2005 Chevrolet Express 2500

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2005 Chevrolet Express 2500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:28:35.807Z

Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Express 2500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2002: 1 complaints 2002 2003: 12 complaints 2004: 8 complaints 2004 2005: 9 complaints 2005 2006: 13 complaints 2006 2007: 7 complaints 2008: 7 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 7 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2023: 1 complaints 2023
2005: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
19983
19990
20002
20012
20021
200312
20048
20059
200613
20077
20087
20092
20107
20113
20231

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

TIRES

2 of 9 total reports mention: tires.

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CATASTROPHIC SIDEWALL FAILURE IN TIRE WHILE TRAVELING IN TRAFFIC AT 50MPH. DRIVER SIDE REAR TIRE COMPLETELY FAILED AND UPON REMOVAL- NOTICED SIDEWALL SPLIT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20150714

STRUCTURE

2 of 9 total reports mention: structure.

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VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR INSPECTION AND FAILED DUE TO THE TRANSMISSION CROSS MEMBER RUSTING OUT. IT IS 7 YEARS OLD BUT HAS LOW MILEAGE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130905

SUSPENSION

1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.

CRASH FIRE
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THE LEFT FRONT WHEEL BEARING CAME APART WITH ONLY 45,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. I WAS ON I-40 IN A 70 MPH ZONE I WAS VERY LUCKY THAT THE VAN DID NOT ROLL OVER. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20080325

STRUCTURE

1 of 9 total reports mentions: structure.

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PASSENGER SIDE DOUBLE DOOR HINGES GOT SO TIGHT THAT THEY SNAPPED THE HINGE. NO LUBE WOULD LOOSEN PRIOR TO BREAKING. THIS WEEK THE RIGHT DOOR EXACT SAME THING. HINGE SNAPPED. THE ORIGINAL HINGES ARE DEFECTIVE AND ARE UNABLE TO BE LUBED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130726

SEAT BELTS

1 of 9 total reports mentions: seat belts.

CRASH INJURY

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Chevrolet Express 2500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for tires issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2005 Chevrolet Express 2500 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chevrolet Express 2500?

The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Chevrolet Express 2500 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.