2006 Chevrolet C4500 Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 31,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2006 Chevrolet C4500 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2006 Chevrolet C4500. The part named most often is engine cooling, with 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by brakes (1) and electrical system (1). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 60% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 31,000 miles. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 147 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine cooling complaints overlap with 36 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Brakes complaints overlap with 6 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine cooling3 50%
- Brakes1 17%
- Electrical system1 17%
- Seats1 17%
- Wheels1 17%
Example complaints
Engine cooling: “Recently, the fan exploded on my 2006 Chevrolet c-4500 and destroyed the cowling around the fan and tore holes in the radiator and hoses into the intercooler. I was pulling a heavy 5th wheel rv. Glad it did not happen when I was changing the fuel filter a few days before. Updated 09/23/10 the consumer stated the fan blade failed. The outer ring came apart and destroyed the cowling around the fan and made holes in the radiator causing anti-freeze to leak out. Updated 09/24/10”
NHTSA complaint #10355916, filed 2010-09, 62,000 milesBrakes: “The contact stated that the vehicle would not start right after the vehicle was driven home from the dealership. The next day, the dealer jump started the vehicle however when the vehicle was taken home it would not start again. After dealer repaired the vehicle, the brake service light illuminated and there was difficulty applying pressure to the brake. Also, the speedometer failed to read the appropriate mileage and the gas gauge went up and down. The brakes had to be pumped to make the brakes function properly. The vehicle was even down shifted into first gear. …”
NHTSA complaint #10160581, filed 2006-06, 211 milesSeats: “Truck has optional air suspension seats. Seat relies on compressor and tank to be raised otherwise seat will remain in lowest position. This may leave driver in too low a position to drive comfortably and see the road effectively. Truck has repeatedly had compressor, relay, pressure switch failures. Dealer has replaced compressor, relay, and pressure switch in order to fix system problems where compressor which runs erratically, excessively or not at all. Latest repair involved replacement with a supposedly heavier duty relay. …”
NHTSA complaint #10251978, filed 2008-12Mileage when problems were reported
60% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 15,904 and 60,200 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 08V344000Jul 28, 2008Trailer hitchesCovers: Chevrolet C4500 2006–2007, Ford F-450 2006–2008, Chevrolet 3500 2006–2008 +12 more
Knapheide is recalling 108 my 2006-2008 pro series truck beds equipped with an icc bumper which included a provision for a ball hitch. There may be an insufficient weld attaching the hitch channel to the supporting structure.
Recall details for the 2006 Chevrolet C4500 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 147 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11020816Jul 18, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- 11019074May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019073May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019072May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11012907Dec 18, 2024Engine. This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 11010544Oct 7, 2024Engine. This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 11008956Sep 9, 2024Other or unknown. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11007208Sep 6, 2024Other or unknown. This 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…
- 11006621Aug 26, 2024Electrical system. Vehicle 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…
- 11007091Aug 5, 2024Engine. This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
Other model years of the Chevrolet C4500
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 6 | 31,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 5 | 57,000 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chevrolet C4500 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2006 Chevrolet C4500 have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2006 Chevrolet C4500 as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2006 Chevrolet C4500 is reported most often?
Engine cooling is named most often, in 3 complaints (50% of the total), followed by brakes with 1.
Has the 2006 Chevrolet C4500 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2006 Chevrolet C4500 reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 31,000 miles and the middle half falls between 15,904 and 60,200 miles; 60% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.