2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 316 | 182 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 365 | 213 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,060 mi | 59,800 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Silverado | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 61 | 83 |
| Electrical System | 64 | 14 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 26 | 19 |
| Air Bags | 28 | 11 |
| Power Train | 29 | 8 |
| Suspension | 19 | 15 |
| Steering | 24 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 54 | 68 |
| Brake problems | 14 | 15 |
| Stalling | 13 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 5 |
| Clunking / rattling | 13 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
2005 Chevrolet Silverado
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.