2006 Chevrolet Tahoe problems
The Chevrolet Tahoe, and its badge-engineered GMC Yukon counterpart, are full-size SUVs and other trucks from General Motors, offered since 1994 and 1991, respectively. Since 1982, Chevrolet and GMC sold two different-sized SUVs under their "Blazer" and "Jimmy" nameplates, by introducing the smaller S-10 Blazer and GMC S-15 Jimmy for the 1983 model year, below the full-size Blazer and Jimmy models. This situation lasted into the early 1990s. GMC first rebadged the full-size Jimmy as the "Yukon" in 1991. Chevrolet however waited until 1994, when they rebadged the redesigned mid-size S-10 Blazer the "new Blazer," while renaming the full-size Blazer as the "Tahoe." The name Tahoe refers to the rugged and scenic area surrounding Lake Tahoe in the western United States, and was originally used as a trim level on S-10 models. The name Yukon refers to the Yukon territory of northern Canada.
For the 1995 model year, the Tahoe and Yukon gained a new, longer four-door model, slotting in size between the two-door models and the longer-wheelbase Chevrolet/GMC Suburbans.
The Tahoe is sold in North America, parts of Asia such as the Philippines, and the Middle East, plus other countries including Bolivia, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Angola as a left-hand-drive vehicle. The Yukon is only sold in North America and the Middle East.
The Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon are part of General Motors' full-size SUV family and are differentiated from the similar Chevrolet Suburban and GMC Yukon XL primarily by the length of the passenger and cargo area behind the C-pillar. An upscale trim GMC Denali sub-model joined the Yukon lineup as the top-of-the-line trim for the 1999 model year; the Cadillac Escalade is a closely related upscale version sharing the same platform. The Denali is available on both standard and XL versions.
The Tahoe has regularly been the best-selling full-size SUV in the United States, frequently outselling its competition by two to one.
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Common 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Chevrolet Tahoe 2006, several common problems have been reported:
- Steering Noises:
- Excessive steering noise is another issue that can occur within the first 15,000 miles. The main source of this problem is often the steering shaft, which can cost around $400 to replace if the issue arises later out of warranty.
- Premature Headlight Failure:
- Original bulbs in the headlights tend to burn out quickly, with replacements costing approximately $70. This issue typically arises every 20,000 miles in some vehicles.
These problems, although relatively minor, can impact the functionality and comfort of the Chevrolet Tahoe 2006. Regular maintenance and timely repairs can help address these issues and ensure the longevity and performance of the vehicle.
Is a 2006 Chevy Tahoe a good car?
Performance of 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
Very reliable, comfortable ride for an SUV. Smooth operation, very good transmission. Very good overall performance, satisfied owner.
What is the most common problem with the Chevy Tahoe?
Chevy Tahoes have issues with their lifters getting stuck or locked in place within newer models equipped with 5.3L L84 V-8 and 6.2L L87 V-8 EcoTec3 engines. An improperly functioning lifter triggers the check engine light and causes: Ticking and banging noises. Misfires.
Is Tahoe cheap to maintain?
The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Chevrolet Tahoe is $744, compared to an average of $573 for midsize SUVs and $652 for all vehicle models.
How many miles will a 2006 Tahoe last?
Yes, a Chevrolet Tahoe can last 200,000 to 300,000 miles, but prepare to start paying more for each mile past 150,000. If you're considering buying a high-mileage Tahoe, be sure to have a trusted mechanic inspect it for signs that it's been properly maintained, and to see if any parts have been replaced.
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Tahoe problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Structure problems
- Electrical system problems
- Latches/locks/linkages problems
- Service brakes problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe
The NHTSA has received 114 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles.
2023-07-13
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-25
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1GNEC13T06R
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: My daughter and I took the 2 seats out from the 3rd row seating and I was in my vehicle where the seats had been and my daughter didn't know that I was going to get out of the car and she closed the big rear hatch door and my finger was caught in the door. I started screaming and luckily she was there to open the door back up because from the inside of the vehicle you can not open the window part or the door. That to me seems very dangerous and I do not like that.
2023-05-22
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-29
- VIN: 1GNEC13V46J
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: My "stability" light comes on and no mechanic knows why. It doesn't throw any codes to say what's wrong or anything... the light just comes on and off through the day... I just want to know if I need to worry bout it or not... I drive with my kids in my truck.. And my truck shakes/vibrates badly when breaking and if going 70mph or faster
2021-12-13
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-13
- VIN: 1GNEC13Z56R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the dashboard lights failed to illuminate. The contact stated that the dashboard lights would illuminate at times after he disengaged and engaged the dashboard lights switch several times or after pounding on the dashboard. The contact stated that the high-beam headlights would inadvertently turn off and on independently while driving. The contact stated that the passenger’s side air bag warning light had been illuminated. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 230,000.
