2006 GMC Sierra 1500 GMC Sierra 1500 2006

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2006 GMC Sierra 1500 repairs by problem area

Engine (17%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (27%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (2%)

Chart based on 52 repairs.
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2006 GMC Sierra 1500 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (22%)

$100 - $499 (22%)

< $100 (56%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

80000 mi

US $560
Antifreeze leaking of back side of water pump; water pump replaced 
70000 mi

US $657
leaking water pump 

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2006 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed

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

101560 mi Some type of seal or gasket was replace in the manifold/ exhaust system.  

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2006 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

22940 mi Replace water pump 
23560 mi Brought to shop for overheating issue. They found no problem after trying it numerous times. 
24180 mi

C $100
Replaced thermostat and coolant. 
37200 mi Leaking engine oil cooler lines. 

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2006 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD

122300 mi

US $330
Vent Sensor replaced... 1st real work on truck other than basic maintenance in 7 years and 90k+ miles. 

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2006 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed

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

88000 mi oil lines to cooler leaking 

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2006 GMC Sierra 1500 Engine Problems

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