2005 GMC Envoy XL 370
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Owner complaints
104 complaints1 involved a crash3 injuries
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Latest complaints
- Fuel/propulsion system · Service brakes · Steering
Driving car brakes go get it fix paid 375 to get fix now no power steering fuel gauge dosen. T work what a mess need help
- Service brakes · Steering · Unknown or other
Lost brakes when driving on street replace master cyclinder both brake lines power steering pump IS broken feul gauge doesn.t work what a mess
- Exterior lighting
My problem IS covered under recall 14291 but my year isn't included. Despite numerous bulb replacements and mechanic visits, my vehicle's low-beam headlights do not work. I've contacted gm, but they offered no solution that's affordable. I have no headlight other than high-beams. Please help and make gm investigate this problem on all their 2005 model year vehicles.
- Air bags · Electronic stability control (esc) · Fuel/propulsion system
Stalling out in intersection,fuel gage and speed odometer ,air bags defaulting,shacking in front end , when driving. Verry dangerous.
- Air bags
I was driving at 30 mph down the road and the side air bags deployed without me having an accident or hitting anything the seat belt came loose and hit my daughter breaking her glasses. There was no warning at all just a pop and all came out. My headliner IS torn.
- Visibility/wiper
The rear window to our 2005 GMC envoy XL shattered when we attempted to close the rear hatch. The window was frozen from the cold weather and when it flexed, it shattered everywhere.
- Electrical system · Electronic stability control (esc) · Exterior lighting
I had trouble with the gauge that shows overheating.i took the car in to put in a thermostat thinking it was the problem,but when I took it in they said that my cluster was bad and the gauges were messed up.i paid $392.00 for the cluster and $100.00 for labor.i bought this vehicle used with 119,000…
I had trouble with the gauge that shows overheating.i took the car in to put in a thermostat thinking it was the problem,but when I took it in they said that my cluster was bad and the gauges were messed up.i paid $392.00 for the cluster and $100.00 for labor.i bought this vehicle used with 119,000 miles on it on 6/20/2011 and on 2/23/2013 I had the cluster replaced with mileage of 132,356. I put on new brakes at this time since the had a habit of grabbing and making me slide and jerk to a stop.the only problem I have now IS the the door locks mess up once in awhile but other than that I take my envoy in every 4000 miles for an oil change and a check up it IS now 12/15/2015 and I only have 142,000 miles on it and it IS still running ok.i keep checking once a month for recalls on my vehicle sometimes a dome light will come on .but not often.my envoy has not rust and the interior IS in as good as it was when I purchased it from the previous owner which IS in excellent condition
- Electrical system · Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC envoy XL 370. While driving approximately 30 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was a loose bolt within the vehicle's sensory system. The…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC envoy XL 370. While driving approximately 30 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was a loose bolt within the vehicle's sensory system. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 142,000.
- Service brakes
ABS and brake warning light comes on and off. Dealer said it was a bad brake module. And would not cover under warranty.
