I HAVE A 2005 CHEVY VENTURE. THERE'S A BAR THAT ATTACHES MY AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR TO THE VAN AND MAKES THE DOOR OPEN AND CLOSE. WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSING, IT CAUSES A TRIANGULAR GAP BETWEEN THE DOOR, VAN AND BAR. THE AUTOMATIC DOOR HAS A SENSOR THAT IF SOMEONE IS IN BETWEEN THE DOOR AND VAN, IT WILL STOP AND OPEN THE DOOR UP. THERE IS A PIECE OF PLASTIC ON THE FLOOR WHERE THE CARPET STOPS AND BEF…
2005 Chevrolet Venture body problems
severe 8 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500
Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$1,500
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12 2004, I ENTERED THE MIDDLE ROW OF MY SON-IN-LAW?S NEW 2005 CHEVROLET VENTURE. THIS VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC SLIDING REAR SIDE DOOR. AFTER I SAT DOWN AND CLOSED THE DOOR, IT SEEMED TO NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY. I PROCEEDED TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE DOOR AGAIN. AS THE DOOR STARTED TO OPEN, I TRIED CLOSING IT WITH THE DOOR HANDLE. HOWEVER, IT CONTINUED TO OPEN FULLY. BY THE…
CHEVY VENTURE: POWER SLIDING DOOR (DRIVER SIDE) DOES NOT CLOSE AND LATCH CORRECTLY. *TR
POWER SLIDING DOORS DON'T HAVE SAFETY SENSORS ON THEM, THEY WILL SHUT ON WHATEVER IS IN THE WAY, THEY HAVE LEFT A BRUISE ON ME WHEN I WAS STANDING IN THE WAY OF THE DOOR. YOUNGER CHILDREN OR EVEN ADULTS COULD BE HURT OR POSSIBLY KILLED IN THEM. *NM
THE PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR OPENS AT RANDOM WHILE STOPPED AND IN MOTION EXPOSING PASSENGERS TO A SERIOUS RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2005 Chevrolet Venture?
It's a meaningful issue. 8 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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