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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1GNFK16Z06J161653 · Checked Nov 2, 2026
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1GNFK16Z06J•••••• 2006 Chevrolet SUBURBAN 1500

This build draws 2.2× more complaints than the average 2006 Chevrolet SUBURBAN 1500 build (3 vs 1).

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25on the model
18builds in total
Most reported Latches/locks/linkages 1 Engine And Engine Cooling 1 Structure 1

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Structure Sep 2011
The contact owns a 2006 chevrolet suburban. The contact stated that the rear liftgate would not open from the interior or exterior of the vehicle. The key would also not allow the liftgate to be opened. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer nor was the manufacturer notified of…
Engine And Engine Cooling Jan 2011
We left the hotel in daytona beach and stopped for breakfast. We then were going to see the racetrack ,after going about 3 miles the "engine coolant overheating" light came on. I immediately pulled into a napa store and checked the coolant level which was normal. I changed the…
Latches/locks/linkages Sep 2005
Unable to get in to rear hatch due to a battery failure chevy has removed the key lock on the rear hatch

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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 1GNFK16Z06J161653 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.