Most common 2006 GMC C5500 problems
Share of the 1 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
GMC C5500 complaints by model year
2006 GMC C5500 recalls (2)
Equipment
Creative Bus Sales, Inc is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Chevrolet and GMC C5500, and Ford E450, and Econoline 350 vehicles equipped with Braun wheelchair lifts. Over time, or with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier of the lifts may become bent or misaligned.
Remedy: Braun is conducting this recall on behalf of Creative Bus Sales. Braun will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2012.
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…
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2006 GMC C5500:
Engine Cooling Fan Fracture
Past recalls and complaint experience indicate that the disintegration of vehicular components (not necessarily limited to fan blade assemblies) rotating at or near engine speeds can pose a hazard to individuals in proximity to the affected vehicle.This risk has frequently prompted responsive corrective field actions.This investigation (PE10-049) has not identified any (a) fatalities; (b) injuries; and/or (c)…
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2006 GMC C5500 a good car?
That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. So far owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 GMC C5500?
The engine & cooling — 1 complaint, 100% of all complaints for this model year.
How many recalls does the 2006 GMC C5500 have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2006 GMC C5500, the most recent from December 12, 2012 (equipment). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do 2006 GMC C5500 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 24,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.