2005 GMC Envoy XL 370

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2005 GMC Envoy XL 370
RENDERED 2026-11-01T11:41:15.293Z

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.

Complaints
104
Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

40% of complaints

Complaints per year

2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 7 complaints 2003 2004: 7 complaints 2004 2005: 104 complaints 2005 104 2006: 5 complaints 2006
2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 7 complaints 2003 2004: 7 complaints 2004 2005: 104 complaints 2005 104 2006: 5 complaints 2006
2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 7 complaints 2003 2004: 7 complaints 2004 2005: 104 complaints 2005 104 2006: 5 complaints 2006

2005: 104 complaints

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YearComplaints
20021
20037
20047
2005104
20065

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel system, gasoline

40% · 42 reports
CRASH
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Vehicle completely lost power on congested freeway resulting in rear end crash.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-08-27

Fuel gauge does not work. I will fill up the tank and turn on the car and it reads low fuel and the indicator light comes on. Then I can be driving and it will jump up to past 1/4 tank then slowly go down to e and read low fuel.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-29

Electrical system

28% · 29 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and ignition.

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The speed control needle was stuck between 60-120MPH on 05-05-2012. Now 05-09-2012 the speed control needle is stuck at 120MPH and does not return to 0MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-08

Also filed under Air bags

Fuel system, other

10% · 10 reports

Most commonly citing fuel gauge system.

Engine and engine cooling

9% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing exhaust system and engine.

Visibility

5% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing glass, side/rear and defroster/defogger/hvac system.

INJURY

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2010-01-07Defect petitionClosed 2011-05-23 Fuel Level Gauge System Failure
  2. I
    2011-04-25Preliminary evaluationClosed 2011-09-23 Fuel level gauge system failure

Buy-smart checklist

2005 GMC Envoy XL 370 — pre-purchase inspection

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  • Fuel system, gasoline: 42 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 29 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, other: 10 reports on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 2005 GMC Envoy XL 370 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 GMC Envoy XL 370?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 GMC Envoy XL 370 have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.