2006 GMC Sierra 2500 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 3%of 66 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 83,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the suspension of the 2006 GMC Sierra 2500, 3% of the 66 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 83,000 miles.
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.
“I attempted to previously make several repairs to the vehicle. The first of the problems occurred when driving. The suspension made loud grinding noises and after 3 attempts made it was repaired. Now the problem seems to have returned and I am not sure what I should do.”
NHTSA complaint #10260483, filed 2009-03“The contact owns a 2006 Gmc SIERRA 2500. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the contact heard a popping sound while turning the steering wheel. In addition, there was an abnormal grinding sound while the vehicle was in motion. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the front driver side hub was replaced. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10402515, filed 2011-05, 83,000 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…
- 10168206Oct 31, 2019This technical bulletin provides a procedure to apply grease to the leaf springs to correct a condition of a squeak noise from the metals making contact.
- 10190337Oct 1, 2017Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak and…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 7% |
| 2025 | 2 | 7% |
| 2024 | 2 | 2% |
| 2020 | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 | 1 | 3% |
| 2015 | 2 | 2% |
| 2013 | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 | 1 | 3% |
| 2011 | 1 | 2% |
| 2007 | 3 | 4% |
| 2006 | 2 | 3% |
| 2005 | 3 | 3% |
| 2004 | 1 | 1% |
| 2003 | 5 | 3% |
| 2002 | 4 | 3% |
| 2001 | 3 | 2% |
| 2000 | 3 | 6% |
| 1999 | 3 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2006 GMC Sierra 2500
30 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsSteering
10 complaintsTires
6 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsBody and structure
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 GMC Sierra 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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