2006 Chevrolet Express 2500
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Owner complaints
13 complaints2 involved a crash
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- Engine
Broken exhaust manifold bolts 4.8 V8 in motion on city street
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting · Suspension
Make: chevrolet model year: 2006 manufacturer: general motors llc report receipt date: may 14, 2014 nhtsa campaign ID number: 14v251000 nhtsa action number: ea13007 component: exterior lighting:headlights tthe underhood bussed electrical center (ubec) housing can expand and cause the…
Make: chevrolet model year: 2006 manufacturer: general motors llc report receipt date: may 14, 2014 nhtsa campaign ID number: 14v251000 nhtsa action number: ea13007 component: exterior lighting:headlights tthe underhood bussed electrical center (ubec) housing can expand and cause the headlamp low beam relay control circuit wire to bend. If the wire IS repeatedly bent, it may fracture causing a loss of low beam headlamp illumination. the loss of low beam headlamp illumination will decrease the driver's visibility, as well as the vehicle's conspicuity to other motorists, increasing the risk of a crash. remedy: since this engine V8 6.0 IS the same engine and same problem in all other vehicles the engine in use should be recalled not just the vehicle platform. it IS ludicrous to only recall vehicle models since all of the V8 6.0 are experiencing the loss of low beam headlights. this headlight loss IS extended through 2013 from 2005. remedy: gm will notify owners, and dealers will install a jumper wire to correct. gm's number for this recall IS 13146. Note: model year 2008-2013 chevrolet corvettes will be covered under customer satisfaction program number 14203 for the same issue. this recall should extend to all users of the V8 6.0 engine since there are many models with a loss of low beam headlights, increasing the risk of a fatal crash. the vehicle IS in motion traveling over 70 mph. general motors llc (gm) IS recalling certain model year 2005-2013 chevrolet vehicles manufactured march 29, 2004, through june 22, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the underhood bussed electrical center (ubec) housing can expand and cause the headlamp low beam relay control circuit wire to bend. If the wire IS repeatedly bent, it may fracture causing a loss of low beam headlamp illumination. A high risk dilemma. this occurs whenever the vehicle IS driven.
- Exterior lighting
I bought a 06 chevy (gm) express van from for a year and a half ago. the headlights go out and leave the family of 9 in the dark. this IS very dangerous and unacceptable since gm knows the situation for all vehicles in 10 thousand+ occurring between 2003-2009 and I have met hundreds who…
I bought a 06 chevy (gm) express van from for a year and a half ago. the headlights go out and leave the family of 9 in the dark. this IS very dangerous and unacceptable since gm knows the situation for all vehicles in 10 thousand+ occurring between 2003-2009 and I have met hundreds who experience this frightening dilemma. the headlight loss IS serious occurring unexpectedly in night time driving. this serious problem with my lights have been brought to a number of dealers who should know how to fix but do not. also brought to a number of independents in search of fixing the failing headlights to no avail(include the fact that I continue to search and pay for no solutions on a vehicle system gm knows IS broken across all their models). This occurs weekly and repeatedly. my van IS completely unsafe and dangerous failing on interstate highways at high speed of 70 miles an hour far from a safe travel distance. who can drive in the dark when lights go out unexpectedly? haven't cars been made for over 100 years? can we learn from the japanese how to work this safely and responsibly without faulty lighting systems. there IS no reason to be sitting at a chevrolet dealership getting not repaired. Every mechanic who checked it into the service centers told me. This van IS unsafe to be driving!!!
- Seat belts
Seat belt would not unlatch and when I finally got it apart it will not relatch now. *tr
- Tires · Wheels
While driving on highway tire sidewall failed and caused blow-out of tire. New tires were purchased on 6/12/2012. Nexen tires 2457516a. This IS 2ND tire failure for our vehicles. Tire failed at @ 17,000 miles. We have photo's of this tire. We are very concerned over this. 2 tires total failed within months of purchase. *tr
- Service brakes
The problem started about a month before the incident. The ABS light would come on intermittent. After a week it stayed on. When the light was on the brakes acted normal except no ABS function. I was driving to work (about 30 mph) and stepped on the brake to slow for a curve. When I stepped on the…
The problem started about a month before the incident. The ABS light would come on intermittent. After a week it stayed on. When the light was on the brakes acted normal except no ABS function. I was driving to work (about 30 mph) and stepped on the brake to slow for a curve. When I stepped on the brake this time, I noticed the ABS light went out and the van jerked violently to the right. On to the muddy shoulder and into the guard rail. *tr
- Wheels
We have a fleet of chevy g2500 express vans in the past 3 month we have had to replace two left front hub assembly units on two different vans IS this a usual problem? *tr
- Steering
Power steering leakage cause may prevent ABS low speed brake failure. *tr
- Electrical system › Wiring · Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet express g2500. while driving approximately 65 mph the engine began to rev. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the throttle body position sensor was replaced. after the repair, the vehicles road performance was poor. the vehicle was taken…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet express g2500. while driving approximately 65 mph the engine began to rev. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the throttle body position sensor was replaced. after the repair, the vehicles road performance was poor. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, and the iac valve connector was replaced. The failure mileage was 50,000. The current mileage was 52,000. Updated 12/08/09. *Lj the consumer stated the high idle problem was hard to diagnose. Te dealer discovered a burnt wire. updated 12/10/09
- Tires
Complaints works for a delivery services. replaced 12 kona clt lt215/85r16 tires within the past 5 months due to bulges in the sidewall. tires have been in all positions on vehicles and have developed bulges. size of bulges ranges from golf ball size to softball.
- Steering
Drag link snapped left me without steering left rd. Slammed into phone box. *Tr
- Tires
Dt*: the contact stated the front tires rubbed against the inside of the fender wells. this occurred while driving at all speeds, while making turns, and rough road conditions. the dealership determined the vehicle needed smaller tires. the manufacturer was alerted.
- Steering › Electric power assist system
Dt*: the contact stated while parked in a driveway, the power steering and brakes failed. as a result, the contact had no power steering or brakes. the failure was discovered from fluid leaking underneath the vehicle. it was towed to the dealership for repairs.
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.
- 10253770This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).
- 10252735This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
- 10252163XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
- 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.
- 10250347This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns for Canadian Dealers only.
- 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.
- 10249535This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
- 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
- 10246951Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 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.
- 10244273This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 10244214This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
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