Ignition Switch problems of the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado

Four problems related to ignition switch have been reported for the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado based on all problems reported for the 2006 Colorado.

1 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 12/16/2013

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and the pass lock and battery warning indicators illuminated. After the pass lock reset, it took several attempts for the vehicle to restart. The dealer stated that the crank sensor and ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failures persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 79,000.

2 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 12/04/2013

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that when the ignition switch was turned into the on position, the vehicle would make an igniting noise but would not start. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 47,000.

3 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 10/11/2012

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. While driving 25 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact coasted over to the side of the road and was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the ignition switch was replaced. In addition, the passenger seat belt warning light would remained illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

4 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 09/10/2012

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the ignition switch on four different occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.




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