2006 GMC C4500 Recalls
No NHTSA recalls on record for the 2006 GMC C4500. That means NHTSA has no open safety campaign for this vehicle — it does not guarantee the absence of problems. Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the engine. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Complaints by component
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.
“Pulling a loaded trailer up a steep grade on a major highway. Speed was approx. 40mph. Driver hear a "clunk" noise then the low coolant light came on and then the engine temp started to rise. Pulled over and there was coolant leaking from the front of the truck. Upon further inspection the bottom…”
“One side of seat back is unhinged and the driver's back gets suddenly shifted around without warning. 2) defroster and heating vents do not work 3) mirrors are badly corroded and unadjustable, it is owned by peapod by stop and shop and they couldn't care less about fixing this, very dangerous…”
“One side of seat back is unhinged and the driver's back gets suddenly shifted around without warning. 2) defroster and heating vents do not work 3) mirrors are badly corroded and unadjustable, it is owned by peapod by stop and shop and they couldn't care less about fixing this, very dangerous…”
“Dt*: the contact stated when the vehicle was traveling 70 mph on clear dry road conditions, traffic stopped abruptly, which required emergency braking of the vehicle. The brakes shuddered violently. When the vehicle was taken to a service dealer, the problem was not identified, although the brakes…”
“Dt*: the contact stated while traveling no particular, the transmission downshifted into first gear. The vehicle was pulled over and the dealership sent a technician to the vehicle to deprogrammed the codes to drive the vehicle to the dealership. An internal wire harness, pins connectors, and…”
Defect investigations
Engine Cooling Fan Fracture
Past recalls and complaint experience indicate that the disintegration of vehicular components (not necessarily limited to fan blade assemblies) rotating at or near engine speeds can pose a hazard to individuals in proximity to the affected vehicle.This risk has frequently prompted responsive corrective field…
Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2006 GMC C4500 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.