2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 Problems
- Complaints
- 13filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 56,565miles, 12 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 13 consumer complaints for the 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500. The part named most often is steering, with 3 complaints (23% of the total), followed by tires (3) and electrical system (2). 12 of the complaints include a mileage, and 42% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 56,565 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 139 technical service bulletins for this model year. Steering complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Tires complaints overlap with 4 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.
- Steering3 23%
- Tires3 23%
- Electrical system2 15%
- Exterior lighting2 15%
- Wheels2 15%
- Brakes1 7.7%
- Engine1 7.7%
- Seat belts1 7.7%
- Suspension1 7.7%
- Vehicle speed control1 7.7%
Example complaints
Steering: “The contact stated while parked in a driveway, the power steering and brakes failed. As a result, the contact had no power steering or brakes. The failure was discovered from fluid leaking underneath the vehicle. It was towed to the dealership for repairs.”
NHTSA complaint #10152581, filed 2006-03, 300 milesTires: “The contact stated the front tires rubbed against the inside of the fender wells. This occurred while driving at all speeds, while making turns, and rough road conditions. The dealership determined the vehicle needed smaller tires. The manufacturer was alerted.”
NHTSA complaint #10157431, filed 2006-05, 4,010 milesElectrical system: “Make: Chevrolet model year: 2006 manufacturer: general motors llc report receipt date: may 14, 2014 NHTSA campaign id number: 14v251000 NHTSA action number: ea13007 component: exterior lighting:headlights tthe underhood bussed electrical center (ubec) housing can expand and cause the headlamp low beam relay control circuit wire to bend. If the wire is repeatedly bent, it may fracture causing a loss of low beam headlamp illumination. …”
NHTSA complaint #10860004, filed 2016-04, 37,000 milesExterior lighting: “I bought a 06 chevy (GM) express van from for a year and a half ago. The headlights go out and leave the family of 9 in the dark. This is very dangerous and unacceptable since GM knows the situation for all vehicles in 10 thousand+ occurring between 2003-2009 and I have met hundreds who experience this frightening dilemma. The headlight loss is serious occurring unexpectedly in night time driving. This serious problem with my lights have been brought to a number of dealers who should know how to fix but do not. …”
NHTSA complaint #10855382, filed 2016-04, 37,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
42% of the 12 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 37,000 and 110,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by 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. 139 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 Express 2500
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7 | 46,500 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 7 | 42,150 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2007 | 7 | 77,226 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2006 | 13 | 56,565 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 9 | 50,224 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2004 | 8 | 64,750 | 1 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 12 | 74,162 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Chevrolet Express 2500 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 have?
NHTSA recorded 13 consumer complaints for the 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 is reported most often?
Steering is named most often, in 3 complaints (23% of the total), followed by tires with 3.
Has the 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2006 Chevrolet Express 2500 reported?
Among the 12 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 56,565 miles and the middle half falls between 37,000 and 110,000 miles; 42% 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.