- Visibility › Glass, side/rear
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC envoy XL 370. While traveling a highway rate of speed, the rear windows fractured without warning. The vehicle was taken to a glass repair shop where both windows were replaced, but the failure recurred two years later, while the vehicle was parked in the driveway…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC envoy XL 370. While traveling a highway rate of speed, the rear windows fractured without warning. The vehicle was taken to a glass repair shop where both windows were replaced, but the failure recurred two years later, while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the rear windows fractured again. The vehicle was taken back to the glass repair shop who replaced the rear windows. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000. updated 09/09/15*lj
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC envoy XL 370. While driving at approximately 35 mph, the engine stalled and all of the warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure could not be diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC envoy XL 370. While driving at approximately 35 mph, the engine stalled and all of the warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure could not be diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. updated 09/03/15*lj the consumer received a notice in august 2015 stating that part necessary to repair the vehicle had not yet become available. Updated 12/16/2015 *js
- Electrical system · Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC envoy XL 370. The contact stated that when the ignition was turned to the on position, the speedometer displayed 35 mph when the vehicle was not in motion and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the oil and the temperature gauges were…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC envoy XL 370. The contact stated that when the ignition was turned to the on position, the speedometer displayed 35 mph when the vehicle was not in motion and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the oil and the temperature gauges were not functioning. The failure recurred continuously. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire instrument panel needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
- Exterior lighting
The very same thing described in nhtsa campaign 14v755000, gm safety recall 14291, began happening to my 2005 GMC envoy XL. My headlights flickered off and on. In time, my headlights stayed off longer and longer. Only the low beams and the daytime running lights seemed to be affected. I could find…
The very same thing described in nhtsa campaign 14v755000, gm safety recall 14291, began happening to my 2005 GMC envoy XL. My headlights flickered off and on. In time, my headlights stayed off longer and longer. Only the low beams and the daytime running lights seemed to be affected. I could find no discernible reason or connection to any action or setting on the car. When the lights go out when I am driving at night and remain off for more than a second or two, it IS very dangerous, so I quit driving at night in this vehicle and have taken it to a gm service center for repair. the recall 14291 letter posted at http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/jaxrs/download/doc/ucm471691/rionl-14v755-2465.pdf describes my safety situation exactly. Service manager said my car IS not included in this recall. *tr
- Electrical system
The oil gauge went out first and the dealer stated the oil sending unit need to be replace and it would cost me over 300. 00 dollars, then next the engine coolant gauge starting going crazy. I took my car back for an oil change and was told the instrument panel cluster needs replacing. I went back…
The oil gauge went out first and the dealer stated the oil sending unit need to be replace and it would cost me over 300. 00 dollars, then next the engine coolant gauge starting going crazy. I took my car back for an oil change and was told the instrument panel cluster needs replacing. I went back to have my engine coolant gauge look at by the dealer because I did not want to be stranded somewhere with my 4 year toddler in the car and paid for the dealer to replace the engine coolant thermostat based on their instructions. Still my oil pressure gauge was pegged out and now the speedometer gauge has completely stop working, so I took my car back to the GMC dealer and was told the instrument panel cluster need to be replace and that would take care of the oil pressure gauge too. I would have to pay over $570.00 dollars to replace instrument panel cluster and that there IS no way to fix the oil pressure gauge by itself. I am very upset after being quoted and told the first time by the dealer that they could fix the oil pressure gauge at one price and now tell me that without replacing the instrument panel cluster for the speedometer gauge they are unable to repair the oil gauge. I need assistance with this problem due to this IS my only vehicle in which to take my preschool child back and forth to school and many days other drives from behind have blown their horn at me due to going to slow because I am unsure what speed I am going. I was using the rpm gauge to help out but it has now stop working too. I contacted GMC about the problem but they directed me to the GMC dealer, which I am still waiting on a response from. This IS a safety problem for me to be driving a car in which the instrument gauges just stop working at anytime. *tr
- Electrical system › Ignition
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC envoy XL 370. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the ignition switch failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed with a fractured ignition switch and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacture was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 54,000. The vin was not available.
- Electrical system › Ignition
TL* the contact owns a 2005 GMC envoy XL 370. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the ignition switch failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed with a fractured ignition switch and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacture was made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 54,931. The vin was not available.