2021-11-30
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-16
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GNEK13ZX6J
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY BRAKES DIDNT STOP ME WHEN I PUSHED ON THEM AND IT CAUSED ME TO SLIDE INTO VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME WHICH DAMAGED MY RADIATOR AND LEFT SIDE FRAME OF VEHICLE.I HAVE NO WARNING DEVICES INSTALLED AND MY VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INSPECTED BY ANYONE
2021-11-24
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-24
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1GNEK13T26R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while parked, the contact was notified that the front passenger side headlamps caught on fire while the high beam was engaged. The contact extinguished the fire with two water bottles. The contact stated that no injuries were sustained. The failure was not diagnosed by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 170,093.
2019-11-05
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-01
- VIN: 1GNEC13T36R
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: SERVICE STABILITY LIGHT COMES ON AND MY TAHOE WILL NOT MOVE. BRAKES ARE HOLDING, HAVE REPLACED ABS MODULE, ABS VALVES, ALL BRAKES AND ROTORS, MASTER CYLINDER AND BOOSTER. AND STILL, I'M HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM! VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO MIDWAY MOTORS A CHEVEROLET DEALER AND STILL NO ANSWER, AND IT'S THROWING THE VERY SAME CODES CO131 REAR DUMP VALVE FAILURE! THESE PROBLEMS AROSE AFTER DRIVING KIDS TO SCHOOL. HAD TO HAVE VEHICLE TOWED AWAY AS IT WOULD NOT MOVE EVEN WHEN PLACED IN NEUTRAL. TOTAL BRAKE LOCK DOWN!
2019-09-09
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-25
- VIN: 1GNEK13T96R
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: RUSTED REAR BRAKE LINE RUPTURED SUDDENLY CAUSING A LOSE OF BRAKES, AFTER PUMPING THE BRAKES THE FRONTS STOPPED THE VEHICLE. THE ABS MODULE LOCKED THE REAR BRAKES OUT, MAKING THE TRUCK ONLY HAVE FRONT BRAKES. EVERY STEEL LINE ON THE TRUCK WAS SO RUSTED THAT YOU COULD GRAB THEM AND SNAP THEM BY HAND, I HAD TO REPLACE EVERY LINE FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE ABS MODULE, FROM THE ABS MODULE TO THE FRONT WHEELS, BOTH LINES FROM THE ABS MODULE TO THE REAR RUBBER LINES, AS WELL AS BOTH STEEL LINES ON THE REAR AXLE. THIS IS A KNOWN COMMON PROBLEM, I'VE REPLACED 100S OF THESE LINE SETS OVER THE YEARS. YOU CANT REPLACE THE BLOWN LINE, IF YOU TRY TO REPLACE THE BAD LINE (OR THE BAD SECTION) IT BUILDS MORE PRESSURE THEN BLOWS OUT ANOTHER SPOT OR ANOTHER LINE. IF YOU REPLACE ALL THE TEARS IT'LL BLOW A FRONT LINE OUT. WHEN ONE LINE IS BAD YOU MUST REPLACE THEM ALL, THIS WAS ON MY WIFE'S TRUCK, BUT I'VE HAD TO TELL 100S OF CUSTOMERS THE SAME THING. ON THE SAME YEARS OF VEHICLES (99-06) GM VEHICLES I WARN PEOPLE WHO ASK ABOUT BUYING THEM TO CHECK THE BRAKE LINES, FRAMS, AND TO INSPECT THE BODY AND BODY MOUNTS CLOSELY.
2019-03-29
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-03-01
- VIN: 1GNEK13T96J
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: THERE IS A LITTLE STING THAT RELEASES THE BACK PART OF THE DART TOO LAY IT DONE BUT THOSE GET STRETCHED OUT OR EVEN BROKE AND CAN NO LONGER LAY THE SEAT DOWN T GET TO THE 3RD ROW IT'S A HUGE SAFTEY HAZARD
2018-08-14
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-18
- VIN: 1GNEC13Z26R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL
2018-05-28
STEERING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-01
- VIN: 1GNEC13Z06J
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: AT LOW SPEED OR WHEN BRAKING VEHICLE WILL NOT TURN RIGHT, ALSO WHEN STATIONARY, VEHICLE BREAKS TRACTION WHEN TURNING IN RAIN
2018-02-09
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-02-19
- VIN: 1GNFC13097R
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DASH AND SPEEDOMETER NOT LIGHTING UP, DASH CRACKED ON BOTH DRIVERS CONSUL AND PASSENGER SIDE OVER AIRBAG, SAFETY ISSUE OF FLYING DASH PIECES IF PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG IS DEPLOYED
2018-01-09
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-10
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE AIRBAG TROUBLE LIGHT CAME ON SHORTLY AFTER I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE, WHICH WAS USED. THE INDICATOR LIGH LOCATED IN THE REAR VIEW MIRROR WHICH INDICATES THE PASSENGER-SIDE AIRBAG IS OFF DOES NOT COME ON IF THERE IS NOT A PASSENGER, UNTIL THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN APPROXIMATELY 30 MILES.
