repaired · 2017 Q3
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
2006 GMC W3500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2006 GMC W3500, most often about the unknown or other. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 15V-704 the manufacturer reports only 29% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 26, 2015. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2006 GMC W3500 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2006 GMC W3500 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. IF THE ENGINE SEIZES WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN, THE VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE SUDDEN DECELERATION LEADING TO AN INCREASED RISK OF A CRASH.
no report yet
Fuel system, diesel
Risk. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with GMC.
Best & worst years
2006 vs. every other W3500 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the W3500 median. How we score
'98'99'00'03'04'06'07'08'09
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
Own a 2006 W3500?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.