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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1GCEK19B76Z186098 · Checked Sep 30, 2026
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1GCEK19B76Z•••••• 2006 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500

This build draws 1.8× more complaints than the average 2006 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 build (3 vs 2).

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309on the model
184builds in total
Most reported Service Brakes 3 Hydraulic 2

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Service Brakes Jun 2015
The contact owns a 2006 chevrolet silverado. While driving at approximately 50 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond without warning. After the brakes were applied continuously, the speed reduced to 10 mph. The vehicle came to a complete stop when the…
Service Brakes Jan 2007
Purchased 2006 chevrolet silverado 1/2 ton pickup truck new. At 2400 miles, I started experiencing a pulsating in the brakes that created a severe shimmy in the steering wheel when the brakes became warm. The dealer resurfaced the two front rotors. The problem continued. At 6500…
Service Brakes Nov 2006
Rear brake cylinder failed, resulting in total brake failure. Per dealership this was caused by worn brakes. Vehicle only has 25k miles

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1GCEK19B76Z186098 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.