Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor and that fuel was noticed leaking from under the vehicle. The failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician informed that the hose was rubbing in the fuel tank causing a hole on the fuel line. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000.
The worst 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission4
- Brakes2
- Acceleration1
- Airbags1
- Body1
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
- Transmission4
- Brakes2
- Acceleration1
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Driver assistance1
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
Recalls 1
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle capacity weight.
- Risk
- A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on march 31, 2006. Owners may contact buick at 1‑866‑608‑8080, cadillac at 1‑866‑982‑2339, chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463, hummer at 1‑800‑732‑5493, pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668, saturn at 1‑800‑972‑8876, or isuzu at 1‑800‑255‑6727.
Recall number 05V552000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 95
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Equipment: other: owners/service/other manual
- Equipment: electrical
- This informational bulletin provides information on the proper mounting paste to apply to tires when...
- This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle...
- This informational bulletin provides information on Part Restriction and Ordering Process Information for...
- This informational bulletin provides information on close coupled converters and there affect on newly...
- Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor
- This warranty administration bulletin provides dealership personnel with policy and procedure requirements...
- This informational bulletin provides information to technicians regarding intake manifold...
- This informational bulletin provides information to advise dealers about seat belt buckles not operating...
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3L 8‑cyl | RWD | 13 | 17 | 14 |
| 5.3L 8‑cyl | 4WD | 13 | 17 | 14 |
What 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Driving 35mph on dry road. 2wd jump out of gear acted like went into neutral I had no drive or any of my gears came to a complete stop with no warning. Went to put in park it grind with loud noise. Only way to get truck to move was to put in 4wd
I made a stop, up on taking off my truck made it to second gear and I hear a loud broken noise, transmission went out on second gear.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet avalanche. While driving approximately 25 MPH and coming to a stop, the brake line detached from the vehicle. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 152,000.
I hit someone in the back of his car and did a lot of damage on my truck and my air bags did not open. The repair shop also ? Why. The front of my truck was pushed back approx. 6 to 10 inches.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that the headlights failed to operate properly. The contact personally diagnosed the vehicle and found that the automatic headlight control switch had failed. The vehicle was repaired by the contact. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 24,862. Updated 12/26/13*lj the consumer stated what he saw inside the switch, was old burnt clear plastic melted down, half of the switch was working and the other half was malfunctioning. The defective switch was draining the battery. Updated 12/31/13
Tl* the contact owns 2006 chevrolet avalanche. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, she attempted to apply the brakes to avoid crashing into another vehicle but the brakes failed. The contact shifted into a lower gear in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the brake lines needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that they would cover the repair costs. The failure mileage was 44,000. ..updated 01/30/13 *bf updated 2/5/2013
When taking off from a stop it feels like I am being bumped from behind, or like the engine just dropped out of the vehicle. Very hard shifting between 1st, 2nd and 3rd when vehicle has been driven about 50 miles consecutive. Check engine light is on but will go off intermittently.
I was driving along at 60 MPH and lightly accelerated and heard a clunk. I continued to drive along and slowed down to exit off the interstate. Then when got off the interstate and came up to a green arrow and turned left. Then as soon as I accelerated at 25 MPH, I felt the transmission go out and heard a high pitch whine and some grinding. Then was not able to accelerate anymore.
Airbag light came on, dashboard says service airbag, after vehicle sat for an hour after having been driven for over 250 miles that day. When the vehicle is started the light blinks as it's supposed to and goes out, then after a few seconds comes back on and stays on.
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Questions about the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
Is the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche reliable?
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche, fewer than a typical Avalanche model year.
What is the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche year score?
The 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Chevrolet Avalanche: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 4 complaints. Next is brakes (2).
How many recalls does the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche have?
1 recall, covering equipment.
What year does the Chevrolet Avalanche have bad transmission?
The Chevrolet Avalanche model years with the most transmission complaints are 2002 (25 complaints), 2003 (14 complaints) and 2004 (14 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche get?
Official estimates for the 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche range from 14 mpg combined. The most efficient version (5.3L 8-cyl, RWD) gets 13 city and 17 highway.
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