2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. Newest first.
Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle capacity weight.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. at the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. the recall began on march 31, 2006. owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, hummer at 1-800-732-5493, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, saturn at 1-800-972-8876, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
Owner complaints
11 complaints1 involved a crash
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor and that fuel was noticed leaking from under the vehicle. The failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician informed that the hose was rubbing in the fuel tank…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor and that fuel was noticed leaking from under the vehicle. The failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician informed that the hose was rubbing in the fuel tank causing a hole on the fuel line. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000.
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Unknown or other · Vehicle speed control
Driving 35mph on dry road. 2WD jump out of gear acted like went into neutral I had no drive or any of my gears came to a complete stop with no warning. Went to put in park it grind with loud noise. Only way to get truck to move was to put in 4WD
- Power train
I made a stop, up on taking off my truck made it to second gear and I hear a loud broken noise, transmission went out on second gear.
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet avalanche. While driving approximately 25 mph and coming to a stop, the brake line detached from the vehicle. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 152,000.
- Structure › Body
I hit someone in the back of his car and did a lot of damage on my truck and my air bags did not open. The repair shop also ? Why. The front of my truck was pushed back approx. 6 to 10 inches. *tr
- Exterior lighting
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that the headlights failed to operate properly. The contact personally diagnosed the vehicle and found that the automatic headlight control switch had failed. The vehicle was repaired by the contact. The manufacturer was contacted…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that the headlights failed to operate properly. The contact personally diagnosed the vehicle and found that the automatic headlight control switch had failed. The vehicle was repaired by the contact. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 24,862. updated 12/26/13*lj the consumer stated what he saw inside the switch, was old burnt clear plastic melted down, half of the switch was working and the other half was malfunctioning. The defective switch was draining the battery. Updated 12/31/13
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, she attempted to apply the brakes to avoid crashing into another vehicle but the brakes failed. The contact shifted into a lower gear in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for…
TL* the contact owns 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, she attempted to apply the brakes to avoid crashing into another vehicle but the brakes failed. The contact shifted into a lower gear in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the brake lines needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that they would cover the repair costs. The failure mileage was 44,000. ..Updated 01/30/13 *bf updated 2/5/2013 *js
- Engine · Power train
When taking off from a stop it feels like I am being bumped from behind, or like the engine just dropped out of the vehicle. very hard shifting between 1ST, 2ND and 3RD when vehicle has been driven about 50 miles consecutive. check engine light IS on but will go off intermittently. *tr
- Power train
I was driving along at 60 mph and lightly accelerated and heard a clunk. I continued to drive along and slowed down to exit off the interstate. then when got off the interstate and came up to a green arrow and turned left. then as soon as I accelerated at 25 mph, I felt the transmission go out and heard a high pitch whine and some grinding. then was not able to accelerate anymore. *Tr
- Air bags
Airbag light came on, dashboard says service airbag, after vehicle sat for an hour after having been driven for over 250 miles that day. when the vehicle IS started the light blinks as it's supposed to and goes out, then after a few seconds comes back on and stays on. *tr
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that the transmission failed while he was driving approximately 60 mph. He was unable to move forward although the rpms increased. There were no warning lights prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to a transmission center…
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that the transmission failed while he was driving approximately 60 mph. He was unable to move forward although the rpms increased. There were no warning lights prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to a transmission center where the transmission was replaced. The contact called the manufacturer and filed a complaint about the failure. The current and failure mileages were approximately 90,000.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10116914This informational bulletin provides information on the proper mounting paste to apply to tires when mounting and balancing them to prevent conditions like Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel)
- 10115143This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about gasoline powered cars, mid-size trucks, light duty trucks, and heavy duty trucks with premature catalytic converter failures. It is recommended to inspect for a poor crimp on the grounds ring terminal at the engine block for the bank with the concern and repair the wire.
- 10114474This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about connectivity concerns when connecting an Apple device via USB cord. Technician should insure the customer is using an original equipment manufacturer Apple USB cable.
- 10114470This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
- 10114431This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have an issue when using Bluetooth voice recognition with an iPhone. Technician should work with the customer to insure the phone contacts to not have any Emojis loaded to any contact.
- 10114408This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that are travelling from Canada to the United States. While in the United States they are unable to receive Turn-by-Turn directions. Due to the existing cellular provider not having roaming agreements in areas outside of Canada to support transmitting of the packet data required for Turn-By-Turn feature to operate. The customer has 3 options while traveling through the United Sates. First if the vehicle is equipped with a navigation radio they can request a "Destination Download" to the vehicle. Second if the customer uses the OnStar RemoteLink app they can send the directions to the vehicle. The third option would be to have the vehicle loaded with a "500 phone number" The customer will no longer be able to use their Hands Free Calling minutes when the new 500 phone number is loaded. If a customer chooses to restore Hands Free Calling in the future a new phone number will be assigned to the vehicle; previous phone numbers are not available.
