2005 GMC ENVOY — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
682
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
26
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2005 GMC ENVOY
The 2005 GMC ENVOY has received a total of 682 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD. 26 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Fuel System Gasoline (159 complaints), Electrical System (144 complaints), and Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel (39 complaints).
Recalls for the 2005 GMC ENVOY
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2005 GMC ENVOY, potentially affecting up to 18,917 vehicles.
Recall 07E014000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
| 308 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN MAXZONE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES, DEPO BRAND, P/NO 335-1120L-AS, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING PRODUCTION THE LAMP HOUSING SHAPE DEFORMED DISTORTING THE ASSEMBLY ANGLE OF THE REFLECTOR AND INFLUENCED THE AIMING POSITION. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED...
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: MAXZONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR ANY NONCOMPLIANT HEADLIGHTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 16, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAXZONE AT 909-822-3288.
View full details →Recall 06V417000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
| 794 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY BUILT WITH CLOTH SEATS THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC AIR BAG PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM AND LATER REUPHOLSTERED WITH AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVER KITS ARE INVOLVED. TESTING HAS INDICATED THAT THE AFTERMARKET LEATHER SEAT COVERS CAN CAUSE THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM TO MALFUNCTION.
Consequence: IF THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS, THE FRONT AIR BAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE MAY BE DISABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE ENABLED, OR ENABLED WHEN IT SHOULD BE DISABLED. IN EITHER CASE, IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THAT REQUIRES AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, A FRONT PASSENGER'S LEVEL OF INJURY MAY BE INCREASED.
Remedy: BECAUSE A REPLACEMENT LEATHER SEAT COVER THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH THE PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM IS NOT AVAILABLE, GENERAL MOTORS (GM) WILL REPURCHASE THESE VEHICLES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS STATED IN GM'S LETTER TO OWNERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER...
View full details →Recall 05V035000 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
| 17,815 vehicles affected
Defect: CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING.' THE WINDSHIELD URETHANE BEAD MAY NOT HAVE ADHERED TO THE BODY IN CERTAIN AREAS DURING THE CURE PROCESS.
Consequence: IF A CRASH OCCURS, THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE RETAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO A VEHICLE OCCUPANT.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 10, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2005 GMC ENVOY
682 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2005 GMC ENVOY. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
1) I just purchased the vehicle in Oct 2026 & 3 days after purchase, it broke down in Walmart parking lot due to, all the antifreeze pouring out. 2) December 2026 had to replace the front tires as they were stripped to the threads from rubbing against the fender wells. 3) January 2026 Wouldn’t start, wouldn’t turn over or anything. Had the ignition replaced. Ran fine for one week. 4) Currently won’t start. Broke down.
1) I just purchased the vehicle in Oct 2026 & 3 days after purchase, it broke down in Walmart parking lot due to, all the antifreeze pouring out. 2) December 2026 had to replace the front tires as they were stripped to the threads from rubbing against the fender wells. 3) January 2026 Wouldn’t start, wouldn’t turn over or anything. Had the ignition replaced. Ran fine for one week. 4) Currently won’t start. Broke down.
1) I just purchased the vehicle in Oct 2026 & 3 days after purchase, it broke down in Walmart parking lot due to, all the antifreeze pouring out. 2) December 2026 had to replace the front tires as they were stripped to the threads from rubbing against the fender wells. 3) January 2026 Wouldn’t start, wouldn’t turn over or anything. Had the ignition replaced. Ran fine for one week. 4) Currently won’t start. Broke down.
The contact owned a 2005 GMC Envoy. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, another vehicle driven by a drunk driver swerved into the front of the vehicle, causing a front collision. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact hit his face again on the steering wheel, but did not seek medical assistance. The contact's wife, who was occupying the front passenger seat and wearing a seat belt, was severely injured and was transported to the hospital by ambulance. The contact's wife was diagnosed by a trauma surgeon. The contact's wife was diagnosed with a fractured right knee cap, right ankle bone chips and ligament damage, damaged left toes, a double bone bruise in the left knee, bruised seat belt mark. The contact's wife was hospitalized for 6 days and was admitted to a rehabilitation facility for 11 days. The contact stated that his wife was currently confined to a wheelchair. The contact's wife was currently awaiting a knee replacement. The vehicle was towed and totaled. A police report was filed. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 270,000.
On steering wheel where the GMC logo is . Melted/Melting from underneath. Some type of clear color gooey. Have been told it is seal for airbag. Also none of the chimes are not working at all example * seat belts, door,blinkers,dashboard chimes *dummy lights*,along with Bose stereo. Last issues are REAR VIEW MIRROR... KEEPS FALLING OFF. have taken to dealership SEVERAL TIMES! Now they are saying that I need to contact my auto insurance provider to put in claims.
Safety Rating for the 2005 GMC ENVOY
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2005 GMC ENVOY in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2005 GMC ENVOY
General Motors, LLC has issued 26 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2005 GMC ENVOY. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PIP3330D — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information Document advises the dealer that there is a software update available for the Powertrain Control Module to address diagnostic trouble code P0171. If the software update does not correct the condition, the dociment directs the dealer to related technical servce bulletins that cover cleaning fuel injectors and...
PIP3330D — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
This Preliminary Information Document advises the dealer that there is a software update available for the Powertrain Control Module to address diagnostic trouble code P0171. If the software update does not correct the condition, the dociment directs the dealer to related technical servce bulletins that cover cleaning fuel injectors and...
G-171218 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
10054E - Special Coverage (customer co-pay discontinued). The contacts on the fuel level sensor may wear prematurely. This wear could cause the fuel gauge to read empty after filling the tank and cause the malfunction indicator light (MIL) to illuminate. As the fuel level in the tank drops, the MIL...
12-03-10-002 — EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides a description of the proper wheel installation and proper wheel torque techniques used to install wheels onto vehicles
100864002B — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides information on what should be considerd warranty damage or damage that was at fault of the cutomer and how to properly claim them on the warranty paperwork
050601022 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION ON ENGINE OIL LEAK FROM REAR OF CRANKSHAFT. *TT 05-06-01*022 SUPPLEMENT - CRANKSHAFT OIL LEAK REPAIR INSTRUMENTIONS. *TT
702 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
PROGRAMMABLE DOOR UNLOCKING MODE. OWNER'S MANUAL INCORRECT FOR THE PROGRAMMABLE UNLOCKING FEATURE ON VEHICLE WITHOUT A DIC. *TT
701 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT. GM TECH LINK. *TT
3199 — VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
REAR WIPER ARM RETAINING NUT COVER MISSING. *EH UPDATE. *TT
09282004 — VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
REAR WIPER ARM ASSEMBLIES ARE BEING REPLACED DUE TO LOOSE OR MISSING WIPER ARM NUT COVERS. *EH
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2005 GMC ENVOY
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the GMC ENVOY
- 2000 GMC ENVOY — 41 complaints
- 2001 GMC ENVOY — 10 complaints
- 2002 GMC ENVOY — 626 complaints
- 2003 GMC ENVOY — 508 complaints
- 2004 GMC ENVOY — 483 complaints
- 2005 GMC ENVOY (current)
- 2006 GMC ENVOY — 466 complaints
- 2007 GMC ENVOY — 284 complaints
- 2008 GMC ENVOY — 102 complaints
- 2009 GMC ENVOY — 25 complaints
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