2017-02-03
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-02
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: MY WIFE WAS DRIVING AND SUDDENLY THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE SERVICE BRAKES LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS DID THE STABILITY TRACK AND BRAKE FAULT LIGHTS. FORTUNATELY SHE WAS GOING SLOW AND WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL WITHOUT HAVING A COLLISION. UPON INSPECTION, I FOUND A BRAKE LINE FAILURE IN THE FRAME, DUE TO HEAVY CORROSION. THIS OCCURRED ON A CITY STREET IN A 30 MPH ZONE. *TR
2017-01-27
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-24
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1GNEK13ZO6R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: HVAC BLOWER MOTOR RESISTER.
2016-09-23
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-22
- VIN: 1GNEC13V96J
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND TRAVELED ABNORMALLY TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. IT WAS UNKNOWN IF THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 32,000.
2016-08-30
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-30
- VIN: 1GNEK13T56R
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE SEATBELTS IN THE SECOND ROW DO NOT RETRACT PROPERLY AND TWIST EASILY IN THE HOUSING CAUSING THE SEATBELT TO NOT RETRACT AT ALL. THE ISSUE WAS FIRST NOTICED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WHEN MY SON STARTED SITTING IN A BOOSTER SEAT. THE SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RETRACT AFTER TAKING SEATBELT OFF. THE SEATBELT WOULD HAVE TO ME MANUALLY PUSHED INTO THE HOUSING IN ORDER TO PULL IT OUT AGAIN TO WEAR. ONE DAY HE PUT HIS SEATBELT ON AND IT TWISTED IN THE HOUSING AND GOT STUCK. I CHANGED HIS SEAT TO THE DRIVERS SIDE. THE SEATBELT ON THAT SIDE ALSO HAD THE SAME RETRACTING ISSUE AND NOW IT ALSO TWISTED IN THE HOUSING MAKING IT INOPERABLE. I CONTACTED CHEVROLET AND THEY SAID THEY COULD NOT DO ANYTHING TO HELP ME DUE TO THE AGE OF MY VEHICLE AND THAT I NEEDED TO CALL A DEALER. I CONTACTED A DEALER AND WAS TOLD I WOULD HAVE TO PAY TO HAVE THE SEATBELT PROBLEM DIAGNOSED AND THAT I WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPAIR COSTS. THIS IS A SEATBELT THAT IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY, IT HAS NEVER BEEN USED IMPROPERLY OR DAMAGED BY ME. A SEAT BELT SHOULD SAFELY WORK FOR THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE NOT JUST THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
2016-08-02
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-17
- VIN: 1GNEK13Z76R
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: TWICE IN THE PAST 5 YEARS I HAVE HAD A FLAT TIRE. I ALWAYS HAVE TO ENDURE THE EXPENSE OF A ROLLBACK WRECKER TO TAKE ME SOMEPLACE TO GET MY FLAT TIRE FIXED. THE REASON IS A TERRIBLE SECURITY LATCH ON THE SPARE TIRE THAT SEIZES UP AS SOON AS IT FIRST GETS WET. THIS LATCH WILL NOT RELEASE ALLOWING THE CABLE TO LOWER THE SPARE TIRE TO THE GROUND. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM FOR YEARS AND, MY 2003 SILVERADO 1500 HAD THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM. I AM TIRED OF ALL THESE EXPENSIVE FLAT TIRES AND LOST TIME. I COULD CHANGE MY OWN FLAT-IF CHEVY WOULD LET ME! HELP!!!
2015-12-31
POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-24
- VIN: 1GNEK13T26R
- Components: POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS
- Summary: SERVICE AIR BAG AND SERVICE 4 WHEEL DRIVE LIGHT ALWAYS COMES ON. I KNOW THEIR HAS BEEN A RECALL WITH THIS MODEL RECALL # 06102 ON THE AIR BAGS, BUT THIS VIN NUMBER DOESN'T COME UP. U-TUBE SHOWS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE SPRING IN THE TRANSFER CASE ABOUT SERVICE 4WD. SEE RECALL # 06V4170000 & 1233...UPDATED 04/12/16 *BF
2015-11-23
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-10-28
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1GNEK13Z06J
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: HEATER SHORTED OUT CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL FIRE. FIRE ENGULFED THE WHOLE FRONT OF THE CAR INTO THE FRONT SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS MOVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE. WE HAD THE HEAT ON SETTING 4. SMELLED LIKE SOMETHING WAS BURNING. TURNED OFF THE HEATER. WHITE SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT OF VENTS. DECIDED TO GET OFF AT NEXT EXIT AND GET IT LOOKED AT. PULLED INTO PARKING LOT, BLACK SMOKE STARTED POURING OUT OF THE VENTS. WITHIN A MIN. OR TWO THE FRONT OF THE CAR WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES.
