The vehicle security light comes on intermittently for years, I then cannot start the vehicle. I have reported the problem to gm, I have had it to the chevrolet dealership twice, which cost me over a thousand dollars for them to replace parts which had no effect in solving the problem. The vehicle will not start until you turn the key to the on position, wait 10 minutes for the light to go out, then turn off the ignition for 10 seconds, then it will start. I have put up with it for years, but when I am stranded in the dead of winter, that poses a safety hazard. Your report wants to know when it happens, it happens without notice, rhyme or reason, at anytime since I bought it in 2009.
The worst 2006 Chevrolet Express 1500 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Fuel system2
- Body1
- Locks1
Problems by type
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- Fuel system2
- Body1
- Locks1
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Chevrolet Express 1500 142
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- Unknown or other
- This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- Unknown or other
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field...
- Unknown or other
- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding...
- GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities
- This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves...
2006 Chevrolet Express 1500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3L 6‑cyl | RWD | 13 | 18 | 15 |
| 5.3L 8‑cyl | RWD | 13 | 17 | 14 |
| 5.3L 8‑cyl | 4WD | 13 | 17 | 14 |
What 2006 Chevrolet Express 1500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Faulty fuel gauge sensor on 2006 chevy express van. My fuel gauge read approx 1/8th of a tank. The low fuel light had not come on. The van stopped running and could not be started. It was towed to nucar in new castle. Sensor and fuel pump were replaced as the dealer said they would not guarantee the sensor without replacing the fuel pump. The cost > $1,000. I read your article and now friends of mine have experienced similar problems.
The hinges on the doors of chevy vans are defective in that they are improperly designed and corroded and become difficult if not impossible to open and close the hinges are inverted and allow dirt and water to invade the swivel portion of the hinge I have reported this to the dealers are three occasions and they basically said tuff luck they were aware of the problem when I went in they say additional maintenance is required but make no mention of it nor do they do anything special at their facility I have had my vehicles serviced there and it makes no difference.
I am writing to file a complaint against supreme corporation 2581 east kercher rd. Goshen, in 46527. I received a safety recall notice from them dated august 12, 2009 which indicated a defect in certain spartan service and cargo bodies manufactured between january 2006 to june 2008. I own a 2006 vehicle with a spartan cargo body. The recall applies to a potential defect in the bonding of the roof skin to roof rail extrusion and roof rail extrusion to side wall and indicates that while the vehicle is in operation parts of the roof skin or roof itself could delaminate or dislodge. The recall further states the potential for death or serious injury exists to other vehicles or the general public should any part of the roof become unbonded. The recall states that there is an attached list of shops approved by supreme corporation to perform the recall repair, however no list was attached. Further, I contacted supreme corporation at 800‑557‑2785 four times and requested the list of repair shops. I was told on four occasions that the list would be emailed to me. I never received any emails or other communication from supreme corporation. Supreme corporation is being negligent and irresponsible in the matter.
Driving along the highway, my warning light came on stating there was an engine problem. I waited to get it checked out. As I was making a delivery the 2006 express cargo stalled on the highway. Had it towed to the chevrolet dealership and they stated it was the fuel sensor in the gas tank that burnt out.
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Questions about the 2006 Chevrolet Express 1500
Is the 2006 Chevrolet Express 1500 reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2006 Chevrolet Express 1500, close to a typical Express 1500 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Chevrolet Express 1500?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 2 complaints. Next is body (1).
How many recalls does the 2006 Chevrolet Express 1500 have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2006 Chevrolet Express 1500 get?
Official estimates for the 2006 Chevrolet Express 1500 range from 14 to 15 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.3L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 13 city and 18 highway.
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