Does the 2005 GMC Envoy have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 GMC Envoy, the most recent reported on October 31, 2006 (Air bags: frontal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 GMC Envoy?

Owners have filed 488 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (183 complaints), followed by fuel system, gasoline (164).

How many 2005 GMC Envoy complaints mention a crash or fire?

27 of 488 complaints report a crash and 14 a fire; 34 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2005 GMC Envoy recalls and problems

2 recalls and 488 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 GMC Envoy.

recalls

488

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 GMC Envoy recalls

Air bags: frontal

NHTSA campaign 06V417000 · reported October 31, 2006 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 794 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Certain vehicles originally built with cloth seats that were equipped with an automatic air bag passenger sensing system and later reupholstered with aftermarket leather seat cover kits are involved. Testing has indicated that the aftermarket leather seat covers can cause the passenger sensing system to malfunction.
The risk: If the passenger sensing system malfunctions, the front air bag on the passenger side may be disabled when it should be enabled, or enabled when it should be disabled. In either case, in the event of a crash that requires air bag deployment, a front passenger's level of injury may be increased.
The fix: Because a replacement leather seat cover that is compatible with the passenger sensing system is not available, general motors (gm) will repurchase these vehicles in accordance with the terms stated in gm's letter to owners. The recall began on november 6, 2006. Owners should contact gm at 1-877-477-1022 to begin the process of repurchasing their vehicle.

Visibility: windshield

NHTSA campaign 05V035000 · reported February 3, 2005 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 17,815 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, 'windshield mounting.' the windshield urethane bead may not have adhered to the body in certain areas during the cure process.
The risk: If a crash occurs, the windshield may not be retained, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix: Dealers will replace the windshield free of charge. The recall began on march 10, 2005. Owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.

Most reported problems

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

Electrical system183
Fuel system, gasoline164
Exterior lighting45
Fuel system, other41
Fuel/propulsion system30
Air bags28
Engine and engine cooling27
Vehicle speed control22
Power train18
Structure16

What owners report

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

Jan 28, 2026 · Electrical system
1) I just purchased the vehicle in Oct 2026 & 3 days after purchase, it broke down in Walmart parking lot due to, all the antifreeze pouring out. 2) December 2026 had to replace the front tires as they were stripped to the threads from rubbing against the fender wells. 3) January 2026 Wouldn’t start, wouldn’t turn…

Mar 28, 2025 · Air bags · 270,000 miles · crash reported
The contact owned a 2005 GMC Envoy. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, another vehicle driven by a drunk driver swerved into the front of the vehicle, causing a front collision. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact hit his face again on the steering wheel, but did not seek medical…

Jul 12, 2024 · Air bags
On steering wheel where the GMC logo is . Melted/Melting from underneath. Some type of clear color gooey. Have been told it is seal for airbag. Also none of the chimes are not working at all example * seat belts, door,blinkers,dashboard chimes *dummy lights*,along with Bose stereo. Last issues are REAR VIEW MIRROR…

Feb 6, 2024 · Electrical system · fire reported
The driver side window control caught fire, while the vehicle was sitting overnight. It was sitting by itself without reason to catch fire, but it did burn inside the driver side door.

Jan 2, 2024 · Electrical system
Unknown All the cluster panels quite working. RPM, Speed, Oil, Water, Gas shows always empty. Danger because have to guess my speed and never know if I have enough gas, oil, or water in my car. Also sometimes when I shut off my car I cannot get the key out of the steering column. Cannot leave my car without my keys.

Envoy model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2002	13	487	42	12
2003	7	394	42	8
2004	1	367	25	11
2005	2	488	27	14
2006	8	352	6	24
2007	5	219	7	16
2008	0	77	5	4

Across all years, the 2005 Envoy has the most complaints (488). All GMC Envoy years →

Questions

Does the 2005 GMC Envoy have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2005 GMC Envoy, the most recent reported on October 31, 2006 (Air bags: frontal). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 GMC Envoy?: Owners have filed 488 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (183 complaints), followed by fuel system, gasoline (164).
How many 2005 GMC Envoy complaints mention a crash or fire?: 27 of 488 complaints report a crash and 14 a fire; 34 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received January 28, 2026.