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
At various speeds including at rest, instrument panel has failed and then come back up after cutting truck off and restarting it. now the speedometer and temperature gauges are greatly inaccurate. The speedometer works intermittently and the temperature gauge IS always showing hot. concerning!!! *tr
- Electrical system
This piece of crap vehicle in which the entire instrument cluster has completely failed starting with the fuel gauge. this failure then led to the failure of all the gauges minus as of right now the speedometer. the tac works when it wants to. GMC now has went back and wants to "fix" the…
This piece of crap vehicle in which the entire instrument cluster has completely failed starting with the fuel gauge. this failure then led to the failure of all the gauges minus as of right now the speedometer. the tac works when it wants to. GMC now has went back and wants to "fix" the sending unit only to the gas tank (gee....thanks for the rush gm considering this IS a 2005 vehicle and the year IS now 2013...and people have been complaining for darn close to 10 years about them now!! nice job stepping up!!).....thus correcting the gas gauge ..we hope (which I have been told will probably last for approximately 1 year...if we are lucky....oh joy for us!!!) yea...thanks gm...i now know I will have 3/4 of a tank of gas when my freakin vehicle overheats on the side of the roadway since the rest of the gauges do not work because you people will not back your g.d. Products. maybe if we are lucky enough it will overheat and melt to the ground and we will be rid of this piece of crap. no wonder everyone IS going to foreign cars...why buy these piece of [xxx]. I will never own another GMC as long as I breath air as soon as I am able to either sell, trade or hopefully someone will come and steal it. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Electrical system › Instrument cluster/panel
The cluster doesn't work or works when it wants to. I have had this problem for 3 to 4 years the speedometer works when it wants to but for the most part it doesn't. The gas gauge always reads empty and the oil pressure reads above 80. They sent me a letter yesterday to say they are now fixing the…
The cluster doesn't work or works when it wants to. I have had this problem for 3 to 4 years the speedometer works when it wants to but for the most part it doesn't. The gas gauge always reads empty and the oil pressure reads above 80. They sent me a letter yesterday to say they are now fixing the fuel gauge if you have less then 120,000 miles but I have more then that now if they would have fixed the problem years ago when they knew about it I would have been ok. They still are not fixing the speedometer and I think that IS more of a safety issue then the gas gauge. *tr
- Equipment · Fuel system, gasoline
Fuel gauge sensor 2005 envoy XL denali. 70153 miles. After fueling the vehicle fuel gauge registers empty until about an eighth of a tank has been used then the fuel gauge works just fine. Have to disconnect the positive battery terminal for appx. Ten minutes to get the service engine light to stop…
Fuel gauge sensor 2005 envoy XL denali. 70153 miles. After fueling the vehicle fuel gauge registers empty until about an eighth of a tank has been used then the fuel gauge works just fine. Have to disconnect the positive battery terminal for appx. Ten minutes to get the service engine light to stop illuminating. Occurs everytime I fill the vehicle. It causes an inaccurate fuel reading. Turning in to dealer tomorrow 06-19-2013 for repairs. Code produced p0463. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
I filled my tank at a gas station and when leaving the "check engine" light came on and the fuel gauge dropped down to "e" and low fuel light came on. After 10-15 seconds the fuel gauge went all the way to "full". A few minutes later it did the same thing again, and has continued. *tr
- Electrical system · Fuel/propulsion system
We started noticing after a fill up at the gas station the gas gauge still showed empty. the gauge took over an hour of driving to move up to full. in the middle of the week last week the vehicle ran out of gas and stalled. We added half a tank, but the gauge still showed empty the next few times…
We started noticing after a fill up at the gas station the gas gauge still showed empty. the gauge took over an hour of driving to move up to full. in the middle of the week last week the vehicle ran out of gas and stalled. We added half a tank, but the gauge still showed empty the next few times it was driven somewhere. last weekend I filled up again and the gauge showed empty still with warning indicator on. again it took over an hour of driving for the gauge to register the tank even 3/4 full. *tr
- Electrical system
While traveling on the interstate in the evening, the speedometer became "stuck" at about 30 mph. We pulled off at a rest stop and turned off the engine, hoping that the speedometer would reset itself. Upon restarting the vehicle, the speedometer sat at 60 mph, even though we were still sitting at…
While traveling on the interstate in the evening, the speedometer became "stuck" at about 30 mph. We pulled off at a rest stop and turned off the engine, hoping that the speedometer would reset itself. Upon restarting the vehicle, the speedometer sat at 60 mph, even though we were still sitting at the rest stop--not moving. We tried turning off the engine again and this time when we restarted the vehicle, the speedometer needle "stuck" at over 120 mph--again we were not moving. The speedometer needle stayed past the 120 mph mark for the entire trip home. Fortunately, we were able to follow some friends home. A few days later, we took the car to a mechanic. He indicated that he had seen the speedometer problem before with other gmcs and he then replaced the "instrument cluster" in our vehicle. We also did a little research and discovered that several GMC models had been recalled due to problems with the speedometer, but the recalls did not appear to include the 2005 GMC envoy. *tr
