BRAKE LINES THROUGH OUT TRUCK ARE ROTTING. *KB
2006 Chevrolet Silverado brakes problems
severe 313 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450
Complaints
313
Recalls
0
Crashes
15
Avg fix
$450
What owners are reporting 6 most recent
BRAKE LINE FAILURE DUE TO EXCESSIVE CORROSION AS THE LINES LAY ON THE FRAME. LUCKILY, THE BREAK WAS AT HOME AND I WAS ABLE TO GET IT INTO THE SHOP FOR REPAIR. LESS THAN A MONTH LATER, ANOTHER LINE BROKE AS I WAS PULLING INTO MY DRIVE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, HE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT STOP IMMEDIATELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THEY STATED THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE CORRODED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 52,000. …
BRAKE FAILURE WHEN STEPPING ON BRAKES ON HIGHWAY. STEEL BRAKE LINE FROM FRONT TO REAR BRAKES RUPTURED AND PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR WITH NO WARNING. FROM READING ON WEB THIS IS A COMMEND PROBLEM WITH CORROSION ON BRAKE LINES DUE TO POOR QUALITY MATERIALS USED IN MANUFACTURING. *TR
ABS BRAKES ACTIVATE AT A VERY LOW SPEED ALMOST WHEN SLOWING TO A STOP. I'M AFRAID IM GOING TO REAR END SOMEONE. DEALER CANT FIND ANY PROBLEMS. WHEN WILL THIS BE A RECALL???? *TR
LOST BRAKES WHILE DRIVING IN RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD DUE TO RUSTED BRAKE LINE. HAD IT TOWED TO MY MECHANIC WHO DID AN INSPECTION AND SAID ALL THE BRAKE LINES WERE RUSTED AT THE BRACKETS HOLDING THE LINES. MY MECHANIC IS IN THE PROCESS OF REPLACING THE BRAKE LINES. I TALKED TO SEVERAL OTHER PEOPLE WITH THE SAME YEAR TRUCK AND BOTH HAD ALSO EXPERIENCED BRAKE LINE FAILURE FROM RUST. TRUCK HAS ONLY 2…
Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado?
It's a meaningful issue. 313 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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