2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 18about this part
- Share
- 10%of 178 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 50,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 18 complaints about the steering of the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, 10% of the 178 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 50,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I purchased this vehicle from a dealer with a one year certified used warranty at 49k miles. Within a month of purchase I noticed an excessive amount of free-play in the steering and noticed a loose pitman arm when rotating the steering wheel and observing this part. I took the vehicle to two different dealers in the indianapolis area. After their inspection and consulting GM concerning this issue, I was told free-play was normal or within parameters. …”
NHTSA complaint #10545466, filed 2013-09, 50,000 miles“Drove 40 miles from work to home on nov.25th and parked in my driveway. No issues. On saturday, nov.28th, attempting to leave driveway, had loss of steering and braking (no power assist) and rolled into street. Vehicle towed to local dealer. Cause was ruptured nitrogen cannister at hydroboost assembly with loss of power assist and contamination of fluids. Fortunately, I was in my driveway on not on the 40 mile trip to or from work on interstate highway.”
NHTSA complaint #10294588, filed 2009-12, 87,125 miles“Power steering fails and since the power steering pump controls the hydoboost it affects the power brakes of the vehicle. When the power steering pump fails you loose power brakes and the vehicle moves forward at a brisk pace until you forcefully put both feet on the brake pedal and push down with all the power you can to stop the truck. Since this has happened 4 times I realize immediatly what the probelem was and applied all the pedal power I could to stop the truck. …”
NHTSA complaint #10294958, filed 2009-12, 35,000 miles“I have a 2006 Chevrolet silverado that has presented a problem in the steering assembly of the vehicle. I noticed a moaning noise that was present while turning to the right. I brought this up to the dealer in my area and they informed me that my problem was my steering box was leaking and needed replacement. I went ahead with the suggested repair. This however did not fix my problem. I brought the truck back, they examined it and told me to replace the power steering pump as it was leaking and that should take care of it. I did as suggested but still not fixed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10217878, filed 2008-02, 50,000 miles“Vehicle sat at the airport for 72hrs. When I left the airport, the brakes felt spongy, but were able to stop the vehicle. On the freeway as I was braking, the brakes began to feel more spongy, requiring increased stopping distance. When I arrived at my residence approximately 45 miles from the airport, I tried to turn into my driveway, only to find I had lost all power steering assist and braking assist. I was able to finally turn in, but had to use my emergency brake to come to a full stop. Once, stopped, I found I could not turn the steering wheel and there were no brakes. …”
NHTSA complaint #10211892, filed 2007-12, 12,500 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10178292Jun 5, 2020This technical bulletin provides a procedure to eliminate a power steering noise due to extremely low temperatures.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 15% |
| 2025 | 4 | 13% |
| 2024 | 6 | 4% |
| 2023 | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 | 3 | 3% |
| 2021 | 2 | 2% |
| 2020 | 9 | 8% |
| 2019 | 5 | 7% |
| 2018 | 2 | 4% |
| 2017 | 4 | 7% |
| 2016 | 46 | 37% |
| 2015 | 17 | 10% |
| 2014 | 4 | 10% |
| 2013 | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 | 4 | 8% |
| 2011 | 4 | 4% |
| 2010 | 1 | 5% |
| 2009 | 4 | 7% |
| 2008 | 7 | 4% |
| 2007 | 13 | 6% |
| 2006 | 18 | 10% |
| 2005 | 29 | 11% |
| 2004 | 16 | 4% |
| 2003 | 17 | 4% |
| 2002 | 16 | 5% |
| 2001 | 19 | 5% |
| 2000 | 15 | 11% |
| 1999 | 2 | 2% |
| 1998 | 1 | 1% |
| 1997 | 8 | 13% |
Other parts of the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
71 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
32 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsEngine cooling
12 complaintsTires
12 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsSuspension
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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