Three problems related to service brakes have been reported for the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 based on all problems reported for the 2006 Silverado 3500.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. While driving up a mountain at approximately 30 mph, the steering wheel turned in the opposite direction of the intended turn. As a result, the vehicle wandered off the road uncontrollably. There was also a loss of braking ability; however, the vehicle eventually came to a stop after applying the brake pedal numerous times. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the intermediate shaft bolts fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 308,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. While driving at approximately between 25-30 mph, the contact engaged the brake pedal with an extremely long delayed response time. The vehicle had not been repaired or diagnosed at the time of the complaint. The contact had concern of the potential safety risk. The failure mileage was 65,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. In an attempt to drive the vehicle, the contact discovered that there were no power steering or brakes. The dealer has been notified. The current and failure mileages were 43,395. Updated 01-30-08. Updated 01/30/08.