- 10114352This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 10114343This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician the steps needed to diagnose and repair the vehicles that may have unwanted or phantom phone calls. Technician will need to determine what type of call the customer is having that is unwanted. The vehicle may receive an incoming call just like any other phone. Typically the customer will hear the phone ringing in the vehicle. This scenario also includes incoming Bluetooth calls. One type of unwanted call can be made if the key pad is faulty the OnStar system will try to make a blue button call for shorted voltage in the circuits. The OnStar module could have an internal fault and produce a "Phone Unavailable" audio message also it may have a Diagnostic Trouble Code U1500 or B1000. Refer to diagnostics for the Diagnostic Trouble Code making sure to follow any applicable Bulletins or Preliminary Information sheets. A "Ready" or "OnStar ready" audio message heard while driving. In some cases it has been found that the customer is inadvertently pressing the ?push to talk? button on the steering wheel controls. On rare occasions, other issues in the steering column or Steering Wheel Control system may induce this concern.
- 10114342This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.
- 10114309This informational bulletin explains how to care for wiper blades.
- 10114299This informational bulletin provides a quick guide to updating which model vehicle after replacing the IPC.
- 10114296This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information of the JOB CARD, for a repair on vehicles and what is acceptable - customer authorization; Service manager approvals and transaction authorization; Details of concern, cause and correction; Labor Time; Technician ID and acoutablity of labor time; Proper documentation and retension of warranty parts; Accurate sublet charges and receipts; Add on concerns after the Job Card has been written.
- 10114280This informational bulletin provides information on Inappropriate Warranty Claims Submitted for Damaged Radios and IPCs
- 10113892This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that if OnStar is unable to configure the vehicle after the OnStar 15-08-44-001 upgrade and Onstar receives a 118 error code when attempting to configure the vehicle. Dealers should receive a sheet with the kit that provides steps to assist with handling this error. Dealer will follow one of the listed steps to resolve the issue. If there are still configuration issues, please contact the OnStar Technical Assistance Centre for assistance.
- 10113849This informational bulletin provides information on the proper oils to use on GM vehicles including information regarding the differences of the Dexos oils.
- 10113843This warranty administration bulletin provides information on the Clarification of Use for Dealer Empowerment Labor Operations and Customer Enthusiasm
- 10113837This informational bulletin provides a list off all the issues revolving around new vehicles for a one stop place to find growing concerns around them.
- 10113810This warranty administration bulletin provides dealership personnel with policy and procedure requirements for essential tools that include consumable parts (U.S. Only).
- 10113792This informational bulletin provides information to technicians regarding intake manifold inspection/replacement after severe internal engine damage.
- 10113788This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
- 10113787This informational bulletin provides information to advise dealers about seat belt buckles not operating and/or seat belt warning light illumination, as well as difficulty latching and unlatching the buckle or the buckle release button sticking.
- 10113785This informational bulletin adds the 2014 and 2015 model years to information of a language change for OnStar System (U.S. and Canada only).
- 10113773The intent of this technical bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
- 10113770This informational bulletin provides technicians with a brake lathe calibration procedure.
- 10113745This warranty administration bulletin communicates GM required operating procedures (U.S. only) for service operations.
- 10113740This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel information on unscheduled supplemental services (including flushing services and additives) and proper use of GM simplified maintenance schedules (Canada only).
- 10113722This informational bulletin provides information on communication with OnStar module after Canadian cellular upgrade.
- 10113720This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar cellular communication upgrade.
- 10113703This technical bulletin provides repair information for repairing the IP to body harness connector to correct a customer concern for intermittent Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated with Reduced Engine Power displayed and DTC P2138 set.
- 10113701This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on when and how to submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
- 10113664This informational bulletin provides technicians with information regarding automatic transmission oil cooler flow test essential tool J-45096 TransFlow.
- 10113662This informational bulletin provides dealership personnel with information on flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs) and the usage of E85 fuel in GM vehicles.
- 10113657This informational bulletin provides information to technicians regarding intake manifold inspection/replacement after severe internal engine damage.
- 10113654This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar cellular communication upgrade.
- 10113652This informational bulletin provides information on a GM of Canada OnStar cellular communication upgrade.
- 10113531This warranty administration bulletin provides information to clarify proper transaction administration of GM Dealer Empowerment Program and Goodwill Cases.
- 10113506This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program and Global Warranty Management (GWM) Submission Information.
- 10113502This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information on a revised customer concern not duplicated/verified labor operation numbers and how to submit CCND.
- 10113494This informational bulletin provides information on close-coupled converter and engine replacement.
- 10113483This warranty administration bulletin provide policy information new tire warranty program and global warranty management submission information.
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