I HAVE HAD THE CHEVROLET UPLANDER IN FOR REPAIR ON A REAR PASSENGER DOOR THAT KEEPS MALFUNCTIONING. THEY HAVE REPAIRED IT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS BUT IT IS KNOW OUT OF MANUFACTURING WARRANTY. THE DOOR HAS BEEN REPAIRED TO THE BEST OF GMAC ABILITY THEY CAN NOT FIGURE OUT THE PROBLEM BUT THE DOOR NOW WILL FALL SHUT WHEN ON A DOWNHILL INCLINE REGARDLESS IF ANYONE IS IN THE DOOR. THEY ARE SUPPOSE TO B…
2005 chevrolet Uplander body problems
severe 34 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500
Complaints
34
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,500
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
I HAVE A 2005 CHEVY UPLANDER. BOTH REAR SLIDING DOORS LIKE TO REOPEN BY THEMSELVES. WE BOUGHT THE VAN USED IN FEBRUARY 2006. THE FIRST TIME IT STARTED HAPPENING WAS MARCH OF 2006. WE FINALLY TOOK THE VAN IN JUNE OF 2006 TO SEE WHAT WAS GOING ON. THE DEALERSHIP COULD NOT SEEM TO FIGURE IT OUT. WE HAD IT IN A FEW MORE TIMES AND THEY FINALLY TOLD US THAT THE DRIVER SIDE SLIDING DOOR LATCH AND LOCK NE…
Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2005 chevrolet Uplander?
It's a meaningful issue. 34 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,500.
At what mileage does the body typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,500 for body repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to body?
No active recalls currently cover body issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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