2005 Chevrolet G1500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 9, 2008 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other G1500 years
Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Chevrolet G1500. That is the most of any G1500 model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 48,550 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2005 Chevrolet G1500 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System1 · ~48,550 mi
Power Train1 · ~14,709 mi
Steering1 · ~14,709 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System150%48,550——
Power Train150%14,709——
Steering150%14,709——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2007, with 1 complaints
2007: 1200712008: 120081

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2005 Chevrolet G1500 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 Chevrolet G1500.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

My cluster gauge (speedometer) on my 2005 chevy silverado is going crazy and it is dangerous to drive not knowing what speed you are going. *tr

Electrical System · received Dec 9, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10251233

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 express g1500. While taking the vehicle to firestone for regularly scheduled maintenance, the contact was informed that the tie rods needed to be replaced. She took her vehicle back to chevrolet and they made the replacement. The vehicle was taken to the dealer two more…

Power Train · received Oct 22, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10206519

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YearComplaintsRecalls
2008 G150010
2006 G150010
200520

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chevrolet G1500?

Owners most often report electrical system, power train, steering problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2005 Chevrolet G1500?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2005 Chevrolet G1500 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G1500 model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.