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2006 Chevrolet Avalanche repairs by problem area

Engine (20%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (25%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (35%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (0%)

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2006 Chevrolet Avalanche repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (5%)

$100 - $499 (42%)

< $100 (53%)

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Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Chevrolet Avalanche

Engine not specified

Chevrolet Avalanche in Ontario, Canada
Jul 2015 - Sep 2015
Jul 2015

99200 mi

C $1
Service air bags message on panel keeps coming on and off repeatedly. Wire condensation repair did not fix problem. 
Aug 2015

99500 mi
Still issues getting "Service Airbag" on council. Took to different mechanic, one I trust, and no matter what he tried, the "fix" only lasted until the time I got home. Very frustrating, to say the least. 

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2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 4dr SUT

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

Chevrolet Avalanche in Texas, United States
Jun 2011 - Apr 2013
Sep 2011

93000 mi

US $150
Seat heater comes on by itself. April 2012 update: has started doing it again recently. 
Chevrolet Avalanche in Indiana, United States
Apr 2013 - May 2018
Nov 2013

49000 mi

US $420
Abs and traction control lights on. Replaced left front hub assembly. 
Jun 2014

49000 mi

US $325
Windshield wipers were working sporadically. Replaced the multi function switch Wipers still working sporadically, tightened wires leading to fuse box, appears to have resolved the problem. 
May 2017

60300 mi

US $575
Found tie-rod on driver's side. Replaced and aligned. 

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2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 4dr SUT

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

Chevrolet Avalanche in Manitoba, Canada
- Apr 2009
Apr 2009

42160 mi
Driver side power window 
Chevrolet Avalanche in California, United States
Feb 2017 - Apr 2017
Apr 2017

121000 mi

US $362
Needed new shocks 
Chevrolet Avalanche in Montana, United States
- Jan 2008
Jan 2008

31000 mi
replaced panels that sit over truck bed - warped - covered under warranty 
Chevrolet Avalanche in California, United States
Dec 2015 - Jul 2018
Jan 2016

US $250
Throttle position sensor was not working. Avalanche had no power after starting. 
Aug 2016

121000 mi

US $350
Fix oil pan leak 
Jul 2018

130000 mi

US $60
Sensor out 
Chevrolet Avalanche in Ontario, Canada
Sep 2012 - May 2016
Sep 2014

107260 mi

C $300
brake calipers siezed 
Jan 2016

136700 mi

C $200
front passenger sensor had no output. replaced the sensor. traction control & ABS were sporadic 
Mar 2016

138260 mi

C $60
Problem returned two weeks later. Traction control activating when leaving full stop. Removed and cleaned driver side wheel speed sensor. 
May 2016

138260 mi

C $80
pitman arm & stabilizer arm, wear was minor & not noticeable but required to pass certification to sell the truck. 
Chevrolet Avalanche in Ohio, United States
Aug 2011 - Jul 2018
Sep 2016

122000 mi

US $10
drain caused by damaged wiring harness, draining battery over eight hour period 
Jul 2018

135000 mi

US $80
brake lines are breaking under heavy use.. at the worst possible moment.. 
Chevrolet Avalanche in Washington, United States
- Jan 2007
Jan 2007

2569 mi
Fuel Light 

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