2006 Chevrolet Uplander: sudden loss of power

5 of the 158 complaints about the 2006 Chevrolet Uplander describe sudden loss of power.

owner complaints: 5
of this car's complaints: 3%
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 94 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Sudden loss of power by model year

2009
1
2008
7
2007
3
2006
5
2005
1

What owners say

Filed Jan 10, 2022 · Transmission · PA

While driving on highway, car suddenly shifted into neutral and I was unable to get it back in gear. Garage said it needs a new transmission. I was almost hit from car behind because I suddenly had lose of power. No warning lights or any issues indicating something was wrong prior to this incident. Vehicle is available for inspection

Filed Jan 6, 2011 · Fuel system · 99,841 miles · VA

I was exiting the interstate and began to lose power; I had 1/4 tank of gas and my car stalled on the exit ramp, but I managed to coast the side of the road.I was told after having my car towed that I may be out of gas so I put gas in the automobile and after several tries it restarted finally....now I'm having a problem with gasoline fumes entering the automobile cabin. (this was the fourth time that my car has stalled).

Filed Nov 20, 2008 · Fuel system · 41,074 miles · GA

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander. The contact stated that the fuel gauge indicated that no fuel was present while driving downhill. The failure occurred when the fuel tank was full. The dealer stated that there was no remedy for the failure. They further stated that the vehicle could run out of gasoline while driving downhill and then shut off. In addition, the vehicle would lose power steering and braking ability. The failure mileage was 41,074.

Filed Apr 11, 2008 · Steering, Suspension · 23,080 miles · NJ

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet uplander. While driving at any speed or in reverse, the steering feels as if it has lost power. While driving 5 MPH, the contact heard a banging sound in the transmission, and the vehicle accelerated when the brake pedal was released. The dealer stated that the front passenger and driver side stabilizer shaft links were prematurely worn. The current mileage was 23,116 and failure mileage was 23,080.

Filed Nov 20, 2007 · Electrical · 1,000 miles · WI

Exterior and interior lights as well as the blower fan lose power which makes the lights dim and the blower slow down. Dealer installed a capacitor and positive battery cable shielding as per their bulletin, but this did not correct the problem. I don't believe this should be considered a normal characteristic as I have been told by the service manager on several occasions. I am afraid that one day it will totally lose power.