2006 Chevrolet Avalanche Chevrolet Avalanche 2006

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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 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (67%)

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Chart based on 6 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

99200 mi

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

93000 mi

US $150
Seat heater comes on by itself. April 2012 update: has started doing it again recently. 
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. 

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2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 4dr SUT

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

42160 mi Driver side power window 
122000 mi

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

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2006 Chevrolet Avalanche Electrical Problems

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