2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
642
Owner Complaints
27 Crashes 45 Fires 2 Deaths
0
Recalls
NO ACTIVE RECALLS
3
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
The 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 has received a total of 642 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 3 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (117 complaints), Service Brakes (82 complaints), and Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel (62 complaints).
Recalls for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
642 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Electrical System
Complaints: 117
1 Crash
24 Fires
1 Injury
Service Brakes
Complaints: 82
5 Crashes
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 62
1 Crash
1 Fire
Air Bags
Complaints: 49
7 Crashes
9 Injuries
1 Death
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 41
1 Crash
1 Fire
Steering
Complaints: 33
1 Crash
2 Injuries
Engine
Complaints: 18
1 Fire
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 17
Power Train
Complaints: 13
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 11
1 Fire
Suspension
Complaints: 11
1 Crash
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 11
1 Crash
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 9
1 Fire
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 9
1 Fire
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 9
5 Fires
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 8
1 Fire
Structurebody
Complaints: 7
1 Fire
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 7
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 6
3 Fires
Equipment
Complaints: 6
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 6
Visibility
Complaints: 6
3 Fires
Wheels
Complaints: 6
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 4
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 4
Steeringgear Boxshaft Sector
Complaints: 4
1 Injury
Structure
Complaints: 4
1 Crash
Tires
Complaints: 4
Wheelshub
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Electric
Complaints: 3
1 Crash
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 3
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 3
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor
Complaints: 3
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 2
1 Crash
1 Fire
1 Death
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 2
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 2
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 2
Seat Belts
Complaints: 2
1 Crash
1 Injury
Seats
Complaints: 2
1 Crash
1 Fire
1 Injury
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 2
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfronthub
Complaints: 2
Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire
Complaints: 2
Wheelsrim
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 1
Air Bagssrs Malfunction Warning Lamplight
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 1
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 1
Equipment Adaptivemobility
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 1
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakeconventionalmechanicallinkage And Cable
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal
Complaints: 1
Power Traindriveline
Complaints: 1
1 Crash
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
Complaints: 1
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 1
Power Trainmanual Transmissionshift Pattern Indicator
Complaints: 1
Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblyseat Heatercooler
Complaints: 1
1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipwheel Speed Sensortone Ring
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
1 Crash
1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 1
1 Crash
1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 1
1 Crash
1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 1
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcables
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 1
Most Recent Complaints
The front airbag impact sensor when they stop working will not work on impact. You can get them from GMC because they stopped making them and you can not find them on the aftermarket. How can a company discontinue a safety part.
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Suspension system potentially life threatening. On [XXX] I purchased a 2005 Chevy Silverado truck from used car dealer in Tallassee, AL/$6000. Several days after driving home at Interstate speeds, I discovered extreme rust on the underside of the truck. The spare tire rim was unusable from rust and the tire hoist was rusted beyond use--I had to cut the tire hoist cable tip with a grinder and let the tire fall to the driveway. At that point, I found an extremely unsafe and dangerous defect to the truck. The top of the right rear shock absorber was not attached to the truck frame. The connector bracket had rusted completely away from the truck frame. I texted pictures and called the dealer and was told the sale was “as is”--not his problem. I asked if he inspected, or even looked at the bottom of the truck—his text reply was “I personally did not do anything other than a walk around and test drive” He later said by text he had been a used car dealer for 32 years and had an excellent reputation. Subsequent research found NHTSA-DOT’s 49 CFR Section 570.8 -Suspension Systems-- where it states “Shock absorber mountings, shackles, and U-bolts shall be securely attached.” I believe the licensed used car dealer failed to properly inspect the used truck and clearly did not identify and report to me, the buyer, hidden potential life threatening deficiencies of the suspension system and other defects that would dramatically reduce the value of the vehicle. At that point the dealer refused to answer his phone or texts. My local mechanic advised me not to use the truck and only drive it (below 45 mph) in light traffic for short drives to keep the truck running and the battery charged. I have owned vehicles for over [XXX] and have never had any problems with any of the vehicles. I am [XXX]. I reported this to the Alabama Dept of Revenue ("ALDOR" - [XXX]) 8 Apr 25 and received a confirmation of receipt. No response yet-23 Apr 25. Please help. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (F
Safety Rating for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
General Motors, LLC has issued 3 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
01-00-89-010P — EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.
02-06-01-022P — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Information on Diesel Engine Ticking Noise
PIT4780M — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Parallel Hybrid Truck (PHT) Part Restriction.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
- 2000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 729 complaints
- 2001 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 627 complaints
- 2002 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 620 complaints
- 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 959 complaints
- 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 951 complaints
- 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 (current)
- 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 462 complaints
- 2007 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 1,053 complaints
- 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 1,087 complaints
- 2009 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 553 complaints
- 2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 449 complaints
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