2006 Chevrolet Silverado Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 3%of 182 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 24,588miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the visibility of the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado, 3% of the 182 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 24,588 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Blower fan for heat and A/C stopped working. Replaced resistor assembly and it worked for about three days.checked to see what was the matter and saw that the connection had melted.”
NHTSA complaint #10289835, filed 2009-10, 24,588 miles“From: david arthur comments: my employer issued me a 2006 chevy Silverado pickup truck that I feel is a hazard to drive. The design of the cab is such that there is only a 1.5 x 1.5 ft box that one can see out of. The rear view mirror is so big and mounted so low that it blocks most of the vision to the right front of the vehicle and the top of the cab inhibits the ability to see stop lights when stopped at a stop bar, to see the light one must stop a vehicle length short of the light. …”
NHTSA complaint #10171836, filed 2006-10“The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that the heat would not activate on the high setting. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the heater switch was found to be melted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure recurred several years later in which the heater switch overheated and caused the dashboard to catch on fire. The contact did not sustain any injuries. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10562105, filed 2014-01, 100,000 miles“The contact stated while driving various speeds on the highway, the side rear view mirrors vibrated. The vehicle was driven to the dealer who determined no defect was found and the mirrors were designed that way. Updated 12/5/2006 - the consumer contacted the bbb and shortly afterward he was contacted by GM. Gm agreed that there was a problem and had the dealer replace the mirrors with another style. The new mirrors seem to be performing well.”
NHTSA complaint #10172436, filed 2006-11, 8,500 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10114309Oct 23, 2014This informational bulletin explains how to care for wiper blades.
- 10112382Oct 1, 2013This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the percentage of UV protection or tint offered by the windshield or side glass…
- 10021017Sep 27, 2006Door glass pops out of run channel.
- 10018623Jan 9, 2006Front hvac blower inoperative.
- 10018566Jan 6, 2006Front blower inoperative stay running during low ambient temperature.
- 10017277Nov 1, 2005Unwanted operation of rear windows.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 4 | 3% |
| 2015 | 4 | 5% |
| 2014 | 3 | 2% |
| 2013 | 3 | 5% |
| 2011 | 2 | 3% |
| 2010 | 6 | 10% |
| 2009 | 3 | 4% |
| 2008 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 9 | 5% |
| 2006 | 5 | 3% |
| 2005 | 9 | 3% |
| 2004 | 18 | 3% |
| 2003 | 20 | 3% |
| 2002 | 19 | 3% |
| 2001 | 15 | 2% |
| 2000 | 28 | 2% |
| 1999 | 44 | 3% |
| 1998 | 45 | 16% |
| 1997 | 38 | 14% |
| 1996 | 74 | 40% |
| 1995 | 148 | 56% |
| 1994 | 128 | 61% |
| 1993 | 23 | 33% |
| 1992 | 13 | 33% |
| 1991 | 2 | 12% |
| 1989 | 1 | 5% |
| 1988 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
101 complaintsSuspension
15 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsTires
9 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsWheels
6 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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