2 recalls and 2 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Chevrolet G3500.
2
recalls
2
owner complaints
0
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2005 Chevrolet G3500 recalls
Equipment adaptive/mobility
NHTSA campaign 09V273000 · reported July 14, 2009 · WEST TEXAS REHABILITATION CENTER · 2 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
West texas rehabiliation center is recalling 1 my 2005 chevrolet g3500 van and 1 my 2006 ford e-150 van equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
The risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
The fix
West texas is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or west texas at 1-325-793-3546.
Equipment adaptive/mobility
NHTSA campaign 09V274000 · reported July 14, 2009 · WEST TEXAS REHABILITATION CENTER · 2 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
West texas rehabiliation center is recalling 1 my 2005 chevrolet g3500 van and 1 my 2006 ford e-150 van equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
The risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
The fix
West texas is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or west texas at 1-325-793-3546.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Tires1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Oct 15, 2012 · Tires · 160,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET G3500 EQUIPPED WITH BF GOODRICH COMMERCIAL TA A/S TIRES, SIZE: LT245/75R16. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12T019000 (TIRES:TREAD/BELT). THE CONTACT WENT TO THE DEALER TO HAVE THE TIRES CHANGED BUT THE DEALER ADVISED THAT THE CONTACT…
May 4, 2011 · Service brakes, hydraulic · 40,409 miles
BRAKE LINE RUBBING AGAINST FRAME ON THE FRONT LEFT SIDE OF VAN. LOST OF FLUID AND BRAKE PERFORMANCE.
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 Chevrolet G3500, the most recent reported on July 14, 2009 (Equipment adaptive/mobility). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chevrolet G3500?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes, hydraulic (1 complaints), followed by tires (1).
How many 2005 Chevrolet G3500 complaints mention a crash or fire?
0 of 2 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 15, 2012.