2006 Chevrolet Tahoe Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
BestComplaint Index
0/100
#21 most-complained of 21 Tahoe years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe has 114 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 0 out of 100 — #21 highest of 21 Tahoe model years (verdict: Best). The most reported problem area is structure & body (44 complaints, 39% of the total). Complaints report 4 crashes, 4 fires, and 2 injuries.
- Complaints
- 114
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 4 / 4
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 15
- 13 city / 18 hwy
Top 2006 Chevy Tahoe problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Structure & Body44 (39%)
- Electrical System25 (22%)
- Brakes18 (16%)
- Transmission & Powertrain8 (7%)
- Airbags7 (6%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires7 (6%)
- Engine6 (5%)
- Fuel System6 (5%)
- Other5 (4%)
- Steering5 (4%)
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 14V070000Feb 11, 2014Electrical System22 vehicles
Electrical system
Monroe Truck Equipment (Monroe) is recalling certain model year 2006, 2008 and 2009 Chevrolet C7500 vehicles, 2005-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles, and 2009 Ford F-350, and F-450 vehicles, equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Risk: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Monroe will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2014. Owners may contact Monroe at 1-608-328-8127.
- NHTSA 05V552000Dec 7, 2005Other32,068 vehicles
Equipment:other:labels
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.
Risk: 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.
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, hummer at 1-800-732-5493, pontiac at 1-800-620-7668, saturn at 1-800-972-8876, or isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.
- NHTSA 05V455000Oct 5, 2005Steering123,592 vehicles
Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a power steering hose that is not to specification. Under extreme steering maneuvers, such as turning the steering wheel fully to the left or right while braking, the hose may fracture and leak fluid.
Risk: If this were to occur, power steering assist would be lost and increased steering effort would be required. On vehicles equipped with hydro-boost power brakes, it could also result in loss of power brake assist and increased braking effort would be required. If the power steering fluid spray were to spray onto hot engine parts, an engine compartment fire could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the power steering hose(s) for two suspect date codes and replace them if required. The recall will begin on october 14, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463, buick at 1-866-608-8080, cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, or hummer at 1-800-732-5493.
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 13 MPG
- Highway
- 18 MPG
- Combined
- 15 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $4,300
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2006 compared with other Tahoe years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe ranks #21 of 21 among Tahoe model years (Complaint Index 0/100, verdict: Best). It has 114 complaints and 3 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe?
- The most reported problem areas are structure & body (44 complaints), electrical system (25 complaints), and brakes (18 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 75,123 miles.
- Does the 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe, most recently reported 2014, covering electrical system, other, and steering.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe?
- EPA rates the 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe at 15 MPG combined (13 city / 18 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,300. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.