2005 GMC Sierra 3500
Only 24 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 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2005
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 24 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 49 |
| 2025 | 17 |
| 2026 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
9 of 24 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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Stopping in driveway. Brake pedal went to the floor without resistance. After vehicle stopped observed fluid leak under front driver side aft of front tire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-11
My 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 crewcab with less than 77,000 miles on it experienced a ruptured brakeline. As I commenced going out my driveway the brake pedal felt mushy then went to the floor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-09-25
Brake lines rotted on way to garage .
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-10
Steering
6 of 24 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing hose, piping, and connections and hydraulic power assist system.
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Tl* the contact owned a 2005 GMC 3500 truck. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked outside his home with the engine shut off. While inside the home, he heard an unusually loud explosion.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-03-17
Electrical system
4 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
Tires
2 of 24 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 24 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing cooling system.
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I have a GMC Pickup truck with a diesel engine that has a chronic overheating issue. I am not the only one with such an issue, as there are literally hundreds, maybe even thousands with this problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-08-16
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…
Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).
Buy-smart checklist
2005 GMC Sierra 3500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 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 Sierra 3500?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.