The high mounted stop lights and the cruise control do not work. A recall for this was issued (the federal safety agency 06V13900 and the federal safety agency 09V310000) but when I enter my VIN it says I'm not included in the recall. Also, a dealer said my vehicle was not in the recall. If I have the problem stated in the recall why am I not included? I am the original owner. First noticed problem about six months ago. Did not know about the recall until yesterday.
2006 Chevrolet Colorado lights problems
30 complaints (13% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 60,000.
- owner complaints
- 30
- of this car's complaints
- 13%
- typical mileage
- 60,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Brake lights: switch9
- Brake lights3
At what mileage
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Chevrolet Colorado lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado lights
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Related recalls
Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch
- What is wrong
- Gm is recalling 185,903 model year 2004-2009 colorado, gmc model year 2009-2004 canyon, model year 2006 I-280, I-350, model year 2007-2008 I-290, and I-370, passenger vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of alabama, arizona, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, nevada, new mexico, puerto rico, south carolina, texas, u.s. Virgin islands and utah. Some of these vehicles have a brake lamp switch that may not work as designed due to contamination in the switch.
- Risk
- This condition could cause the simultaneous loss of all brake lamps or cause all of the brake lamps to stay on continuously. Both of these conditions could fail to warn others of the driver's intentions and could lead to a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the necessary components as specified in the recall bulletin free of charge. Gm anticipates that parts will be available by june 2010. A special coverage for vehicles registered in all other states will be implemented in the same time frame. In the interim, owners who experience the failure can obtain a free repair, however they will be required to return when the new design part becomes available. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463, isuzu at 1‑800‑255‑6727 or at www.gmownercenter.com.
Recall number 09V310000 · Recall details
Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch
- What is wrong
- Certain pickup trucks may experience the permanent loss of brake lamp function or brake lamps that are illuminated at all times. The center high-mounted stop lamp (chmsl) is affected in both instances. Also, if equipped, the cruise control will become inoperative. Any trailer brake lamps which are connected to the vehicle's brake lamp wiring will mimic the vehicle's brake lamps when either condition occurs.
- Risk
- A following driver may not know when the brakes have been applied, and a rear-end crash could occur without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the brake lamp switch assembly. The recall began on december 5, 2006. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438; gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463 or isuzu at 1‑800‑255‑6727.
Recall number 06V139000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Brake lamp switch malfunction
On july 28,2009, gm initiated a regional recall campaign on certain model year (my) 2004-2009 chevrolet colorado and gmc canyon vehicles and my2006-2008 isuzu I-series vehicles.the states and u.s. Territories involved are al, az, fl, ga, hi, la, ms, nv, nm, pr, sc, tx, vi and ut.a total of 185,903 vehicles will be recalled with 92,272 vehicles within the scope of this investigation.in addition, a special coverage/extended warranty program will be initiated forvehicles registered in all other states. Gm determined that brake lamp switch failures are more likely to occur in vehicles in which customers used interior cleaners containing silicon and that reside in hot geographical locations.brake lamp switch contamination failure can cause loss of the brake lamps or the brake lamps to stay on continuously, increasing the risk of rear-end crashes.gm has reported no crashes or injuries due to the failure of the brake lamp switch.odi initially reported one crash incident, but later downgraded the report due to the absence of actual property damage or cost incurred when the vehicle was lightly tapped from behind at low speed.this investigation is closed (see recall campaign 09v0310).
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What 2006 Chevrolet Colorado owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Will not start,to hot to start!!!!!
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet colorado. The contact stated that the rear brake lights failed to illuminate when the brake pedal was depressed. The contact also stated that the rear brake lights had been replaced eight times by phil smith chevrolet (1640 north state road 7, lauderhill, fl 33313). The dealer refused to repair the vehicle again. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired elsewhere. The approximate failure mileage was 134,074.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet colorado. While driving and depressing the brake pedal, the brake lights failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that both brake lights failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 06v139000 (exterior lighting) and 09v310000 (exterior lighting). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. Updated 05/10/17*lj
Strong gas oder outside the truck.radio lights no not work on presets or scan tune.along with window lights.cd will not eject.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet colorado. While the vehicle was undergoing an inspection by an independent mechanic, the brake light failed to illuminate when the brake pedal was depressed. In addition, the four wheel drive light remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 153,000.
Hazard light stuck on, prevent use of signal light. When disabled signal light not operable.
I was driving home from work during the night-time hours and both headlights quit working. Now, the left headlight continues to go out but I can touch it and it will come on. I have replaced the light several times and nothing works. Also, 1 week ago, the ABS failure message appeared. There are multiple complaints with this problem and frankly, both of my issues are safety concerns. Gm has installed defective parts as usual and now the customers are bearing the cost of repairing their failures. These are safety concerns that need to be recalled. I have recently had the intake valve seats replaced because of a gm defective part. This ABS failure concern is my number 1 concern as I have very small children.
While driving home from work in the dark, both of my low beam headlamps quit working. I have been having issues with the headlamps and brake lamps going out intermittently and often. I replace them and they continue to go out. I believe there are electrical issues with my vehicle and I have read complaints on the 2006 chevy colorado with some of the same issues. I have contacted chevrolet via e-mail to see if they can assist or if they have a resolution. This is a dangerous situation that could end in disaster.
No brake lights. Fuse is not blown.
Questions about the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado lights
Does the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado have lights problems?
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the lights of the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado, 13% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2006 Chevrolet Colorado lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 60,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado lights?
Yes, 2 recalls: 09V310000, 06V139000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chevrolet Colorado have the most lights problems?
The Chevrolet Colorado model years with the most lights complaints are 2005 (49 complaints), 2004 (43 complaints) and 2006 (30 complaints).
Other 2006 Chevrolet Colorado problems
Electrical 69Engine 50Brakes 41Fuel system 18Airbags 17Body 15Transmission 15Steering 10Suspension 8Visibility 7Tires 6Acceleration 5Driver assistance 5Locks 4Seat belts 4Seats 2Wheels 2
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