to stop.
ODI 10761765
Service Brakes
Brake pedal went to the floor when trying to brake. Got the truck home and towed it to a auto repair business. The brake lines had rusted out and were leaking the brake fluid out, also had to replace the calipers because the fluid bleeding mechanism rusted out too this is a safety issue and gm should have issued a recall, this repair has cost me 1350 $. *tr
ODI 10702039
Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
When applying the brakes to stop at an intersection, the vehicle lurches for a few feet then just lets go until it comes to a complete stop several feet into the intersection. This also occurs every time the brakes are applied when trying to stop. The brakes seem to slow you down to 10 miles per hour then they let go. At this time we are forced to use this vehicle even though it is unsafe. We would like this problem…
ODI 10706320
Air Bags · Service Brakes
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond. As a result, the contact crashed into a tree and the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the brake line was rusted…
Crash reported
ODI 10690045
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, another vehicle cut the contact's vehicle off causing him to slam down on the brakes. As a result, the brake line fractured and the vehicle began to leak brake fluid. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the brake lines needed to be replaced due to corrosion. The vehicle was…
ODI 10681118
Service Brakes
Starting from a waiting line for my annual vehicle inspection i was directed to stop, while trying to depress the brake pedal it went to the floor with no resistance and not warning light. I hit the emergency brake to halt the vehicle and ask the mechanic on duty to assist in determining the problem. While pumping the brake trying to build up pressure i was told to stop as fluid running on the ground it appeared to…
ODI 10671325
Service Brakes
Stopping the truck in front of my garage when the brake pedal went almost to the floor. I inspected below the truck and noted fluid leaking forward of the abs module. I still had partial brakes and was able to take it the few miles down the road to my mechanic. He inspected all my brake lines and ended up replacing them all as they were showing the same pitting and corrosion problems as the one that burst. *tr
ODI 10673005
Service Brakes
BRAKE LINES RUSTED OUT. *TR
ODI 10662433
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving approximately 35 mph, the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle hesitated to stop. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic replaced the brake system but the failure recurred. The vin was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
ODI 10775433
Body · Electrical System · Service Brakes
First off there's very little snow here so the body and frame isn't rusting out because of that but its definitely rusting very bad the brake lines have rusted completely in half the transmission has went out twice the oil gauge don't work there have been times the motor knocked but then smoothed out again i've been a chevy fan my entire life but the company isn't up to standard's of the consumers in my book if your…
ODI 10653219
Service Brakes
My vehicle is 9 years old with 80,000 which means it has not even had a tune-up yet. Everything underneath is rusted through, brake lines are busting and it looks like the fuel lines are next. I would expect this in north dakota but the truck has been in kentucky it's entire life. Steel lines with little protection i would willingly pay a little more for stainless steel shame on you chevy. *tr
ODI 10652278
Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond as the brake and abs warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the brake lines failed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 91,000.
ODI 10653373
Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving approximately 10 mph, the brakes failed and the brake pedal traveled to the floor. The dealer replaced the brake lines, which were corroded. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 97,000. Updated 10/22/2014*lj the consumer stated steering shaft rusted and locked up. The transmission cooling lines rusted and…
ODI 10633166
Service Brakes
Complete brake failure. After inspection by mechanic it was discovered that brake line had completely rusted apart in one area. All other brake lines were in a rusty state and mechanic feels that they are due to leak any time. Complete replacement of all underbody brake lines will have to be done. Chevrolet issued a similar recall for vehicles up to 2005. Perhaps it is time for them to extend this recall. If i had…
ODI 10632495
Service Brakes
Applied pressure to the brakes and they went to the floor with just a little catch. I was only doing about 25 mph and just so happened i was almost at my garage that works on it. (100 yards) i was able to turn in and coast to a stop. The brake line on the driver side underneath the driver and back of the master cylinder had rusted and ruptured. The master cylinder still had fluid in it when we checked it, so the…
ODI 10628858
Service Brakes
After picking up my 5yr old grandson, we came to a stop sign at a very busy intersection where the cross traffic is going about 50-60mph. When i applied the brakes the pedal went to the floorboard. I managed to depress the emergency brake just in time to keep from being hit by a semi truck going very fast. There were no warning lights or indication that there was a problem with the brakes. The dealer said the brake…
ODI 10619419
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
Service Brakes
I was driving down my driveway and attempted to stop before pulling out onto my street and the peddle went to the floor and truck didn't stop until i was in the middle of the road. Thankfully there wasn't any traffic at the time. Prior to this incident there wasn't any signs of possible brake issues. *tr
ODI 10637626
Service Brakes
After driving 30 miles on interstate 95, i parked in my driveway. When i attempted to move the truck, i stepped on brakes as usual except the pedal went to the floor. I lost my brakes because the brake line under the driver position ruptured. When i talked to the service department, i told them i lost the brakes in my truck. The response was "it is a known problem with silverado trucks and suburbans". They said…
ODI 10649280
Service Brakes
After driving 30 miles on interstate 95, i parked in my driveway. When i attempted to move the truck, i stepped on brakes as usual except the pedal went to the floor. I lost my brakes because the brake line under the driver position ruptured. When i talked to the service department, i told them i lost the brakes in my truck. The response was "it is a known problem with silverado trucks and suburbans". They said…
ODI 10649271
Service Brakes
Brakes seemed soft while driving on mountain roads yesterday. This morning puddle under the driver side door and brakes went to the floor. No brake warning lights came on. Hour later when tow truck came, moved truck for towing and brake warning light came on. It did not want to stop with brakes - rolled to stop. Had it towed to dealer who is checking for the reason for the leak. Not repaired yet - waiting for dealer…
ODI 10616140
Service Brakes
Driving at about 35mph when the car ahead put on brakes my pedal went straight to the floor and i ended up using the emergency brake to stop. I had the truck taken to the dealership who told me the brake lines were completely rusted out. I called chevrolet's service number and was told this was not a problem with my year. But it had been in the past so no help available. *tr
ODI 10617476
Service Brakes
Brakes failed, pedal went to the floor when i was pulling into my driveway. Checked under truck and the brake lines are rusted and 1 or 2 were leaking brake fluid. Could stop only by using emergency brake. If i was driving on the road i would have had an accident. Brake lines should not rust out in 8 years. These trucks need to be recalled. It is going to coast close to $1000 if i replaced all the lines. *tr
ODI 10609221
Electrical System · Power Train · Service Brakes
I had my truck fixed at sear automotive in hunt valley maryland after 3 week after i was promised 1 week.was told it needed a new rear differential and new brake lines. I got my truck back i lost brakes going down the road and my abs light came on brought my truck back to sears. It was fixed so i was told and i lost brakes aging. And then i brought it back a 3rd time they finally fixed it. But they made me drive my…
ODI 10604943
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Catalog year/make/model rows for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
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