2006 Chevrolet C5500

Recalls

3 recalls name the 2006 Chevrolet C5500. Newest first.

• Equipment

  Dec 12, 2012NHTSA 12V584000227 vehicles

  Creative Bus Sales, Inc is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Chevrolet and GMC C5500, and Ford E450, and Econoline 350 vehicles equipped with Braun wheelchair lifts. Over time, or with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier of the lifts may become bent or misaligned.

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair's occupant could fall and sustain injury.

  Remedy

  Braun is conducting this recall on behalf of Creative Bus Sales. Braun will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2012. Owners may contact Creative Bus at 1-888-633-8380 or Braun at 1-800-488-0359.

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• Equipment adaptive/mobility

  Jan 7, 2008NHTSA 08E004000250 vehiclesEquipment

  Certain intermotive wheelchair lift interlock, p/no. Ilis605-h3 ilis activation kit (interlock option for gateway 401) sold for use as aftermarket for 2005 - 2008 chevy 560 (c4500 and c5500 kodiak) 6.6L diesel vehicles which a protection diode was used. the diode can be exposed to voltage spikes greater than what it can withstand. the diode could fail…

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  Should the diode fail, it will be possible to move the vehicle with the wheelchair deployed, which could result in injury to anyone using the lift.

  Remedy

  Intermotive will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the recall began on november 20, 2007. owners can contact intermotive toll-free at 1-800-969-6080. this recall only pertains to aftermarket intermotive wheelchair lifts and has no relation to any original equipment installed on chevrlot and GMC vehicles manufactured by general motors.

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• Suspension

  Oct 16, 2007NHTSA 07E086000367 vehiclesEquipment

  Certain link ultraride rear air suspension systems, model 8m000070, sold for installation as aftermarket equipment on gm chassis models 4500 and 5500, ambulances and shuttle buses. the axle side lateral control bracket of the suspension has cracked in some cases.

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  If the lateral control rod bracket fractures, the handling of the vehicle will be adversely affected, including possible loss of vehicle control.

  Remedy

  Link will notify owners and provide repair kits free of charge and will reimburse for labor and inspection costs. the recall began june 7, 2007. owners can contact link toll-free at 1-800-222-6283.

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Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Engine and engine cooling3
2. Suspension3
3. Electrical system1
4. Fuel system, diesel1
5. Service brakes1
6. Exterior lighting1
7. Engine1

Latest complaints

• Feb 15, 2017NM111,000 mi
  Electrical system · Service brakes

  TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet c5500. While driving down a mountain with the air brakes engaged, the brake alarm sounded and the check brakes warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a short in the brake system. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 111,000.

• Nov 2, 2015SD65,000 mi
  Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system › Radiator assembly
  TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet c5500. While driving at approximately 55 mph, there was a loud noise that came from the front of the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle and observed that there was radiator fluid leaking from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer…

  TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet c5500. While driving at approximately 55 mph, there was a loud noise that came from the front of the vehicle. The contact exited the vehicle and observed that there was radiator fluid leaking from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fan blade punctured the radiator and the radiator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.

• May 19, 2012WA46,043 mi
  Engine
  Pulling hard up muddy pass westbound on hwy 40 in colorado in my kodiak 5500 based 2006 jayco seneca and the fan exploded taking out radiator, shroud and putting a hole in hood. Didn't see any debris before whole thing let loose. Thankfully we were very close to top near east summit of rabbit ears…

  Pulling hard up muddy pass westbound on hwy 40 in colorado in my kodiak 5500 based 2006 jayco seneca and the fan exploded taking out radiator, shroud and putting a hole in hood. Didn't see any debris before whole thing let loose. Thankfully we were very close to top near east summit of rabbit ears and there was a wide pull off to left and got off safely. Towed into steamboat springs and awaiting parts on monday. This IS a known problem apparently. IS gm taking care of this? If so, how do I proceed?? Any and all help IS appreciated.[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr

• Feb 1, 2012CA9,900 miFire
  Engine and engine cooling
  TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet c5500. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked for a long period of time when he noticed smoke rising from under the hood. The contact lifted the hood and a fire erupted on the engine. The contact was able to successfully extinguish the fire. The vehicle…

  TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet c5500. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked for a long period of time when he noticed smoke rising from under the hood. The contact lifted the hood and a fire erupted on the engine. The contact was able to successfully extinguish the fire. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,900.

