2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500. Newest first.
Certain federal-mogul replacement wheel hub assemblies with the brand names: national, carquest p/nos. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, and 515060, shipped between january 23, 2006, and december 20, 2007, sold for light duty and medium duty trucks. the inboard retention nut used to maintain hub bearing assembly can loosen resulting in an ABS…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Wheel separation can result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Federal-mogul will notify customers and will replace the hub assembly free of charge. the recall began on february 7, 2008. owners can contact federal-mogul toll-free at 877-489-6659.
On certain trucks equipped with an 8.1L V8 (rpo l8-vin g) engine have a condition in which the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture resulting in inadequate retention of the damper.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip free of charge. the recall began on august 31, 2006. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC trucks at 1-866-996-9463.
Owner complaints
129 complaints1 involved a crash4 involved a fire1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Electrical system › Instrument panel › Speedometer/odometer
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale from a towing company. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 163,428, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale from a towing company. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 163,428, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 167,126. The contact stated that the Carfax Report indicated that the mileage was 141,207, and that the odometer had been rolled back.
- Unknown or other · Wheels
Gear shift indicator does not always light. Has been an issue with other models but has never been recalled for this specific model. Don’t always know what gear you are in. Spare tire completely rusted out, unable to get down. Not sure if this is a recall issue but apparently common for this vehicle
- Service brakes · Steering
So the hydraboost IS failing and my truck IS pouring an insane amount of power steering fluid from hydraboost system. When researching this problem for my year make and model the hydraboost recall pops up but when calling chevrolet they want to do nothing. When its apparent my truck IS affected by…
So the hydraboost IS failing and my truck IS pouring an insane amount of power steering fluid from hydraboost system. When researching this problem for my year make and model the hydraboost recall pops up but when calling chevrolet they want to do nothing. When its apparent my truck IS affected by trash parts. It only has 149000 miles on it and the hydraboost system IS gone. I'm tired of adding 2 quarts of power steering fluid a week, and cant even drive my family around because I waiting on brakes to sporadically fail due to the system being compromised.
- Electrical system
The shift lever position indicator located in the instrument panel cluster does not illuminate therefore, I don't know what gear the vehicle IS in. it seems like a safety issue to me. It occurs when I start the vehicle, am moving and when the headlights are on.
- Electrical system · Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel pump failed
- Service brakes · Suspension · Suspension › Front › Hub
TL* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet avalanche 1500. While driving approximately 35 mph, a screeching noise emerged from the front driver's side of the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and shut off the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to wilson county motors chevrolet in…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet avalanche 1500. While driving approximately 35 mph, a screeching noise emerged from the front driver's side of the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and shut off the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to wilson county motors chevrolet in lebanon, tennessee (615-257-0578) where it was diagnosed that the front driver's side wheel hub failed and needed replacement along with the rotors and brake pads. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 178,000.
- Exterior lighting · Interior lighting
The shift lever position IS not illuminated. there IS another recall for this same issue but the company will not do anything. I turn the vehicle on and cannot tell what gear I even am in,
- Service brakes
Metal brake line corroded through while driving causing almost total loss of brakes.
- Unknown or other
The gear shift indicator does not light up in the instrument pannel. Therefore you don't know vwhat gear you are in. I do understand there was a recall nhtsa campaign 05v055000 recall bagan on 02/14/2005
- Power train
At 80K I put my truck in reverse and heard a clunk sound and immediately it wouldn't shift gears anymore. I went and had the transmission rebuilt which lasted roughly 10K more. now, the truck won't shift yet again and the filter was changed and the rear output seal. Currently, when I drive since…
At 80K I put my truck in reverse and heard a clunk sound and immediately it wouldn't shift gears anymore. I went and had the transmission rebuilt which lasted roughly 10K more. now, the truck won't shift yet again and the filter was changed and the rear output seal. Currently, when I drive since its my only vehicle, one minute it will shift fine but after I turn the engine off and on again, it will not shift from first and the again, check engine light IS on!
- Fuel/propulsion system
While fueling there seems to be a backlash air bubble that occurs and it takes approximately 10 minutes to put $30 worth of fuel. While pumping the gas no matter how slow or fast as the safety IS in place to stop the fuel from coming out of the fuel neck where it meets the fuel going in this IS…
While fueling there seems to be a backlash air bubble that occurs and it takes approximately 10 minutes to put $30 worth of fuel. While pumping the gas no matter how slow or fast as the safety IS in place to stop the fuel from coming out of the fuel neck where it meets the fuel going in this IS normal to kick off the fuel so spillage does not become a problem however when you stop fueling there IS a burp back as in a air bubble that splashes outside the vehicle which could potentially splash in a face or on your skin and it also runs down the side of the body of the vehicle again that IS when fueling has stopped it burps the fuel out of the vehicle. Obviously the vehicle IS stationary while fueling. This occurs no matter what gas station IS used old new it doesn't matter.
