- The problem
- Certain intermotive wheelchair lift interlock, p/no. Ilis605-h3 ilis activation kit (interlock option for gateway 401) sold for use as aftermarket for 2005 - 2008 chevy 560 (c4500 and c5500 kodiak) 6.6L diesel vehicles which a protection diode was used. The diode can be exposed to voltage spikes greater than what it can withstand. The diode could fail, which could prevent vehicle interlock operation when a wheelchair lift is deployed.
- The risk
- Should the diode fail, it will be possible to move the vehicle with the wheelchair deployed, which could result in injury to anyone using the lift.
- The fix
- Intermotive will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on november 20, 2007. Owners can contact intermotive toll-free at 1-800-969-6080. This recall only pertains to aftermarket intermotive wheelchair lifts and has no relation to any original equipment installed on chevrlot and gmc vehicles manufactured by general motors.
Vehicle safety record
2006 GMC C4500 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2006 GMC C4500 with NHTSA, most often about the brakes (1) and the engine & cooling (1). It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in January 2008 for the equipment adaptive / mobility. For comparison, the 2005 has 2 and the 2007 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical C4500 year, for its age
#286 most complained-about 2006 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2006 GMC C4500 problems
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2006 GMC C4500 recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Certain link ultraride rear air suspension systems, model 8m000070, sold for installation as aftermarket equipment on gm chassis models 4500 and 5500, ambulances and shuttle buses. The axle side lateral control bracket of the suspension has cracked in some cases.
- The risk
- If the lateral control rod bracket fractures, the handling of the vehicle will be adversely affected, including possible loss of vehicle control.
- The fix
- Link will notify owners and provide repair kits free of charge and will reimburse for labor and inspection costs. The recall began june 7, 2007. Owners can contact link toll-free at 1-800-222-6283.
What owners say
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4 complaints about the 2006 GMC C4500
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Pulling a loaded trailer up a steep grade on a major highway. Speed was approx. 40Mph. Driver hear a "clunk" noise then the low coolant light came on and then the engine temp started to rise. Pulled over and there was coolant leaking from the front of the truck. Upon further inspection the bottom radiator hose had been cut from the fan that exploded and the fan also tore the fan shroud open too. Summary- fan exploded, which ruined the fan shroud and the lower radiator hose. *Tr
One side of seat back is unhinged and the driver's back gets suddenly shifted around without warning. 2) Defroster and heating vents do not work 3) mirrors are badly corroded and unadjustable, it is owned by peapod by stop and shop and they couldn't care less about fixing this, very dangerous vehicle the parent corporation of peapod and stop and shop giant has hundreds of millions of dollars in cash laying around I might add; this horror show of a truck is located at [[redacted]]; the number on the back of the truck is 72 "seventy two". Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6).*Tr
Dt*: the contact stated when the vehicle was traveling 70 mph on clear dry road conditions, traffic stopped abruptly, which required emergency braking of the vehicle. The brakes shuddered violently. When the vehicle was taken to a service dealer, the problem was not identified, although the brakes were rebuilt. The manufacturer was not alerted.
Dt*: the contact stated while traveling no particular, the transmission downshifted into first gear. The vehicle was pulled over and the dealership sent a technician to the vehicle to deprogrammed the codes to drive the vehicle to the dealership. An internal wire harness, pins connectors, and solenoid were replaced, but the problem persisted.
GMC C4500: every year compared
All C4500 years2006 GMC C4500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 GMC C4500 | 4 | 2 | C | |
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 603 | 9 | D | Compare |
| 2006 GMC Envoy XL | 603 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 48 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2006 GMC C5500 | 1 | 4 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2006 GMC C4500
Does the 2006 GMC C4500 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 GMC C4500: equipment adaptive / mobility (January 2008); suspension (October 2007). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 GMC C4500?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the brakes (1), engine & cooling (1), seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 2006 GMC C4500 had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on November 1, 2006 and the latest on January 23, 2014. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2006 GMC C4500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 44 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical GMC C4500 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which GMC C4500 years have the most complaints?
2003 (6), 2006 (4), 2005 (2). See every GMC C4500 year compared.
What should I do if my 2006 GMC C4500 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data