- Electrical system
Instrument cluster stopped working. I can no longer judge speed. Tires cracked and dry rotted on sidewalls and had to be replaced at early mileage. *tr
- Electrical system · Fuel system, gasoline · Visibility › Defroster/defogger/hvac system
Air conditioner quit working on level 5, would work on level 1-4, level 5 would keep turning off. shortly after this within the same day I could smell something burning coming through the air vents. mechanics noted and showed me that the resistor plugs on the back had burned and melted together…
Air conditioner quit working on level 5, would work on level 1-4, level 5 would keep turning off. shortly after this within the same day I could smell something burning coming through the air vents. mechanics noted and showed me that the resistor plugs on the back had burned and melted together, that's what was causing the burning smell. needed a new resistor, pig tail, and blower. also my fuel gauge and rpm are broke, have not been working for the past 3 years. *tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Fuel level gauge system failure
The office of defects investigations (ODI) analyzed complaint data provided by General Motors (GM) as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers.In total, there were 5,089 unique reports indicating an inaccurate fuel level reading while driving.General Motors stated that this condition occurs when the contacts…
The office of defects investigations (ODI) analyzed complaint data provided by General Motors (GM) as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers.In total, there were 5,089 unique reports indicating an inaccurate fuel level reading while driving.General Motors stated that this condition occurs when the contacts of the fuel sensor wear prematurely.Most of the complaints indicated an empty fuel gauge reading after filling the tank.Less than 10 percent of theODI complaints involved an engine stall incident.During this investigation, GM developed a remedy procedure and issued special coverage bulletin instructing dealers to install a new design fuel level sensor.The bulletin was sent to dealers on August 10, 2011 and the owner letter mailing began on August 15, 2011.See the investigative file for copies of GM's bulletin and owner letter.This preliminary evaluation is closed.
- Fuel Level Gauge System Failure
The Office of Defects Investigation has received 668 complaints alleging inaccurate fuel gauge reading while driving in model year 2005-07 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, and Saab 9-7x vehicles.Of the 668 complaints, 58 incidents were alleged to result in a vehicle stall.Of the 58 stalling incidents…
The Office of Defects Investigation has received 668 complaints alleging inaccurate fuel gauge reading while driving in model year 2005-07 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, and Saab 9-7x vehicles.Of the 668 complaints, 58 incidents were alleged to result in a vehicle stall.Of the 58 stalling incidents, 43 complaints reported stalling because the fuel level reading indicated more fuel availability than what is actually in the fuel tank. One complaint alleged a vehicle crash after the vehicle stalled while exiting the interstate, became disabled, and was struck from behind.Summarily, the complaints show an apparent increasing trend, with most complaints received within the past year.A Preliminary Evaluation has been opened to assess the scope, frequency and potential safety consequences associated with the alleged defect.
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.
- 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).
- 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.
- 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.
- 10250092Special Coverage Adjustment - Fuel Level Sensor Contact Wear
- 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.
- 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10247716J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
- 10247681Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
- 10247552This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10247063A/C Blows Warm Or Poor Performance.
- 10247061J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
- 10246952Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10246951Programming And Activation Of Replacement OnStar Modules.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10246579Special Coverage Adjustment - Fuel Level Sensor Contact Wear
- 10245951Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls And Turn By Turn Inoperative In The United States.
- 10245950Canadian Customers Unable To Place Calls In The United States
- 10245395This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
- 10244274This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
- 10244273This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 10244214This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
- 10244201This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
- 10244200This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 10242843The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
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