2006 GMC C5500 recalls and problems

The 2006 GMC C5500 has 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any GMC dealer.

Recalls
2
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2006 GMC C5500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 GMC C5500 recalls

Recall 12V-584: Equipment

Reported Dec 12, 2012 · 227 vehicles affected · Creative Bus Sales, Inc.

Problem: Creative Bus Sales, Inc is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Chevrolet and GMC C5500, and Ford E450, and Econoline 350 vehicles equipped with Braun wheelchair lifts. Over time, or with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier of the lifts may become bent or misaligned.

Risk: A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair's occupant could fall and sustain injury.

Fix: Braun is conducting this recall on behalf of Creative Bus Sales. Braun will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2012. Owners may contact Creative Bus at 1-888-633-8380 or Braun at 1-800-488-0359.

Recall 08V-344: Trailer Hitches

Reported Jul 28, 2008 · 108 vehicles affected · KNAPHEIDE MANUFACTURING COMPANY

Problem: Knapheide is recalling 108 my 2006-2008 pro series truck beds equipped with an icc bumper which included a provision for a ball hitch. There may be an insufficient weld attaching the hitch channel to the supporting structure.

Risk: This could result in bending of the hitch channel or the hitch could be pulled off the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Knapheide will offer two remedies to its customers: (1) for those customers who do not use the hitch, the hitch will be removed from the truck bed and replaced with an icc bumper; or (2) for those customers who need a hitch, a receiver hitch assembly will be added to the existing hitch assembly and all suspect weld joints will be re welded. The recall began on august 15, 2008. Owners may contact knapheide at 1-877-473-5763.

2006 GMC C5500 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine and Engine Cooling1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 23,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 GMC C5500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine and Engine Cooling · at 23,500 miles · reported May 27, 2009
I had driven the truck for about 2 hours that morning. I was at a stop light for one cycle. When the light turned green I pressed the accelerator I heard and felt a bang and crunch. No warning lights came on but I started to smell coolant. I stopped to find the cooling fan torn apart, fan shroud with many holes in it, and the radiator with multiple holes. All the coolant had emptied onto the street. The vehicle was towed to a chevy dealer to be looked at. After the dealers investigation the service writer stated that he has seen this failure many times before and the cause is one of two…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 GMC C5500 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 GMC C5500: 12V-584 (equipment), 08V-344 (trailer hitches). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 GMC C5500?

Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 23,500 miles.

Are GMC recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized GMC dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.