MYRModel Year Report

2005 GMC Envoy

◆ Worse than typical
2005 GMC Envoy
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
488
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2005

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

38% of complaints

Complaints per year

1995: 1 complaint 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 19 complaints 1999: 9 complaints 1999 2000: 22 complaints 2001: 5 complaints 2001 2002: 487 complaints 2003: 393 complaints 2003 2004: 367 complaints 2005: 488 complaints 2005 488 2006: 352 complaints 2007: 219 complaints 2007 2008: 77 complaints 2009: 17 complaints 2009
1995: 1 complaint 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 19 complaints 1998 1999: 9 complaints 1999 2000: 22 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2001 2002: 487 complaints 2002 2003: 393 complaints 2003 2004: 367 complaints 2004 2005: 488 complaints 2005 488 2006: 352 complaints 2006 2007: 219 complaints 2007 2008: 77 complaints 2008 2009: 17 complaints 2009
1995: 1 complaint 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1996 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 19 complaints 1998 1999: 9 complaints 1999 2000: 22 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2001 2002: 487 complaints 2002 2003: 393 complaints 2003 2004: 367 complaints 2004 2005: 488 complaints 2005 488 2006: 352 complaints 2006 2007: 219 complaints 2007 2008: 77 complaints 2008 2009: 17 complaints 2009

2005: 488 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19951
19962
19971
199819
19999
200022
20015
2002487
2003393
2004367
2005488
2006352
2007219
200877
200917

Known problem areas

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

Electrical system

38% · 184 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and switch.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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The driver side window control caught fire, while the vehicle was sitting overnight. It was sitting by itself without reason to catch fire, but it did burn inside the driver side door.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-06

Electrical fire appear to have started under dash on the right side where thr blower motor is located.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-18

Unknown All the cluster panels quite working. RPM, Speed, Oil, Water, Gas shows always empty. Danger because have to guess my speed and never know if I have enough gas, oil, or water in my car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-02

Fuel system, gasoline

34% · 165 reports

Most commonly citing fuel pump and delivery.

CRASHFIREDEATH

Exterior lighting

10% · 48 reports

Most commonly citing headlights and flasher unit.

Fuel system, other

8% · 41 reports

Most commonly citing fuel gauge system.

Fuel/propulsion system

6% · 30 reports
CRASHFIREINJURY
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Vehicle was stationary and in drive when it had a uncontrolled acceleration resulting in a collision with a garage where it was being parked. Extensive damage resulted to the home and vehicle. No injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-31

Also filed under Engine and vehicle speed control

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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    2005Complaint volume 488 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. R
    2005-03-10Visibility05V035000 Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 212, 'windshield mounting.' the windshield urethane bead may not have adhered to…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the windshield free of charge. The recall began on March 10, 2005. Owners may contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2006-11-06Air bags06V417000 Certain vehicles originally built with cloth seats that were equipped with an automatic air bag passenger sensing system and later reupholstered with aftermarket leather seat cover kits are involved.

    Remedy: Because a replacement leather seat cover that is compatible with the passenger sensing system is not available, General Motors (GM) will repurchase these vehicles in accordance with the terms stated…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2007-02-16Exterior lighting07E014000 Certain maxzone headlight assemblies, depo brand, p/no 335-1120L-as, sold for use as aftermarket equipment for the above listed passenger vehicles. During production the lamp housing shape deformed…

    Remedy: Maxzone will notify owners and offer reimbursement for any noncompliant headlights. The recall began on February 16, 2007. Owners may contact maxzone at 909-822-3288.

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    2010-01-07Defect petitionClosed 2011-05-23 Fuel Level Gauge System Failure
  6. I
    2017-04-24Recall queryClosed 2021-03-29 Loss of Headlights

Buy-smart checklist

2005 GMC Envoy — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 184 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 165 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 48 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 05V035000 · Visibility
  • Recall 06V417000 · Air bags
  • Recall 07E014000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2005 GMC Envoy reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2005 GMC Envoy is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2005 GMC Envoy?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 GMC Envoy have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.