2005 Gmc Sierra 3500 problems, complaints & recalls

2024-09-16 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 85,000 mi

“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 the vehicle to a complete stop and the contact beca…”

2017-08-05 · Steering

“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.…”

2016-09-09 · Service Brakes · 75,000 mi

“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 recurred three additional times. the manufacturer wa…”

2015-12-16 · Engine · 85,000 mi

“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.…”

2015-11-10 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 59,921 mi

“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 p0207 and p2146. i got out and checked the wiring t…”

2015-04-03 · Service Brakes · 46,000 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2005 gmc sierra 3500. while driving at approximately 40 mph, the brakes failed when the brake pedal was depressed. the contact lost control of the vehicle and the service braking system warning indicator illuminated. after inspecting the vehicle, the contact observed that the brake line was rusted. the vehicle was towed to th…”

2014-11-12 · Steering · 62,250 mi

“tl* the contact owns a 2005 gmc sierra 3500. while driving at an unknown speed, the speedometer became inoperable and an abnormal noise emitted from the steering wheel. the failure recurred multiple times. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 62,250. …”

2014-11-11 · Tires · 95,000 mi

“going south on i77, cruise set on 70 mph, noticed slight vibration and continued about 4 miles when the left rear tire blew out. taped the brake, got off on burm asap and turned on hazard lights. had to continue for another mile or so i could clear the interstate. had to have road side assistance to change the tire. michelin refused to warranty th…”

2014-08-11 · Service Brakes · 34,000 mi

“stopping in driveway. brake pedal went to the floor without resistance. after vehicle stopped observed fluid leak under front driver side aft of front tire. inspected engine compartment and observed severely corroded brake lives and brake fluid in engine compartment. brake line apparently corroded and ruptured resulting in brake failure. *tr…”

2013-09-25 · Service Brakes · 76,554 mi

“my 2005 gmc sierra 3500 crewcab with less than 77,000 miles on it experienced a ruptured brakeline. as i commenced going out my driveway the brake pedal felt mushy then went to the floor. thank-goodness this happened in my driveway opposed to out on the road! brake line was rusted and rotted through causing a rupture in the line and brake failu…”