CarRecallWatchThe 2005 GMC Sierra 2500 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 115 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 6 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (42 reports).
2005 GMC Sierra 2500 recalls
Most common 2005 GMC Sierra 2500 problems
Problem areas named in the 115 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 42 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 |
| Service Brakes | 19 |
| Steering | 17 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 13 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Wheels | 5 |
| Engine | 5 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
What owners report
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 exhaust. Was checked out at a muffler repair shop. In time I'm afraid fumes my leak into the truck cab. 4). A brake line ruptured and was repaired on 09/02/2020.
This is a test
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 NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 61,000.
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
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 WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT YET DETERMINED. THE MANUFACTURER AND LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 160,000.
2005 GMC Sierra 2500 questions
Does the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500?
Based on 115 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (42), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (22), Service Brakes (19).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 GMC Sierra 2500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.