2005 GMC Silverado
Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2007 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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I was driving on a road in moderate traffic .came to a traffic light that had turned amber . Tried to apply my brakes and they failed. I ran the light just missing several moving vehicles . Before coasting to a stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-18
Electrical system
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2005 GMC Silverado. The contact stated that the speedometer no longer works and he cannot determine how fast he is traveling. The dealer stated that the repair would cost $400. The failure mileage was 42,000.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-03-20
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2005 GMC Silverado — pre-purchase inspection
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- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2005 GMC Silverado 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 Silverado?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 GMC Silverado 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.