MYRModel Year Report

2005 Chevrolet Uplander

○ Not enough data
2005 Chevrolet Uplander
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:42:56.120Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Uplander Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 2005: 196 complaints 2005 2006: 158 complaints 2006 2007: 109 complaints 2007 2008: 118 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2009
2005: 196 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
2005196
2006158
2007109
2008118
20092

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 22%

22% of complaints: electrical system — 44 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
Show complaint excerpts

PASSENGER SIDE HEADLAMP BULB HOLDER LOOSENED AND FELL TO REST ON HEADLIGHT HOUSING MELTING THE PLASTIC AND STARTED A FIRE,MELTED WIRING HARNESS COMPLETE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY AND HEADLIGHT MOUNTING ASSEMBLY, FIRE WAS PUT OUT RIGHT AWAY COULD HAVE...

NHTSA ODI report, 20120426

STRUCTURE 14%

14% of complaints: structure — 28 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 14%

14% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 27 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 8%

8% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 16 distinct reports on file.

STRUCTURE 6%

6% of complaints: structure — 11 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
Show complaint excerpts

THE CHASSIS HAS A SERIOUS RUST ISSUE AS I'VE NEVER SEEN BEFORE. THE RUST ISSUE IS ONE THAT YOU WOULD NOT EVEN SEE ON A 60 YEAR OLD CAR. IT CAUSED THE REAR WHEEL AND ALL OF ITS COMPONENTS TO BREAK FREE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180511

PULLED DOWN ON REAR DOOR STRAP, AND ONE ATTACH BRACKET BROKE WITH RIVET STILL ATTACHED TO STRAP. THE DOWNWARD MOTION BROUGHT MY HAND ACROSS THE RIVET, RESULTING IN A HAND CUT. ONE END OF THE ATTACH RIVET IS SMOOTH AND THE OTHER END IS KNIFE SHARP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130516

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050405 — seats

ON CERTAIN MINIVANS, THE OUTBOARD RELEASE HANDLE ON THE IMPACT-SIDE SECOND-ROW BUCKET SEAT MAY BE ACTUATED AND THE REAR LATCHES MAY UNLATCH EARLY IN A SIDE IMPACT CRASH. THIS WAS DISCOVERED IN A SID

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE SEAT LATCH RELEASE HANDLE AND INSTALL A BLACK PLASTIC CAP OVER THE EXPOSED METAL STUD TO ELIMINATE THE SIDE IMPACT SAFETY CONCERN FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 5, 2

Campaign 05V061000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20051114 — parking brake

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 135, 'PASSENGER CAR BRAKE SYSTEMS.' TO MEET THE STANDARD, THE VEHICLE MUST NOT MOVE FOR

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR PARKING BRAKE LEVER SLIPPAGE AT EACH REAR BRAKE CALIPER AND REPLACE THE CALIPER IF LEVER SLIPPAGE IS IDENTIFIED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 14, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BU

Campaign 05V287000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20051129 — PE (closed 20060306)

ELECTRICAL HARNESS DAMAGE

I 20070816 — PE (closed 20071211)

POWER SLIDING DOOR OPENING

I 20071211 — EA (closed 20090223)

POWER SLIDING DOOR

R 20090223 — steering

DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEM

Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT D

Campaign 09E005000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100604 — suspension

THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.

Campaign 10V110000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Chevrolet Uplander — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (44 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (28 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (27 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V061000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 05V287000 (parking brake) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 09E005000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V110000 (suspension) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Uplander?

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

How many recalls does the 2005 Chevrolet Uplander have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

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