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NHTSA model-year recall report

2006 Chevrolet C8500 Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Jul 13, 2006

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What the record says

This model year's count is equal to the Chevrolet C8500 average of 1.0 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Parking Brake › Conventional › Air, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2006 Chevrolet C8500 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 06V254000

Parking Brake › Conventional › Air

Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Reported Jul 13, 2006

What is recalled

CERTAIN MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED SR-7 BENDIX BRAKE VALVES, THE CHECK VALVE INSIDE THE VALVE CAVITY MAY NOT PROPERLY SET, CAUSING INTERNAL AIR LEAKAGE. IF THE CHECK VALVE DOES NOT PROPERLY SEAT, THE RESULTING LEAKAGE CAN CAUSE A DELAY IN THE APPLICATION OF THE SPRING BRAKES TO PARK THE VEHICLE AFTER OPERATOR PULLS THE DASH VALVE BUTTON.

Safety consequence

THE DELAYED PARKING BRAKE APPLICATION CAN OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING, LEADING TO UNINTENDED VEHICLE ROLLAWAY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VALVES AND REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463, OR ISUZU AT 1-800-255-6727.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2006 Chevrolet C8500 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2006 Chevrolet C8500 have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2006 Chevrolet C8500. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2006 Chevrolet C8500?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology