2006 Gmc W3500 problems

General information about Gmc-W3500
Overview of popular issues
Analysis of common problems
Сomplaints list
Recalls list

The Isuzu Elf (Japanese: いすゞ・エルフ, Isuzu Erufu) is a medium duty truck produced by Isuzu since 1959. Outside Japan it is known as N series and Q Series. The range was originally mainly available in Japan and other Asian countries. Australia was another important market for the Elf and N series – to the extent that it was manufactured there from the 1970s using many local components. Since the early 1980s, it has also been sold and built in the United States (under the Chevrolet and GMC brands as a W-Series), and also as the Isuzu N-Series. Only North America receives the wide-cab version.

For the common Andinian market (including Chile and Peru), the truck has been assembled in the GM-Colmotores assembling plant in Bogotá, Colombia since 1991, with annual quantities already of 20,000 up to 60,000 units. Local assembly has been increasing because of increasing demand in the Colombian and neighboring markets. It carries "Tecnología Isuzu" (with Isuzu Technology) lettering.

In Indonesia, Philippines and several other countries, the Elf is not only used as a truck, but also converted into microbuses by local body makers. The lighter four-wheeled models are commonly used as an intercity Angkot or Jeepney (share taxis), as a school bus, or as an employee bus. Indonesian conversions typically use car-style hinged doors and usually resemble a high-roof van, while most conversions in Kenya, and newer ones in the Philippines often resemble a minibus, with a folding door on the side for passengers, and standing room.

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Common 2006 Gmc W3500 problems

Common Problems with the GMC W3500 2006:

Exhaust System Issues: Some owners of the GMC W3500 2006 have reported issues with the exhaust system, including black and wet inside the exhaust pipe and multiple shades of purple on the entire exhaust system. This can be caused by something being plugged up, such as a catalytic converter or muffler. To diagnose this issue, you can pull an O2 sensor and check the back pressure.

Overheating Engine: The engine in the GMC W3500 2006 can overheat if there are major leaks or other problems that have caused it to overheat. If you find major leaks or other problems, do not run the engine until these problems have been corrected.

Recall Issues: The GMC W3500 2006 has been subject to several recalls, including a recall for a throttle pedal that may get stuck under the steel stopper bolt, causing the pedal to remain in the full throttle position. This can result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death. Another recall involves certain fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

In summary, the GMC W3500 2006 has several common problems, including fuel system issues, transmission control module failure, exhaust system issues, overheating engine, and recall issues. It is important to address these issues promptly to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the vehicle.

2006 Gmc W3500 car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Gmc W3500 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

Unknown or other problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2006 Gmc W3500 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

2006 Gmc W3500 complaints

The NHTSA has received 1 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2006 Gmc W3500.

2006-04-03

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

Date Of Incident: 2006-04-03
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Summary: RECEIVED RECALL ON WEIGHT LOAD LIMITS WHICH MAKES MY VEHICLE NOT MEET EXPECTED STANDARDS WHEN PURCHASED. *JB

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2006 Gmc W3500 recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2006 Gmc W3500.

2015-10-26

Manufacturer: Isuzu Manufacturing Services of America
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Summary: 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.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.

2010-12-15

Manufacturer: ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Summary: 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.
Consequence: IF THE ENGINE SEIZES WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN, THE VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE SUDDEN DECELERATION LEADING TO AN INCREASED RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: 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.

2008-06-05

Manufacturer: ISUZU MANUFACTURING SERVICES OF AMERICA
Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Summary: 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.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: 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..