2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 3 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 64 |
| 1998 | 73 |
| 1999 | 81 |
| 2000 | 132 |
| 2001 | 300 |
| 2002 | 351 |
| 2003 | 449 |
| 2004 | 368 |
| 2005 | 269 |
| 2006 | 177 |
| 2007 | 204 |
| 2008 | 191 |
| 2009 | 61 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 104 |
| 2012 | 52 |
| 2013 | 51 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 175 |
| 2016 | 122 |
| 2017 | 54 |
| 2018 | 51 |
| 2019 | 72 |
| 2020 | 99 |
| 2021 | 82 |
| 2022 | 89 |
| 2023 | 42 |
| 2024 | 135 |
| 2025 | 19 |
| 2026 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
19% of complaints: electrical system — 52 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IN TOWN ON A CITY STREET AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, WITH THE AC ON AND THE BLOWER IN THE HIGH POSITION, THE BLOWER STARTED TURNING OFF INTERMITTENTLY. A SMELL OF BURNING PLASTIC WAS NOTED AND THE BLOWER COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180707
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE IN THE CARPORT FOR TWO HOURS, IT CAUGHT ON FIRE WITHOUT WARNING. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED AND THE FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED. THERE WAS PROPERTY DAMAGE TO THE HOUSE AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060925
AFTER ENTERING VEHICLE WHICH HAD BEEN PARKED FOR 2 WEEKS A HEAVY BRUNT ELECTRICAL FIRE ORDER WAS PRESENT. AT THE SAME TIME A HEAVY SMOKE LIKE HAZE WAS PRESENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20060726
17% of complaints: service brakes — 45 distinct reports on file.
CRASH16% of complaints: electrical system — 43 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: steering — 25 distinct reports on file.
CRASH7% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 20 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
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.
Campaign 06E010000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (52 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (45 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (43 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06E010000 (steering) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 2500?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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.