2006 Chevrolet Avalanche: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 11 owner complaints on record; most reports concern power train.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Dec 2005
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor and that fuel was noticed leaking from under the vehicle. The failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician informed that the hose was rubbing in the fuel tank causing a hole on the fuel line. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Dec 2015
“Driving 35mph on dry road. 2wd jump out of gear acted like went into neutral I had no drive or any of my gears came to a complete stop with no warning. Went to put in park it grind with loud noise. Only way to get truck to move was to put in 4wd”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Jul 2015
“I made a stop, up on taking off my truck made it to second gear and I hear a loud broken noise, transmission went out on second gear.”Owner report · Power Train · Jul 2015
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“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet avalanche. While driving approximately 25 mph and coming to a stop, the brake line detached from the vehicle. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 152,000.”Owner report · Service Brakes · May 2015
“I hit someone in the back of his car and did a lot of damage on my truck and my air bags did not open. The repair shop also ? Why. The front of my truck was pushed back approx. 6 to 10 inches. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Dec 2014
“Tl* the contact owns 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, she attempted to apply the brakes to avoid crashing into another vehicle but the brakes failed. The contact shifted into a lower gear in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the brake lines needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that they would cover the repair costs. The failure mileage was 44,000. ..updated 01/30/13 *bf updated 2/5/2013 *js”Owner report · Service Brakes · Dec 2012
“I was driving along at 60 mph and lightly accelerated and heard a clunk. I continued to drive along and slowed down to exit off the interstate. Then when got off the interstate and came up to a green arrow and turned left. Then as soon as I accelerated at 25 mph, I felt the transmission go out and heard a high pitch whine and some grinding. Then was not able to accelerate anymore. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Dec 2011
“Airbag light came on, dashboard says service airbag, after vehicle sat for an hour after having been driven for over 250 miles that day. When the vehicle is started the light blinks as it's supposed to and goes out, then after a few seconds comes back on and stays on. *tr”Owner report · Air Bags · Nov 2011
“Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that the transmission failed while he was driving approximately 60 mph. He was unable to move forward although the rpms increased. There were no warning lights prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to a transmission center where the transmission was replaced. The contact called the manufacturer and filed a complaint about the failure. The current and failure mileages were approximately 90,000.”Owner report · Power Train · Oct 2010
“When taking off from a stop it feels like I am being bumped from behind, or like the engine just dropped out of the vehicle. Very hard shifting between 1st, 2nd and 3rd when vehicle has been driven about 50 miles consecutive. Check engine light is on but will go off intermittently. *tr”Owner report · Engine · May 2010
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
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.
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.
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Is the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche reliable?
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. The most complained-about area is power train.
Does the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning equipment:other:labels. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.