2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 33%of 52 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 72,500miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the brakes of the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, 33% of the 52 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 72,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“In the process of exiting from our home, while towing a large boat, a brake line ruptured releasing the brake fluid and causing a complete failure of the brake system. I inspected the ruptured area and found that all the brake lines were severely rusted and ready to fail at any time in the near future. The vehicle was towed to a repair facility to have the brake lines replaced. Estimated cost is $950. Had this failure happened one minute later the results could have been catastrophic!”
NHTSA complaint #10621087, filed 2014-08, 81,610 miles“Driving home from a camping trip pulling 30ft 5th wheel , pushed on brake pedal to slow down & pedal went almost to the floor , pulled over & found brake line leaking under master cylinder on top of frame rail , repaired line to get home , upon inspection of brake lines, they are very weak, since then I've had to fix 2 more brake lines, luckily not pulling anything ,I have friends with these same trucks & inspected there's & also look the same,1 friend took his to dealership & they told him that this is normal? …”
NHTSA complaint #10593102, filed 2014-05, 140,000 miles“On my 2006 SILVERADO 3500, when applying the brakes, as the vehicle slows to about 2-4mph...the ABS activates and the stopping force of the brakes is reduced causing the vehicle to miss the intended stopping point. I have replaced both front hub bearings which includes the front sensors as others have reported this cures the problem yet the problem persists. There are 80,000 miles on the vehicle, I have owned since new, there have been no accidents or abuse. There are no check engine lights, ABS lights or anything indicating a fault. On the internet, there are many complaints just as mine. …”
NHTSA complaint #10366501, filed 2010-11, 80,000 miles“Power steering & brakes failed. Started truck in morning, put in reverse and could not stop vehicle nor steer. Placed in neutral and was able to stop. Vehicle was towed to chev. Dealer, they checked and stated nothing was wrong. Brakes and steering worked after car was warmed up for 30 minutes. This happened in yuma arizona area, and outside temp at time of failure was 40's.”
NHTSA complaint #10178860, filed 2007-01, 15,600 miles“Parking brake failed to hold truck stationary during inspection. We tried to adjust pedal following the GM service manual and brake still would not hold. Removed rear brake rotors and found lining on shoes worn off. Replaced shoes, hardware, and rotor. Checked cables and actuators for shoes. Assembled, adjusted and burnished shoes as per service manual, brake still would not hold truck on grade inspection was conducted on. Adjusted shoes until they were dragging on drums and could finally get brakes to hold truck. …”
NHTSA complaint #10503129, filed 2013-03, 51,450 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10242252Aug 18, 2023This technical bulletin provides information and a solution to a condition of Brake Pedal Moves or Self Applies at Full Turns.
- 10226382Oct 18, 2022This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10162149Jun 24, 2019This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10246647Sep 1, 2014Pre-Formed and Pre-Flared Hydraulic Brake Pipe Kits Now Available for Service
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 25% |
| 2024 | 12 | 24% |
| 2022 | 4 | 14% |
| 2021 | 5 | 12% |
| 2020 | 7 | 17% |
| 2019 | 3 | 14% |
| 2018 | 1 | 5% |
| 2016 | 10 | 20% |
| 2015 | 10 | 19% |
| 2013 | 1 | 4% |
| 2012 | 1 | 4% |
| 2011 | 2 | 7% |
| 2009 | 1 | 10% |
| 2008 | 1 | 3% |
| 2007 | 4 | 10% |
| 2006 | 17 | 33% |
| 2005 | 17 | 37% |
| 2004 | 21 | 51% |
| 2003 | 24 | 57% |
| 2002 | 23 | 46% |
| 2001 | 37 | 51% |
| 2000 | 38 | 48% |
| 1999 | 22 | 47% |
| 1998 | 24 | 36% |
| 1997 | 26 | 43% |
Other parts of the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
9 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
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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