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2006 · Ford

Ford GT problems

1 critical safety recall on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 5 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.

2006 Ford GT
Photo: Jiří Sedláček / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · representative photo of the Ford GT
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Limited NHTSA data — only 5 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 1 active recall on file.

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Should you avoid this 2006 GT?
Not enough data for a verdict

Only 5 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first.

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Top trouble spots 1 category with 3+ complaints

airbags
4 reports · avg $1,100
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2006 GT · airbags
Takata recall I received a recall NHTSA 17v-024 Ford recall 17s01 on march 2017 for the passenger airbag after waiting 1 year for the driver's side.Ford advised me today that the parts may be available in spring of 2018. I'll be waiting over a year .I want the airbag removed…
2006 GT · suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Ford gt. The contact was traveling 65 MPH making a left turn when the contact lost control of the vehicle after driving over a speed bump. The vehicle spun around in a circle after the failure. The contact did not experience a crash. The vehicle was…
07/23/2012 · at 1,900 mi · NHTSA ODI #10467042.0
2006 GT · airbags
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2006 Ford gt. The contact stated that the recall repair had been performed concerning the front driver and passenger side air bags. A month later, the contact received a notice for NHTSA campaign number: 16v384000 (air bags). The dealer (san…
2006 GT · airbags
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2006 Ford gt. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v319000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time as the recall…
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

critical NHTSA 14V787000 December 12, 2014

Ford Motor Company, (Ford) is conducting a regional recall for certain model year 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in geographic locations associated with high absolute humidity

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger’s frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inflators in all affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall began January 30, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S28. NOTE: This recall supersedes, in part, safety recall 14V-343 as to the front passenger air bag inflators only. The driver's air bag inflators will continue to be addressed by that recall.

Under investigation 1 open at NHTSA

EA Air Bags › Frontal · opened February 2015

NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA15001 on NHTSA →

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Common questions

Is the 2006 Ford GT reliable?

Limited NHTSA data. Only 5 owner complaints have been filed for the 2006 Ford GT, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.

Should you avoid the 2006 Ford GT?

Only 5 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 1 active recall above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2006 Ford GT without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.

What should I check before buying a used 2006 Ford GT?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2006 Ford GT to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.

Is the 2006 Ford GT a good used car to buy?

Hard to say from federal data alone — only 5 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2006 Ford GT?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 4 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Ford GT has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2006 Ford GT?

Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 5 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 20 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Ford/GT. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Ford. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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