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2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 repairs by problem area
Engine (30%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (24%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (8%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 79 repairs.
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (25%)
$100 - $499 (50%)
< $100 (25%)
Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 67000 mi | Transmission shifts extremely hard into second from first and from second into first. Told to monitor the problem and if it gets worse or I can't stand it any longer, then bring it back and mechanic would replace shift solenoid. |
| 72000 mi US $500 |
Transmission shifting hard between 1 and 2. Previous mechanic performed 50k transmission service and replaced fluid with full synthetic. Current mechanic replaced fluid 10k miles later with original fluid. Transmission shifts smooth now. |
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 59000 mi US $100 |
Differential had to be replaced. The clicking was witnessed by a mechanic. |
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 5.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 105770 mi US $2231 |
Replaced transmission and starter |
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 67000 mi | Dealer mechanic noticed the axle seals, transmission cooling lines, and engine cooling lines were all leaking. Replaced under extended certified warranty. |
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 204000 mi US $400 |
Replace transmission cooler return line |
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
285-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 179812 mi US $400 |
Transmission would not go into Park, even though the selector was put in park. Vehicle would roll when in Park position. Technician found broken/frayed shift cables and replaced them. |
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2-door
8-cylinder automatic 4WD
| 34000 mi US $450 |
Rotted out transmission cooler lines. |
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