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2006 Chevrolet Silverado lighting problems
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Owners of the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado have filed 9 NHTSA complaints about the lighting at roughly $250 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.See lighting across all vehicles →
Complaints
9
Recalls
4
Avg fix
$250
lighting complaints on the Chevrolet Silverado, by model year
Certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash
Fix: Aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall began on august 1, 2006. Owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.
Certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles
Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during july 2006. Owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering lighting on this vehicle — documented
repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall
(it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Service Bulletin070842013Sep 2007
TURN SIGNAL IN CAMPER STYLE OUTSIDE REARVIEW MIRROR (RPO DPN) DOES NOT ILLUMINATE TURN SIGNAL FLASH (REPLACE UPPER MIRROR GLASS)
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting
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Common questions
How serious is the lighting problem on the 2006 Chevrolet Silverado?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 9 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $250 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the lighting typically fail?
Based on the 9 complaints filed, lighting issues most often appear around 65,261 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $250 for lighting 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 lighting?
Yes — 4 active recall(s) cover lighting issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Chevrolet/Silverado.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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