2006 Chevrolet Silverado: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed May 14, 2015 · Brakes, Wheels · 107,000 miles · AK

My left front wheel hub assembly failed while driving. Brake system was compromised. I was able to pull over and stop safely, but brakes did not respond as they should. Moreover, there was no indication that the wheel bearing was failing, and I am quite aware of what this sounds like because this will be the fourth time I have replaced the wheel hub assembly on the left side. I have replaced the right hub assembly twice. In all previous times, I heard a slight whirling noise or at worse slight grinding, which would lead me to inspection and replacement before failure. This time it failed without any warning. I believe gm has made a serious design and/or quality error in this truck. This should be investigated because this is a common problem.

Filed Jun 1, 2011 · Suspension · 68,000 miles · IA

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that while driving he heard a very loud grinding noise in the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the front passenger side wheel bearing was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 71,000.

Filed May 24, 2011 · Suspension · 25,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 gmc sierra 2500. While driving approximately 75 MPH, the contact heard a popping sound while turning the steering wheel and an abnormal grinding sound while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the front driver side hub was replaced. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 25,000.

Filed Mar 9, 2010 · Steering · TX

Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) we have a 2006 silverado chevrolet truck [xxx] . There has been a squeaking in the steering-wheel column, and the car is becoming increasingly difficult to steer. A mechanic found that the inner tie rods need to be replaced and a part of the steering column needs to be replaced. A local dealership says, "there is no recall" even though there was an earlier recall on chevrolet-truck steering systems. The manufacturer instructed us to get in touch with you. Please let us know how to proceed. Thank you.

Filed Dec 29, 2009 · Brakes, Suspension · 48,985 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado. While driving 50 MPH he heard a grinding sound from the front-end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and he was advised that the hub and bearing assembly failed. The vehicle was repaired at an expense of $432.41. The failure mileage was 48985. The current mileage was 49000. Updated 01/29/10.*lj the consumer stated when the grinding started, the vehicle pulled to the right. Also, the ABS activated under normal driving conditions. Updated 01/29/10.

Filed Apr 13, 2006 · Body, Seats · 2,800 miles · NY

Dt*: the contact stated the driver's side door made a rattling noise and shook while driving various speeds on bumpy road conditions. Also, the driver's seat made a squeaking noise. The dealer inspected the vehicle, but could not determine the problem.