2015-09-08
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-10-25
- VIN: 1GNEK13Z86J
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE FUEL GAUGE DISPLAYED HALF A TANK WHEN THE FUEL TANK HAD JUST BEEN FILLED. THE CONTACT NOTICED FUEL LEAKING UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL LINE WAS CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 81,285. UPDATED 11/09/15*LJ *CN *JS
2015-08-18
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-14
- VIN: 1GNEK13T26R
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, MULTIPLE WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF, THE KEY BECAME STUCK AND WAS UNABLE TO BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 210,000.
2015-07-12
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-07-12
- VIN: 1GNEC13VX6J
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: TAHOE FLASHES SERVICE STABILITY, STABILITY SYS DISABLED, TURN SIGNAL ON WHILE DRIVING. WHEN THE TAHOE FLASHES SERVICE STABILITY AND OR STABILITY SYS DISABLED IT SHUTS DOWN COMPLETELY. THE TAHOE DOES NOT LIKE BEING IDLE OR TURNING ON THE AIR AS IT WILL SHUT OFF COMPLETELY. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AS EVERYTHING LOCKS UP AND YOU MAY/NOT CAN PULL OVER IN TIME. I DON'T KNOW IF THIS IS ELECTRICAL OR NOT. A LOT OF FOLKS ARE LOOKING FOR ANSWERS WHEN I GOOGLED THE ERRORS.
2015-05-19
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-07
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GNEK13Z16J
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: BOUGHT TAHOE IN 2006,NOTICED HAD TO PUSH BRAKE PEDDLE HARD WHEN STOPPING,TOLD SEVERAL DIFFERENT DEALERS ABOUT IT,TOLD IT WAS NORMAL.DIFFERENT PEOPLE DROVE IT AND ALSO SAID YOU REALLY HAD TO PUSH HARD TO STOP.I CHANGED TIRES LAST YEAR AND ASKED THEM ABOUT THE BRAKES,I WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS TROUBLE ON THE 2006 TAHOE.
2015-05-19
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-05-09
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1GNEC13Z76J
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE,ENGINE
- Summary: DRIVER FELL ASLEEP RAN INTO THE BACK OF A SEMI TRUCK, AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS A TOTAL LOSS.
2015-01-02
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-06
- VIN: 1GNEC13Z16J
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LIFT GATE FAILED TO UNLOCK WHEN USING THE KEY FOB. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000.
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe.
2014-02-11
- Manufacturer: Monroe Truck Equipment
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Monroe Truck Equipment (Monroe) is recalling certain model year 2006, 2008 and 2009 Chevrolet C7500 vehicles, 2005-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles, and 2009 Ford F-350, and F-450 vehicles, equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
- Consequence: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Monroe will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2014. Owners may contact Monroe at 1-608-328-8127.
2007-12-17
- Manufacturer: FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION
- Components: WHEELS:HUB
- Summary: CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL REPLACEMENT WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLIES WITH THE BRAND NAMES: NATIONAL, CARQUEST P/NOS. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, AND 515060, SHIPPED BETWEEN JANUARY 23, 2006, AND DECEMBER 20, 2007, SOLD FOR LIGHT DUTY AND MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS. THE INBOARD RETENTION NUT USED TO MAINTAIN HUB BEARING ASSEMBLY CAN LOOSEN RESULTING IN AN ABS LIGHT INDICATION, NOISE, AND/OR WHEEL SEPARATION.
- Consequence: WHEEL SEPARATION CAN RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE HUB ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL TOLL-FREE AT 877-489-6659.
2005-12-07
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
2005-10-05
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
- Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH A POWER STEERING HOSE THAT IS NOT TO SPECIFICATION. UNDER EXTREME STEERING MANEUVERS, SUCH AS TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL FULLY TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT WHILE BRAKING, THE HOSE MAY FRACTURE AND LEAK FLUID.
- Consequence: IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR, POWER STEERING ASSIST WOULD BE LOST AND INCREASED STEERING EFFORT WOULD BE REQUIRED. ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH HYDRO-BOOST POWER BRAKES, IT COULD ALSO RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER BRAKE ASSIST AND INCREASED BRAKING EFFORT WOULD BE REQUIRED. IF THE POWER STEERING FLUID SPRAY WERE TO SPRAY ONTO HOT ENGINE PARTS, AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POWER STEERING HOSE(S) FOR TWO SUSPECT DATE CODES AND REPLACE THEM IF REQUIRED. THE RECALL WILL BEGIN ON OCTOBER 14, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727, OR HUMMER AT 1-800-732-5493.
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