2006 Chevrolet Suburban: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2006 Chevrolet Suburban: 1 recall, 23 owner complaints and up to 15 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #05V552000 · 2005 · 32,068 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were shipped with tire and loading information labels listing an inacccurate vehicle capacity weight.
Why it matters: A misprinted label could lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners will be provided with corrected labels and installation instructions. At the customer's option, a dealer can install the label for them. The recall began on March 31, 2006.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Body & structure (5): the most common themes are door / lock issues (3).
- Latches & locks (4): the most common themes are door / lock issues (4).
- Steering (3): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
- Stability control (3): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
The 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has 23 owner complaints, ranking #35 of 35 Suburban model years for complaints (well below the 229 average). Complaints peaked in 2011 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 90,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2005 (129 complaints, 6 recalls), 2007 (292 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 | Regular |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 14 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 | 17 | 14 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 6.0 L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 | 16 | 13 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2006 Chevrolet Suburban have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2006 Chevrolet Suburban problems?
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are body & structure (5), latches & locks (4), steering (3).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Chevrolet Suburban get?
EPA ratings run up to 15 mpg combined (5.3 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2006 Chevrolet Suburban repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.