Truck electrical cuts off while driving. Instrument panel and radio. Vehicle engine and headlights keep running
2006 Chevrolet Colorado: headlights failing or too dim
5 of the 236 complaints about the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado describe headlights failing or too dim.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 85,000
- recalls
- 2
Headlights failing or too dim by model year
What owners say
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.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet colorado. While driving approximately 45 MPH with the high beams on, the contact noticed the low beams were not on at the same time which reduced visibility. The contact then realized that both the high beams and low beams did not operate at the same time. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was told the vehicle was operating as intended. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 44,000. Updated 03/24/11*lj updated 1/4/11
Headlight fixture gets heavy condensation buildup inside lens during rainy weather which eventually causes lamp to fail (burn out) and also reduces operation of headlight due to fixture becoming fogged up because of condensation. Unit eventually will clear up after a few days of dry weather but will eventually become permanently stained (fogged up) due to water damage which will cause one headlight to burn brighter.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License...
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water...
- This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and...
- This informational bulletin provides an out line on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp...
- This informational bulletin provides information on exterior lamp condinsation and replacement guidelines
- This informational bulletin communicates GM's position on exterior lighting components ?tinted or smoked?...
- This informational bulletin explains condensation in exterior lights and replacment guidelines for...
- Chevrolet gmc service campaign: special coverage adjustment-brake lamps inoperative or continuous illumination
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
Questions about the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado headlights
Is headlights failing or too dim a common problem on the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado?
5 of 236 owner complaints about the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (2%) mention headlights failing or too dim. The model year with the most reports is 2006.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado?
There are 2 recalls and 13 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
Won't start 26ABS 21Stalling 21Check engine light 19Misfire 12Airbag light 10Adaptive cruise 6Grinding brakes 6Loss of power 6
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