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2006 Sierra 1500 Long Bed Regular Cab Pickup Safety Ratings

This Reg Cab Long was tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for rollover, crash, and stability safety. How did it perform? View all available safety ratings below.
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2006 GMC Sierra 1500 Long Bed Regular Cab Pickup Crash Test Results

Rollover Ratings (5 star scale)

Rollover Resistance Rating Static Stability Factor Dynamic Test
4 of 5 1.25 No-tip

Crash Test Ratings

Frontal Impact Side Impact
Driver's Side 4 of 5 Front Occupant Not Tested
Passenger's Side 3 of 5 Rear Occupant Not Tested

Crash Test Data

Frontal Impact Head Injury Criterion Chest Deceleration Femur Load
Driver's Side 738 HIC 45g 919lbs | 977lbs
Passenger's Side 990 HIC 49g 1044lbs | 981lbs
Side Impact Thoratic Trauma Index Pelvis Deceleration
Front Occupant n/a n/a
Rear Occupant n/a n/a

2006 Sierra 1500 Long Bed Regular Cab Pickup Safety Features

• 4-Wheel ABS• Daytime Running Lights• Child Seat Lower Anchorage
• Integrated Saftey Belt• Advanced Air Bag Features• Trunk Release
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