MYRModel Year Report

2005 GMC Envoy XUV

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2005 GMC Envoy XUV
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:45:30.429Z

Only 23 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 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
23

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 150 complaints 2004 2005: 23 complaints 2005 23
2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 150 complaints 2004 2005: 23 complaints 2005 23
2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 150 complaints 2004 2005: 23 complaints 2005 23

2005: 23 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
20032
2004150
200523

Known problem areas

Only 23 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Fuel system, gasoline

7 of 23 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

Show complaint excerpts

Fuel gauge stopped working and the front end sounds like its loose. I have a five year old and can;t even tell when I'm low on gas and I'm not sure what's going on with the front end.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-26

Also filed under Suspension

For the past few months when I turn on my truck the airbag light turns on and stays on for a few hours stating that it needs service. It happens every few weeks and it can be very dangerous.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-03-27

Also filed under Air bags

Electrical system

7 of 23 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

Visibility

3 of 23 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing glass, side/rear and power window devices and controls.

Show complaint excerpts

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 GMC envoy. The contact stated that the front passenger side window failed. The contact stated that he attempted to roll the window up but it would not move. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-05

Both of my windows which slide down with the push of a button do not work! They have both busted. One is stuck down. The other I have to shove up because while driving from the vibrations it falls. Very unsafe.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-03-10

Suspension

2 of 23 total reports mention: suspension.

Latches/locks/linkages

2 of 23 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages.

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
    2017-04-24Recall queryClosed 2021-03-29 Loss of Headlights

Buy-smart checklist

2005 GMC Envoy XUV — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Visibility: 3 reports on file for this year.
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FAQ

Is the 2005 GMC Envoy XUV 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 XUV?
The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 GMC Envoy XUV have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.