The 2006 GMC W4500 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Diesel (1 report).
2006 GMC W4500 recalls
Fuel Tank May Corrode and Leak, Creating Fire Risk
The fuel tank on these trucks may corrode over time and develop leaks.
Most common 2006 GMC W4500 problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
HELLO I HAVE HAD SEVERAL RECURRING ISSUES WITH MY FUEL PUMP SYSTEM. I HAVE HAD ONE ACTUAL FUEL LINE BREAK IN HALF AND POUR DIESEL OUT WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. ALSO THE FUEL PUMP ON THE VEHICLE HAS COME A LOOSE FROM THE ENGINE TWICE BREAKING THE FOUR LUG NUTS THAT HOLD THE FUEL PUMP TO THE ENGINE, WHICH ALSO CAUSED FUEL TO LEAK. *TR
TRUCK IS WARMING UP VERY EASY AND THE ALARM IS TURNING ON AFTER DRIVE COUPLE MILES. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 GENERAL MOTOR COMPANY W4500. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE CONTACT NOTICED THERE WAS DIESEL FUEL LEAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC AND WHO CONFIRMED THAT THE FUEL PUMP FAILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THE VIN DID NOT QUALIFY FOR NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER :08V251000(FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 155,000.
2006 GMC W4500 questions
Does the 2006 GMC W4500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2006 GMC W4500: Fuel Tank May Corrode and Leak, Creating Fire Risk; Engine And Engine Cooling; Fuel System, Diesel. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 GMC W4500?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Diesel (1), Electrical System (1), Fuel/Propulsion System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 GMC W4500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.