2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 182 | 162 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 213 | 249 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 59,800 mi | 66,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Silverado | Chevrolet Silverado |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 83 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 62 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 48 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 19 | 4 |
| Power Train | 8 | 12 |
| Structure | 6 | 14 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 18 |
| Suspension | 15 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 68 | 6 |
| Brake problems | 15 | 0 |
| Stalling | 6 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
2006 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.