Does the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500, the most recent reported on October 6, 2008 (Equipment adaptive/mobility). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500?

Owners have filed 115 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (42 complaints), followed by service brakes (19).

How many 2005 GMC Sierra 2500 complaints mention a crash or fire?

4 of 115 complaints report a crash and 6 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2005 GMC Sierra 2500 recalls and problems

1 recall and 115 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500.

recalls

115

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 Sierra 2500 recalls

Equipment adaptive/mobility

NHTSA campaign 08V519000 · reported October 6, 2008 · MOBILITY WORKS · 133 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mobilityworks is recalling 133 my 2005-2006 ford e250, my 2000, 2004-2006 e350, my 2000, 2005 e450, my 2005-2006 gmc 2500, gmc 3500, and my 2006 dodge 2500 vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for 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: A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
The fix: Mobilityworks 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 mobilityworks at 1-800-769-8267.

Most reported problems

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

Electrical system42
Service brakes19
Service brakes, hydraulic19
Steering16
Engine and engine cooling13
Power train7
Structure6
Engine5
Wheels5
Air bags3

What owners report

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

Dec 23, 2023 · Air bags
1). Dash light stays on constantly and reads SERVICE AIR BAG. This was checked out at an auto repair shop. If air bag doesn't respond, it could be fatal. 2). Check engine light is always on. Was checked out at an auto repair shop and repaired on 10/19/2021. 3). Right engine exhaust manifold is cracked and leaking…

Feb 1, 2022 · Unknown or other
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Mar 4, 2021 · Structure · 61,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 GMC SIERRA 2500. THE CONTACT STATED HE REPLACED ALL THE BRAKE LINES ON THE VEHICLE AND ALSO STATED THAT THE BODY FRAME OF THE VEHICLE WAS CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENCE MECHANIC WHERE ALL THE CORRODED BRAKE LINES WERE REPLACE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. A DEALER WAS…

Feb 15, 2020 · Unknown or other
MY TRUCK HAS HAD THE ODOMETER ROLLED BACK ACORDING TO THE CARFAX REPORT. I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK ABOUT 2 YEARS AGO AND WAS UNAWARE OF THE UNTIL TODAY WHEN I TRIED TO TRADE IT IN AND THE SALESMAN MADE ME AWARE OF THIS

Feb 3, 2020 · Electrical system · 160,000 miles · fire reported
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND TURNED OFF THE FOG LAMPS ACTIVATED INDEPENDENTLY. WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DASHBOARD HAD MELTED AND A BURNING ODOR WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT…

Sierra 2500 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2002	1	134	10	1
2003	0	160	7	4
2004	1	143	4	4
2005	1	115	4	6
2006	1	66	4	3
2007	3	83	2	1
2008	3	63	4	0

Across all years, the 2003 Sierra 2500 has the most complaints (160). All GMC Sierra 2500 years →

Questions

Does the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500, the most recent reported on October 6, 2008 (Equipment adaptive/mobility). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500?: Owners have filed 115 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (42 complaints), followed by service brakes (19).
How many 2005 GMC Sierra 2500 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 4 of 115 complaints report a crash and 6 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received December 23, 2023.