2006 Chevrolet W3500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other W3500 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Chevrolet W3500. That ranks 3rd out of 10 W3500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 42,000 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Chevrolet W3500 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 50% | 42,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 50% | 42,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 50% | 7,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2006 Chevrolet W3500 recalls (3)
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Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Problem: Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America (Isuzu) is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 Isuzu NPR and NPR-HD and Chevrolet W3500 and W4500 trucks manufactured March 16, 2005, to August 13, 2008 and 2006-2008 GMC W3500 and W4500 trucks manufactured July 18, 2005, to August 13, 2008. The affected vehicles have a fuel tank that may corrode and leak fuel.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Isuzu will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Isuzu issued an interim notification to owners on December 18, 2015. The recall began on April 8, 2016. Owners may contact Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: Isuzu is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 isuzu npr, nqr, nrr, gmc w3500, w4500, w5500, and chevrolet w3500, w4500, and w5500 vehicles. The oil pipe bolts were not tightened properly during the vehicle production process. If not adequately tightened, the bolt may loosen after prolonged vehicle operation, which can result in oil seepage or leakage from the packing seals. In general, as oil is lost, the oil warning lamp will illuminate, and there may be abnormal engine noise and loss of oil can cause engine seizure.
Risk: If the engine seizes while the vehicle is being driven, the vehicle may experience sudden deceleration leading to an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the packing seals with new ones and the bolt will be tightened with a specified torque. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on january 28, 2011. Owners may contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Fuel system, diesel
Problem: Isuzu is recalling 16,859 my 2006-2007 isuzu npr, nqr, nrr, gmc w3500, w4500, w5500 and chevrolet w3500, w4500, w5500 trucks equipped with diesel engines. Diesel fuel may seep or leak from the fuel pipe at the upper or lower fuel port on the diesel fuel supply pump.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and if no seepage or leakage is detected, the fuel pipe fittings will be tightened. If seepage or leakage is detected, the fuel supply pump will be replaced with a new one. The recall will begin on june 30, 2008. Owners may contact isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, or chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438..
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I have a 2006 silverado 3500 durmax diesal. Also my brother in-law and friend have the same truck, we all bought this truck because we were told it was heavy duty and made to haul. We all had problems with fuel pump injectors, fuel rails, fuel pump, computer codes going on, and will not let you go…
Transmission failed at 7,500 miles; after several trips to the dealership complaining that trans was not shifting properly, the service rep- told me that there are no codes showing and they could not find anything wrong. But after leaving the dealership about a mile the trans would start acting up…
Other Chevrolet W3500 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 W3500 | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 W3500 | 0 | 3 |
| 2007 W3500 | 2 | 3 |
| 2006 | 2 | 3 |
| 2005 W3500 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 W3500 | 4 | 1 |
| 2003 W3500 | 4 | 1 |
| 2001 W3500 | 2 | 0 |
| 2000 W3500 | 0 | 0 |
| 1998 W3500 | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chevrolet W3500?
Owners most often report electrical system, fuel system, gasoline, power train problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Chevrolet W3500?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 Chevrolet W3500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other W3500 model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.