• Sep 15, 2010CA23,300 mi
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel
  Fan blade failure on a 2006 chevy kodiak based jayco seneca 34SS motorhome. the incident took place september 5, 2009. I was on a freeway at 65 and started down a long hill with the exhaust brake switch on. when the exhaust brake kicked in instead of dropping down one gear and holding the speed…

  Fan blade failure on a 2006 chevy kodiak based jayco seneca 34SS motorhome. the incident took place september 5, 2009. I was on a freeway at 65 and started down a long hill with the exhaust brake switch on. when the exhaust brake kicked in instead of dropping down one gear and holding the speed steady as I am used to the transmission went down two gears and the rpms instantly went straight up. I have no idea how high the rpms went because that IS when the fan blade let go and I was too busy looking at other things to notice. the pieces went straight up punching 3 holes in the shroud and denting the hood enough to crack the paint. no photos or pieces of either the fan or shroud are available. with hoses, cables and electrical wires all around the fan area I am amazed that none of them were damaged and no braking, steering or other engine damage occurred. the fan and shroud were replaced and there have been no other incidents. updated ivoq 09/20/10 *tr

• Jul 26, 2009MI12,600 mi
  Suspension › Rear

  Rear springs on a 2006 gulfstream motorhome with a chevy c-5500 chassis. Rear sits low and has poor handling. Had at truck shop and said springs are underrated. Called gulfstream and said it's not their problem. Truck shop had motor home weighed and was not over weight. Rig has 15000 lbs springs and should have 19000 instead. Talked to a jim creach at 1-800-289-8787 from gulfstream. *tr

• Mar 14, 2007LA33,700 mi
  Exterior lighting · Fuel system, diesel · Suspension › Front
  TL*- the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet c 5500 with a current odometer reading of 33700 miles. the contact stated that the vehicle had front end problems. When driving at speeds 50 mph of higher the vehicle vibrated and bounced. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer 4 times , and the dealer…

  TL*- the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet c 5500 with a current odometer reading of 33700 miles. the contact stated that the vehicle had front end problems. When driving at speeds 50 mph of higher the vehicle vibrated and bounced. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer 4 times , and the dealer took the vehicle to a commercial tire company, but that did not resolve the cause of the problem. *ak the consumer stated the tires were rotated, installed caster shin left and right, replaced drag link, drag linked faulty, customer replaced left front tire. Consumer stated vehicle all over the road cant keep steady. The vehicle had a knock with the #8 and #4 cylinder. The dealer replaced the fuel injected. Customer states fuel pump had leak and the engine shut down. Dealer replaced the injector pump, pump gear and pump bracket. Consumer states engine light on, dealer replaced the fuel tank sending unit. Consumer states leaking fuel at rear of engine caused hose on top of pump to come off. Dealer replaced clamp on fuel hose. Consumer states lower headliner to water test found all cab lights and seals cracked. Dealer replaced 5 cab lights. Consumer states rain coming in at top center between sunvisor caused lights to crack. Dealer replaced exterior lens. Updated 04/09*tr

• Jan 5, 2007IL31,700 mi
  Suspension › Rear › Shock absorber

  TL* - the contact was unaware of any defects nor did he notice that the vehicle did not have any shocks until all four rear tires started to wear. the contact stated the tires should not have shown signs of wear the way they did at 31,000 miles. he took the vehicle to the dealer, and was told that the vehicle did not have any rear shocks, and that they did not know if the truck should have the shocks. *Ak

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.

• 11010544This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
• 11008956This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
• 11007208This 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.
• 11007091This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
• 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
• 11006421GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
• 11004761This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
• 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
• 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
• 11001321This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
• 11000576This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
• 11000162The intent of this service 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.
• 11000158This service bulletin includes information on Interior Cleaning - Instrument Panel (IP), Hard or Plastic Surfaces, Seats, Carpet, Leather, Vinyl, Fabric Cleaner, Stain Remover, Restorer - Product Availability.
• 10252735This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
• 10251890This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
• 10251888This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
• 10250775This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
• 10250013High Voltage Safety ? High Voltage Disabling
• 10249590This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
• 10249579This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
• 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
• 10248444Vehicle Recalls
• 10247716J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
• 10247681Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
• 10247552This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
• 10247063A/C Blows Warm Or Poor Performance.
• 10247061J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
• 10246963Changing Turn-By-Turn Voice Response To Metric Or English Units
• 10245951Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
• 10245950Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
• 10245804Aftermarket ALDL or DLC Interface Devices Causing Multiple Issues
• 10245395This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
• 10244274This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
• 10244214This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
• 10244200This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
• 10242843The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
• 10242262This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
• 10240344This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
• 10239102The intent of this service 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.
• 10237841This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).

Every Chevrolet C5500 model year

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