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2006 Chevrolet S10: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2006 Chevrolet S10: 0 recalls, 1 owner complaint.

0vehicle recalls
1owner complaints
0mention a crash
–best combined mpg
2006 Chevrolet S10
Photo: IFCAR · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

There isn't much public data on the 2006 Chevrolet S10 yet, so we start with what helps most: the repair manual options.

Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.

Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2006 Chevrolet S10.

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Recalls

0 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Exterior lights Equipment recall #09E025000 · 2009 · 42,540 vehicles

What's wrong: Dope, Inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Why it matters: Decreased lighting visibility May result in a vehicle crash.

The fix: Dope, Inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on July 28, 2009.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Other / unknown1

What owners describe

The 2006 Chevrolet S10 has 1 owner complaints, ranking #17 of 19 S10 model years for complaints (well below the 299 average).

FAQ

Does the 2006 Chevrolet S10 have any recalls?

NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2006 Chevrolet S10, but 1 equipment or tire recalls may apply. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common 2006 Chevrolet S10 problems?

Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (1).

Where can I get a 2006 Chevrolet S10 repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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