- Power train
Driving down county rd stopped at stop sign. Started to take off it started slipping then quit pulling completly.puet it in all drives 1,2,3, & d nothing happened cut engine off put it in drive it started out like nothing happened for short distance then same thing again.
- Structure › Body
I was told by a gm dealer how my vehicle IS rusted excessively with the undercarriage and the quarter sills that have a rust through hole about 3 inches. I've opened a case with gm and they stated its out of warranty. I don't know how gm gets away with this repair and toyota had to buyback vehicle or do frame replacements
- Fuel/propulsion system
There IS a fuel smell that occurs when vehicle IS running and immediately when ignition IS turn to on position especially on the driver side of the vehicle.
- Electrical system
The shift lever position indicator does not illuminate. the odometer does not show current speed ( miles per hour .) the ABS sensor doesn't work.
- Electrical system
The fan motor control relay and connector short circuited and burned up. The location of this relay IS behind and slightly below the glove box. General motors issued a service bulletin special coverage adjustment bulletin no 11046 for this problem, however it was only valid in canada, not the united states.
- Electronic stability control (esc) · Service brakes
I was driving to work 12/17/16, 5:40am. I was traveling to work and I lost all pressure in my pedal. Which led me to nearly hit a telephone pole. The master cylinder and a flex brake line going from the master cylinder to the brake booster(module) were replaced. But this did not fix the problem. I…
I was driving to work 12/17/16, 5:40am. I was traveling to work and I lost all pressure in my pedal. Which led me to nearly hit a telephone pole. The master cylinder and a flex brake line going from the master cylinder to the brake booster(module) were replaced. But this did not fix the problem. I have bench bled the master cylinder, and all brake lines around the truck. I still have no brakes unless you push them to the floor. I have done some research, and found were other people with the same model and year truck have had the same problem. After reading all those blogs and post, I discovered that the model and year of avalanche that I have was recalled for the ABS system for failure. *tr
- Service brakes
Brakes failed under hard stop (highway, in motion). intermediate steel brake line failed to rear brakes in a mode of rupture due to corrosion. ABS light had been on with service brake message as well. all other steel lines were corroded and contacted gm. 2 other silverado line vehicles owned…
Brakes failed under hard stop (highway, in motion). intermediate steel brake line failed to rear brakes in a mode of rupture due to corrosion. ABS light had been on with service brake message as well. all other steel lines were corroded and contacted gm. 2 other silverado line vehicles owned also failed this year due to corrosion. gm response was that no recall existed. replaced all steel brake lines in vehicle with stainless aftermarket lines. after multiple contacts with gm customer service, I was told to save my receipts for repairs. this IS an incorrect material specification, latent defect and gm needs to be held accountable. 3 vehicles that I own with the same repair in 8 months. inexcusable!
- Air bags
Air bag light IS on and it shows in the display when started to "service air bag". No previous accident or any indication as to the cause just was on one day when I started it.
- Service brakes · Unknown or other
The blower stopped working on my auto temp control and now won't shut off.
- Fuel/propulsion system
The defective fuel lines rubbed together and caused a leak. I paid a local dealership about $1100 dollars to replace the fuel lines as it was unsafe. My vehicle IS not under a recall but in researching, it was discovered that others have a recall. I opened an incident with chevrolet as a defect…
The defective fuel lines rubbed together and caused a leak. I paid a local dealership about $1100 dollars to replace the fuel lines as it was unsafe. My vehicle IS not under a recall but in researching, it was discovered that others have a recall. I opened an incident with chevrolet as a defect but they were not able to assist as my truck IS over 70K miles and pasted the warranty, the fuel lines are next to the catalytic converter and would have caused a fire.
- Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc)
2005 chevy avalanche 1500 Z66 (5.3L flex fuel). sudden warning from info center on dash that stabilitrak had been disabled. traction control off and theft deterrent warning lights came on and stayed on until vehicle was stopped at a red light. truck was turned off and restarted after approx. 1…
2005 chevy avalanche 1500 Z66 (5.3L flex fuel). sudden warning from info center on dash that stabilitrak had been disabled. traction control off and theft deterrent warning lights came on and stayed on until vehicle was stopped at a red light. truck was turned off and restarted after approx. 1 minute. all systems normal when restarted. problem was intermittent and when it returned later that same night, innova code reader was at the ready. p1626 code suggested loss of communication with modules among other issues. problem very similar to another complaint [10631837] in a 4-wheel drive avalanche--my truck has 2-wheel drive. would not have been so willing to file a complaint with nhtsa except for the fact that my 2007 avalanche ltz 4-wheel drive (5.3 flex fuel) also has experienced multiple loss of communication/voltage drop events among internal components with wacky events while either driving or while parked [to include but not limited to flickering headlights when applying the brakes, cruise control disengaging at speed either by itself or when lane change/turn signal activated, hvac head unit going off and resetting, nav/radio going off with a "pop", drivers door control panel flashing along with headlights as truck IS parked @ nite, a drivers seat that moves all the way forward as the doors are unlocked with the remote (easy exit feature never used by me), reverse mirror tilt active (though never set to do so), only rear doors locking when remote pushed--2 front doors had to be manually locked, engine hours back to zero, etc]. no immediate safety issues to date, but stabilitrak turning itself off while driving was not reassuring [and could pose a danger at highway speeds and/or hazardous driving conditions.] dealership has not been able to reproduce problem(s), but has suggested a known problem with the oem battery cables--mine tested ok per dealership. *tr
- Power train
While cruising on rt 101 at 65 mph, vehicle automatically downshifted into second gear for no reason. in response, I was forced to decelerate to 35 mph. tried explicitly placing vehicle in third instead of "d" for drive, but, the drive train was unresponsive. shortly thereafter, a "hot…
While cruising on rt 101 at 65 mph, vehicle automatically downshifted into second gear for no reason. in response, I was forced to decelerate to 35 mph. tried explicitly placing vehicle in third instead of "d" for drive, but, the drive train was unresponsive. shortly thereafter, a "hot transmission" message appeared on dash and I pulled over and checked fluids. fluids looked good. drove vehicle home in second gear without issue. upon investigation, I discovered that my avalanche was built with a widely recognized design flaw and undersized transmission. various sources suggested I file complaint this address: https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/vehiclecomplaint/index.xhtml. *tr
- Air bags · Power train › Transfer case (4-wheel drive) · Traction control system
2005 chevrolet avalanche. consumer writes in regards to airbag and traction control service lights came on also the four-wheel drive stability system was disabled. *smd
- Service brakes
Front brake line rusted through spewing brake fluid. *tr
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11011782This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2. There are 5 terminated leads in a package part number is 13505346, which can be ordered through your normal General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales parts channel.
- 11010544This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 11009156This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 11008956This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11007744This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007743This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007208This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 11007091This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
- 11006421GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
- 11006274This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the speedometer needle appears to be inaccurate. Dealer should advise the customer the specification for speedometer needle accuracy is +/- 2 MPH at any given speed when looking straight at the needle.
- 11004761This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
- 11001321This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11000576This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
- 11000162The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
- 10252735This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
- 10252163XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
- 10251890This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 10251887This bulletin advises the technician of possible location of an internal coolant leak from a specific cylinder head and location.
- 10250775This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10250347This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns for Canadian Dealers only.
- 10249980This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit to effectively diagnosis vehicles. Technician should drive the vehicle will using the Pico Oscilloscope to record data. After the data is recorded it should be reviewed to determine the root cause of the concern. If a repair attempt made the concern better but not eliminated or had no affect at all, and are requesting assistance from General Motors Technical Assistance Center record another Pico file and save it to the computer. After the new Pico Oscilloscope data has been saved email the data to General Motors Technical Assistance Center in the subject line include ?Vibration? ?Business Associate Code? and the last 8 of the Vehicle Identification Number.
- 10249590This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10249579This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10249295This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2. There are 5 terminated leads in a package part number is 13505346, which can be ordered through your normal General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales parts channel.
- 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10247780This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 10247748Speedometer Needle Accuracy Information.
- 10247747Speedometer Needle Accuracy Information
- 10247716J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
- 10247693Suspension.
- 10247681Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
- 10247552This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10247093Speedometer Needle Accuracy Information.
- 10247092Speedometer Needle Accuracy Information
- 10247063A/C Blows Warm Or Poor Performance.
- 10247061J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
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