Chevrolet C4500 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 16 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Chevrolet C4500, across 6 model years (2003–2009). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Chevrolet C4500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No C4500 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2006 C4500: 6 complaints, 1 recall
- 2003 C4500: 5 complaints, 1 recall
- 2004 C4500: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Chevrolet C4500 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Chevrolet C4500 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 C4500 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2007 C4500 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2006 C4500 | 6 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2005 C4500 | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2004 C4500 | 3 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2003 C4500 | 5 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet C4500 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (6), 2003 (5), 2004 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Chevrolet C4500?
Electrical System, with 6 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet C4500 have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.