2005 GMC Envoy XL 370
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
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- Fuel system, gasoline
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
40% of complaints
Complaints per year
2005: 104 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 104 |
| 2006 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Fuel system, gasoline
40% · 42 reportsShow complaint excerpts
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 reportsMost commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and ignition.
Show complaint excerpts
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 reportsMost commonly citing fuel gauge system.
Engine and engine cooling
9% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing exhaust system and engine.
Visibility
5% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing glass, side/rear and defroster/defogger/hvac system.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2010-01-07Defect petitionClosed 2011-05-23 Fuel Level Gauge System Failure
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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.