MYRModel Year Report

2005 GMC Envoy

◆ Worse than typical
2005 GMC Envoy
BUILT 2026-09-02

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, GMC Envoy Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 highlighted. 1995: 1 complaints 1995 1996: 2 complaints 1997: 1 complaints 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 2006: 352 complaints 2007: 218 complaints 2007 2008: 77 complaints 2009: 17 complaints 2009
2005: 488 complaints
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YearComplaints
19951
19962
19971
199819
19999
200022
20015
2002487
2003393
2004367
2005488
2006352
2007218
200877
200917

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 38%

38% of complaints: electrical system — 184 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and switch.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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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, 20240206

ELECTRICAL FIRE APPEAR TO HAVE STARTED UNDER DASH ON THE RIGHT SIDE WHERE THR BLOWER MOTOR IS LOCATED. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20130118

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, 20240102

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 34%

34% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 165 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel pump and delivery.

CRASH FIRE DEATH
EXTERIOR LIGHTING 10%

10% of complaints: exterior lighting — 48 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing headlights and flasher unit.

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER 8%

8% of complaints: fuel system, other — 41 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel gauge system.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 6%

6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 30 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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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, 20181031

Also filed under ENGINE and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 2005 — complaint volume: 488
R 20050310 — visibility

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 THE

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.

Campaign 05V035000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20061106 — air bags

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 I

Campaign 06V417000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20070216 — exterior lighting

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 D

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.

Campaign 07E014000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20100107 — DP (closed 20110523)

Fuel Level Gauge System Failure

I 20170424 — RQ (closed 20210329)

Loss of Headlights

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 GMC Envoy — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (184 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (165 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (48 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V035000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 06V417000 (air bags) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07E014000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2008 ▲ 2007 ● 2006

WORST YEARS

◆ 2002 ● 2003 ● 2004

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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 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.