2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Sierra 3500 years
- More complaints than other years 9th of 31 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500. That ranks 9th out of 31 Sierra 3500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (5 complaints, 21%), typically at around 46,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 24owner 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 Sierra 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 5 | 21% | 46,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 5 | 21% | 50,825 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 17% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 13% | 62,250 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 8% | 2,550 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 8% | 50,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 4% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 4% | 3,600 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4% | 59,921 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 4% | 55,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 4% | 69,587 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 4% | 38,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 GMC Sierra 3500 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500.
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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.
The contact owns a 2005 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to come to a stop while the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the brake pedal felt loose. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to bring…
I have had the lower steering arm replaced three times due to a bad bushing. Once under warranty & twice i had to pay for it which is over $300.00 each time. This is not an uncommon problem with the chevrolet & gmc trucks. This is only noticeable while in motion.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 gmc sierra 3500. When the brake pedal was depressed at 20 mph, the vehicle hesitated to respond without warning. After inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the brake lines were corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure…
Engine exhaust manifold bolts break off on 2 different gm 1 ton trucks. Bad/ failed vehicle emissions and a huge repair bill for both trucks. 85,000 miles on both vehicles.
Driving 75mph in heavy highway traffic the check engine light came on and the truck lost power and slowed to 40 mph in about 200 yards. We almost got hit by all the traffic behind and around us as this happen without any warning. We got to the side of the hwy and i have a scanner and found 2 codes…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500?
Owners most often report service brakes, steering, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Sierra 3500 model years, the 2005 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.