Does the 2005 Chevrolet Venture have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Chevrolet Venture, the most recent reported on December 22, 2004 (Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chevrolet Venture?

Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (9 complaints), followed by latches/locks/linkages (8).

How many 2005 Chevrolet Venture complaints mention a crash or fire?

7 of 42 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 9 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2005 Chevrolet Venture recalls and problems

1 recall and 42 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Chevrolet Venture.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

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 Venture recalls

Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch

NHTSA campaign 04V597000 · reported December 22, 2004 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 717,302 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain minivans equipped with second-row bucket seats or captain's chairs and a power sliding door on the passenger side of the vehicle, a passenger using the interior handle to open the power sliding door could be injured.
The risk: If a passenger uses the interior handle to open the power sliding door and holds onto the handle while it is being opened by the motor, the passenger's arm may be pushed into the seat back or armrest and a wrist or lower arm injury may result.
The fix: Dealers will replace the power sliding door interior handle on the passenger-side. If the vehicle is equipped with a power or manual sliding door on the driver-side, the interior handle will also be replaced for appearance reasons. Note: before the vehicle is serviced, gm advises owners to not use the interior door handle to open the door. The driver can open and close the door from switches at the driver's position or by using the remote key fob. The driver should tell passengers to use the switch located in front of the door to open or close it. The driver should use the override switch to prevent operation of the power door by children or by others who are not familiar with its use. The owner notification letter mailing will be conducted in phases with the first phase beginning on may 31, 2005. The second phase mailing began on july 18, 2005. The recall began on may 31, 2005. Phase 2 began on july 18, 2005. Phase 3 (final phase) began on august 24, 2005, to all remaining customers. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; pontiac at 1-800-620-7668; or oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Structure9
Latches/locks/linkages8
Fuel system, gasoline7
Air bags5
Electrical system5
Engine and engine cooling3
Fuel system, other3
Service brakes, hydraulic3
Steering3
Equipment2

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Mar 6, 2026 · Fuel system, gasoline · 116,000 miles · fire reported
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Venture. The contact stated that while his father was driving at an undisclosed speed on the highway, the vehicle suddenly lost automotive power. No warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that his father managed to pull over to the shoulder of the road, and upon…

Oct 26, 2022 · Steering · 236,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Venture. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was making a rattling sound coming from the front passenger’s side of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who replaced the wheel…

May 23, 2017 · Air bags · 130,000 miles · crash reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 CHEVROLET VENTURE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH IN THE RAIN, THE VEHICLE HYDROPLANED TO THE LEFT AND THEN BACK TO ITS LANE. THE REAR TIRES ROLLED OFF THE ROAD AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A DITCH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED…

Aug 11, 2015 · Structure · 49,357 miles · crash reported
MY WIFE HIT A OLD STYLE VAN THAT HAD STOPPED FOR A DOG CROSSING A THE ROAD. THE WHOLE FRONT END HAD TO BE REPLACED. HOOD, GRILL, LIGHTS, BOTH FENDER HAD TO BE REPAIRED, ALSO THE STEAL TUBE UNDER THE RADIATOR FRAME HAD TO BE CUT OUT AND REPLACED. ON 11/5/2010 I HIT A DEER GOING 30 MPH, AGAIN FRONT END DAMAGE. BOTH…

Feb 15, 2015 · Fuel/propulsion system · 225,000 miles
WE HAVE BEEN SMELLING GASOLINE FUMES IN AND OUTSIDE OUR VAN. SOMETIMES IT IS VERY POTENT AND OTHER TIMES FAINT. WHEN WE WALK INTO OUR GARAGE, WE CAN SMELL IT ALSO. IT OCCURS OFTEN WHEN MAKING A LEFT-HAND TURN. WHEN WE INSPECT IT, WE CAN'T FIND ANY LEAK. WE SMELL THIS FROM A HALF TANK TO EMPTY.

Venture model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2002	3	220	12	4
2003	5	185	19	4
2004	3	124	6	2
2005	1	42	7	1

Across all years, the 2000 Venture has the most complaints (350). All Chevrolet Venture years →

Questions

Does the 2005 Chevrolet Venture have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Chevrolet Venture, the most recent reported on December 22, 2004 (Latches/locks/linkages: doors, latch). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chevrolet Venture?: Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is structure (9 complaints), followed by latches/locks/linkages (8).
How many 2005 Chevrolet Venture complaints mention a crash or fire?: 7 of 42 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 9 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received March 6, 2026.