Big problem with light switch, the one from factory melted, at the time I did not know about the recall. The replacement melted to. At that time I did found out about the recall for this cars regarding that problem, the dealer did not help whit the problem despite I took documentation about the problem and what the factory was doing about it. Please can you help me so the dealership at leas change the light switch. At the moment I am not using the switch , I came up with an alternative. Thank you.
The worst 2006 Chevrolet Optra problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Lights1
- Steering1
Problems by type
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- Lights1
- Steering1
Recalls 2
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles located in guam and saipan, the headlamp low beam or daytime running light (drl) function may be inoperative due to a melted splice pack (s201) on the ip harness.
- Risk
- Inadequate lighting could reduce visibility of the vehicle increasing the rick of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will change the headlamp low beam splicing type and separate it from splice pack 201 to protect housing melting due to potential poor contact. The recall began on january 2, 2008. Owners may contact gm daewoo at 1‑671‑648‑8453.
Recall number 07V482000 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
- What is wrong
- Certain vehicles located in guam and saipan were built with a seat belt buckle with an improper ultrasonic weld of the spring rib and fixation rib of buckle undercover in both front seat belts. A spring rib or fixation rib could break and remain inside the buckle, and the seat belt tongue may not be inserted into the buckle, or the push button may become stuck, resulting in an occupant not being able to unlatch the buckle.
- Risk
- These buckle malfunctions could prevent a person from using the seat belt system, and risk of injury to an unbelted person in a crash would be increased.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front seat belt buckle. The recall began on january 2, 2008. Owners may contact gm daewoo at 1‑671‑648‑8453.
Recall number 07V328000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Chevrolet Optra 312
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 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...
- This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as...
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS)...
What 2006 Chevrolet Optra owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Constant clunking in steering whenever turning...... Suppose to be gm certified car which absolutely means nothing.. Within a year of dealership declaring this to be gm certified, everything seemed to fall apart. I had to replace the intermediate steering shaft, part was $120 and labor was $70. Also valve in gas tank bad, check engine light which also cost money, money, money. Thanks gm, I will be sure to buy another impala or any other gm product. Time to go toyota or hyuandi.
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Questions about the 2006 Chevrolet Optra
Is the 2006 Chevrolet Optra reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2006 Chevrolet Optra, close to a typical Optra model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Chevrolet Optra?
Lights, with 1 complaint. Next is steering (1).
How many recalls does the 2006 Chevrolet Optra have?
2 recalls, covering exterior lighting and seat belts.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Chevrolet Optra lights?
Yes, 1 recall: 07V482000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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