2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

337

Owner Complaints

19 Crashes 21 Fires

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

2

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500

The 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 has received a total of 337 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STEERING. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (52 complaints), Service Brakes (45 complaints), and Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel (43 complaints).

Recalls for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500, potentially affecting up to 1,360 vehicles.

Recall 06E010000 — STEERING

| 1,360 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN FABTECH AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT PITMAN ARMS, P/NOS. FTS71000 AND FTS71001, INSTALLED FOR USE ON CERTAIN 2001-2006 GM C/K 2500 PICK UP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE PIN LOCATED INSIDE THE PITMAN ARM CAN SHEAR OFF DUE TO A REVERSE BENDING FATIGUE CONDITION, RESULTING IN A TOTAL LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL.

Consequence: LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE CRASH WITH POTENTIAL INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy: FABTECH WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PITMAN AND IDLER ARMS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FABTECH AT 909-597-7800.

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Owner Complaints for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500

337 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Electrical System
Complaints: 52 12 Fires 1 Injury
Service Brakes
Complaints: 45 5 Crashes
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 43
Steering
Complaints: 25 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 20
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 11 2 Crashes 1 Fire
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 9 1 Crash
Tires
Complaints: 9
Air Bags
Complaints: 8 5 Crashes 8 Injuries
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 8 1 Injury
Fuel System Diesel
Complaints: 8
Power Train
Complaints: 7
Engine
Complaints: 5 2 Fires
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 5 3 Fires 1 Injury
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 5
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 4
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 4 1 Crash
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 3
Structurebody
Complaints: 3
Suspension
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Otherfuel Injection System
Complaints: 2
Power Traindriveline
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 2
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 2
Visibility
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systeminstrument Panelspeedometerodometer
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingenginediesel
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingtail Lights
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systemfuel Rail
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 1
Parking Brake
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakedrivelinehydraulichoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
Complaints: 1
Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive
Complaints: 1
Seat Belts Rearotherbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Seats
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Electric
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Boxshaft Sector
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkages
Complaints: 1
Structure
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Wheels
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 122,000. After obtaining a Carfax report, it was discovered that the mileage was 202,000.
#11666161 | TIRES | | N/A miles
I bought tires from Walmart.com website in July 15 2023 and had them installed on a 2005 Chevrolet 2500 HD pickup. This was at the Walmart Laramie store. Between that time and Fall of 2024 one of the tires had a flat and Walmart Laramie, Wy replaced it. On October 7 2024 going to Riverton, Wy. the right rear passenger tire had a blow out. This was on I-80 going west towards Rawlins. It scared the beejeezus out of my young grandchildren. Four hours later, it was replaced with the spare (I did not have a jack in the vehicle and called a tow company). I took the tire to Walmart Riverton and they told me in the tire center that the tire was too badly damaged. They wondered where I had bought the tires. I told them in Laramie at Walmart. They looked me up online and found the tires. They told me they could not replace the tire although it was under warranty. The problem was that they are car tires and not light truck tires!!! They told me to call up Laramie Walmart and the tire manager would take care of me. I went home and did so. Jackson the tire manager said he wasn't going to replace them and that it was all my fault and that I forced them to put those tires on! He lied to me about what happened with the tires and them installing them. I went back to Riverton Walmart and again talked to the tire manager (Tyrone). He said that he would talk to the store Manager and they would make it right. He said he would order the correct ones, install them and then charge the Laramie store. I'm not driving the vehicle anywhere. What can I do about it? I know nothing about tires and have never been a tire company employee. This has been going on for months. Last week the Riverton store said they could mount and balance tires for free but I would have to seek a refund from the Laramie store to reimburse me after I buy new tires for $1200. I live on Social Security of $1229 a month!! 2 of 4 tires have failed and I don't have anywhere near the 60,000 miles warranty Can you help us?
#11650627 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | | N/A miles Fire
Fuel fitting break and leak fuel everywhere I have had two of these trucks that have done this and it has made my animals sick
#11454399 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | | N/A miles Crash
I got into an accident with my 2005 chevy silverado by rear ending some one at a stop sign. I pulled up behind the vehicle and stopped to wait for them to go the it was my turn she didn't look well enough and had to hit her breaks again and so then did I but my truck did not stop in time because the breaking system delayed
#11454399 | SERVICE BRAKES | | N/A miles Crash
I got into an accident with my 2005 chevy silverado by rear ending some one at a stop sign. I pulled up behind the vehicle and stopped to wait for them to go the it was my turn she didn't look well enough and had to hit her breaks again and so then did I but my truck did not stop in time because the breaking system delayed

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Safety Rating for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500

General Motors, LLC has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

PIT4943D — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code P0442. Technician will need to review Techlink article from May 2013 titled "Using the Evaporative Emissions System Tester" Technician will need to follow these...

PIT4780N — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the 2004-2007 Parallel Hybrid Truck parts will be placed on restriction through the General Motors Technical Assistance Center. Dealer will need to contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.

NHTSA Investigations for the 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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