The Lemon IndexAll cars · GMC Sierra · 2006
2006 GMC Sierra. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 14
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L 6-cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | 15 / 20 / 17 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 4.3L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | 14 / 20 / 16 | Regular | $3,900 |
| 4.3L 6-cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 13 / 17 / 15 | Regular | $4,150 |
| 4.3L 6-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 13 / 18 / 15 | Regular | $4,150 |
| 4.8L 8-cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | 15 / 19 / 17 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 4.8L 8-cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | 14 / 19 / 16 | Regular | $3,900 |
| 4.8L 8-cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 14 / 18 / 15 | Regular | $4,150 |
| 4.8L 8-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 14 / 18 / 15 | Regular | $4,150 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | 14 / 19 / 16 | Regular | $3,900 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 13 / 18 / 15 | Regular | $4,150 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl hybrid | Auto 4-spd | RWD | 16 / 19 / 17 | Regular | $3,650 |
| 5.3L 8-cyl hybrid | Auto 4-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 15 / 18 / 16 | Regular | $3,900 |
| 6.0L 8-cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | 13 / 18 / 15 | Premium | $5,150 |
| 6.0L 8-cyl | Auto 4-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 13 / 16 / 14 | Premium | $5,550 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 25,200 and 87,000 miles. Median 50,400, from 250 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 61,700 | 40,800–105,200 | 82 |
| Brakes | 28,700 | 17,000–52,400 | 35 |
| Electrical | 82,000 | 48,500–114,500 | 25 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 36,200 | 24,400–53,300 | 30 |
| Steering | 40,100 | 6,700–120,300 | 21 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 23% |
| Brakes | 21% |
| Suspension | 15% |
| Tires | 14% |
| Steering | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 280 | 17 | 12 | 7 | 1 | 6 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 4
08V519000 Oct 2008 Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Defect. MOBILITYWORKS IS RECALLING 133 MY 2005-2006 FORD E250, MY 2000, 2004-2006 E350, MY 2000, 2005 E450, MY 2005-2006 GMC 2500, GMC 3500, AND MY 2006 DODGE 2500 VANS EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE LIFTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 403, "PLATFORM LIFT SYSTEMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES." THE ANTI-STOW INTERLOCK MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER. THE PRESSURE SENSING SWITCH THAT DETECTS THE PRESENCE OF WEIGHT ON THE PLATFORM WAS NOT ADJUSTED TO THE NECESSARY SENSITIVITY LEVEL. THE LIFT COULD S
Risk. A LIFT OCCUPANT CAN BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT BEGIN TO STOW UNINTENTIONALLY.
Remedy. MOBILITYWORKS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E097). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR MOBILITYWORKS AT 1-800-769-8267.
07E106000 Dec 2007 Wheels / Hub
Defect. 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.
Risk. 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.
06E050000 Jun 2006 Service Brakes, Air
Defect. CERTAIN FEDERAL-MOGUL NATIONAL AND CARQUEST AFTERMARKET HUB ASSEMBLIES, P/N 515058, SOLD FOR USE ON 2001-2006 GENERAL MOTORS 1500 AND 2500 4WD TRUCKS. ON THE SUBJECT HUB ASSEMBLIES, THE ABS SENSOR CORD DEPARTS FROM THE HUB ASSEMBLY AT A 90 DEGREE ANGLE. AS A RESULT, THERE IS A FIT ISSUE WITH THE BRAKE ROTOR DUST SHIELD INTERFERING WITH THE ABS SENSOR CORD. IF THE HUB ASSEMBLY IS INSTALLED DESPITE THIS INTERFERENCE, THE GAP BETWEEN THE ABS SENSOR AND THE TONE WHEEL MAY BE ALTERED. THIS MAY WEAKEN THE OUTPUT OF THE ABS SENSOR. DIMINISHED OUTPUT COULD RESULT IN AN UNWANTED ABS ACTIVATION AT
Risk. IF STOPPING DISTANCE IS LIMITED, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.
Remedy. FEDERAL-MOGUL WILL NOTIFY ITS OWNERS AND WILL EITHER CREDIT THE CUSTOMERS ACCOUNT OR REPLACE THE UNIT. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JUNE 2006. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL-MOGUL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-563-8507 EXT 3530.
06E010000 Feb 2006 Steering
Defect. CERTAIN FABTECH AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT PITMAN ARMS, P/NOS. FTS71000 AND FTS71001, INSTALLED FOR USE ON CERTAIN 2001-2006 GM C/K 2500 PICK UP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE PIN LOCATED INSIDE THE PITMAN ARM CAN SHEAR OFF DUE TO A REVERSE BENDING FATIGUE CONDITION, RESULTING IN A TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.
Risk. LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH WITH POTENTIAL INJURY OR DEATH.
Remedy. FABTECH WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PITMAN AND IDLER ARMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FABTECH AT 909-597-7800.
Manufacturer communications 695
GMC filed 695 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Transmission slips, will not shift, ses light may be illuminated
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| No | No | No |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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