2005 GMC Savana 3500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Savana 3500 years
- Not enough data 1st of 13 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 GMC Savana 3500. That is the most of any Savana 3500 model year in the database (13 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 33%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 GMC Savana 3500 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 33% | 190,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 GMC Savana 3500 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 GMC Savana 3500.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
We received a Safety Recall for our GMC 2005 G3500 school bus in the mail. The GM recall # is N222386050. The NHTSA Campaign ID number for this recall is 23V247. I have contacted our local dealer to resolve the recall and I was informed by the dealer that they are not sure if they can perform this…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 gmc savanna 3500 equipped with uniroyal laredo hd tires, size: 245/75/r16. The contact stated that both rear tires experienced tread separation. The manufacturer was notified and instructed the contact to have the tires inspected by an authorized dealer. The contact…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 gmc savanna. The contact stated that the brake pedal depressed down to the floor. The contact's mechanic examined the vehicle and stated that the brake booster was leaking fluid. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was informed that there was no warranty on the…
Other GMC Savana 3500 years
← 2003 Savana 3500 · 2006 Savana 3500 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 Savana 3500 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 Savana 3500 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 Savana 3500 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 Savana 3500 | 3 | 0 |
| 2007 Savana 3500 | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 Savana 3500 | 1 | 3 |
| 2005 | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 Savana 3500 | 3 | 0 |
| 2002 Savana 3500 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 Savana 3500 | 2 | 0 |
| 2000 Savana 3500 | 1 | 0 |
| 1999 Savana 3500 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 Savana 3500 | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 GMC Savana 3500?
Owners most often report electrical system, service brakes, tires problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2005 GMC Savana 3500?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2005 GMC Savana 3500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Savana 3500 model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.