Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 0 | −73% | 2 | — | Average |
| 2006 | 6 | 1.8× | 1 | Engine | Average |
| 2003 | 5 | 1.4× | 1 | Engine | Average |
* Complaints compared with the median C4500 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Chevrolet C4500 problems
Latest Chevrolet C4500 recalls
Equipment › Appliance › Air conditioner
Cues, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 service vehicles built on various chassis equipped with carrier airv ceiling units, model nos. 68rv0010ba, 68rv0012ca, and 68rv0010ea. The heater element in these assemblies May be defective which could cause the unit to create smoke or sparks.
Remedy: Cues is working with carrier to remedy the affected vehicles. Repairs will be made by carrier free of charge. Please see carrier's defect report 09e-053. The safety recall began on January 5, 2010.
Trailer hitches
Knapheide is recalling 108 my 2006-2008 pro series truck beds equipped with an icc bumper which included a provision for a ball hitch. There May be an insufficient weld attaching the hitch channel to the supporting structure.
Remedy: Knapheide will offer two remedies to its customers: (1) for those customers who do not use the hitch, the hitch will be removed from the truck bed and replaced with an icc bumper; or (2) for those customers who need a…
Suspension › Rear
Certain medium duty trucks equipped with 11,000 lb. Rear axle have a condition where the rear axle anchor plate May fracture. As the anchor plate fractures, there is an audible "bang." if this indication of a condition requiring the driver's attention went unnoticed or was ignored, and under certain rebound, braking, or…
Remedy: Dealers will install a new rear axle anchor plate and spacer. Owner notification began August 16, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free…
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Chevrolet C4500 should you avoid?
None of the Chevrolet C4500 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.
What is the best year for the Chevrolet C4500?
2007 has the fewest complaints compared with other C4500 years at the same age. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Chevrolet C4500 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (6), electrical system (3) and suspension (1). Engine complaints peak in the 2003 model year.
How many recalls has the Chevrolet C4500 had?
3 recalls across 2003–2007. The model year with the most is 2007. See all Chevrolet C4500 recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.