2005 GMC Savana owner complaints

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 GMC savana 1500. While the vehicle was parked, the contact checked the spare tire. While using the jack, the spare tire only came down six inches. The contact was unable to get the spare tire back up again. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the cable was cut to get the spare tire off; it was then placed in the rear of the van. The contact also stated that the brakes functioned poorly; the pedal was very low. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the brakes worked fine. The vehicle was then taken to a local repair shop where the contact was informed that left sensor on the left front wheel needed to be replaced. The mechanic replaced the hub assembly and replaced the rotor on the rear wheels. The rear plates on the rear whe

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 GMC savana 1500. When the contact examined the vehicle, he found that the spare tire cable was corroded. The cable was cut to remove the spare tire. The rear brake metal cover was also corroded causing rotors and brake pads to fail. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the rear rotors and brake pads were replaced. The contact planned to call the manufacturer. The failure and the current mileages were approximately 64,000. Updated 1/21/11 *cn updated 04/20/11

2005 GMC 2500 has severe rust on brake bearing spindles & knock head joints. *ts *jb

Foot brake is not functioning if parked on a grade greater than 8 degrees. As always, foot brake only applied after the gear is shifted on park. I didn't discover the foot brake is not properly function until several years after purchase. It seems the foot brake was not adjusted at all before the vehicle left the factory. If I have the gear set on neutral on driveway, only apply the foot brake, vehicle rolls by itself. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 GMC savana. While traveling at 20 MPH, the contact applied the brakes and the vehicle began to shake and vibrate excessively. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the rear brake pads and rotors where replaced. There were no prior warnings of the failure. The current and failure mileages were 33,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 GMC savanna. The contact stated that the brake pedal depressed down to the floor. The contact's mechanic examined the vehicle and stated that the brake booster was leaking fluid. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was informed that there was no warranty on the brake booster. The failure and current mileages were 190,000.

Side cargo rear door hinges siezed and bent after opening. Now it does not close properly (alignment from hinge), causing front side cargo door to stay open at all times. Rear door is over 1" out of position, preventing front door from closing and engaging latch. If rear door is opened, it does not close without excessive force to realign to latches, but still not enough to close front door. *tr

Paint is pealing and blowing off in sheets and body is rusting. *tr

White van since was 4 years old the front hood white paint star peeling off . Know is have paint only. Bad quality paint. You can see in the road almost all Chevy or GMC cargo van with the same problem. *tr

2005 GMC savanna with tire failure. Consumer states that the van has had three tire blow outs. He stated that the blow outs occurred on the same tire and the same spot. *kb the consumer was told the low profile tires were not a good match for the vehicle. The consumer also stated he has experienced problems with the electronics and the wheels. *jb

We received a Safety Recall for our GMC 2005 G3500 school bus in the mail. The GM recall # is N222386050. The NHTSA Campaign ID number for this recall is 23V247. I have contacted our local dealer to resolve the recall and I was informed by the dealer that they are not sure if they can perform this type of work. I then called the Manufacturer's number on our recall letter to find out where to get this work done, I keep getting transferred to different departments only to reach voicemail boxes. Can anyone please let me know if this recall can be resolved by any nearby dealer or vehicle shop? My name is Diego, you can contact me at (914) 432-6929, and my email address is diegoc@hfadm.org. Attached to this complaint is the recall letter we received. I'm looking forward to hearing from someone.

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 GMC savanna 3500 equipped with uniroyal laredo hd tires, size: 245/75/r16. The contact stated that both rear tires experienced tread separation. The manufacturer was notified and instructed the contact to have the tires inspected by an authorized dealer. The contact scheduled an appointment to have the vehicle inspected. The failure mileage of the tire and the vehicle were unavailable. The VIN was not available.

Tire "definity dakota" had defected just for 20,000 mi. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 GMC savana. While making a left turn at 5 MPH, the contact heard a grinding noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. The dealer replaced the power steering gear twice and the steering pump once. The current mileage was 4,500 and failure mileage was 3,800. Updated 02/01/08. *lj updated 02/01/08 *tr

While driving on bumpy road at 30 miles / hour car turns off. I could not turn, power steering locked. Car eventually stopped in the middle of the busy road and I brake, changed gears to park. I turn ignition key off and then turned it on again. This happen a few times. I try to avoid bumpy areas. I took to mechanic & he found nothing wrong with engine. I did to mention it only happens on bumpy rides, ( he drove it on expressway). I just found out GMC cars have a recall on key ignitions but not my 2005 GMC. I contacted GMC and my local dealer but they say it is not recalled and unless it happens while they drive it they can't diagnose it. They will not fix it unless they diagnose it. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 GMC savana. While attempting to activate the air conditioning system the contact noticed that vehicle would not become cool. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the contact was informed that the cooling lines needed to be replaced due to a leak. There were no prior warnings and the vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileages were 41000. The coolant lines that ran to the rear climate control were leaking freon. Updated 11/24/10

I had a new front windshield sold by PGW installed by Coughlin Auto Glass in Deer Lodge Montana in November - December 2022. I immediately noticed that the windshield did not allow RED LIGHT to pass through the tinted area. This is most likely due to a manufacturing defect and is dangerous. Unfortunately I did not have time to argue with the installer about a replacement until now, as I have been out of the state until yesterday. The installer confirmed that the glass was defective. He states that he contacted PGW today and that they will not replace the window. He and Pittsburg Glass Works state that they have had no other complaints and that it is too late to do anything about it. I suspect there is an entire batch of glass windshields that have this manufacturing defect. The cons

Dt*: the contact stated while driving between 40 and 50 MPH the entire vehicle vibrated. In an attempt to correct the problem the tires and rims were changed, by the dealer. This had no affect and the vibration still occurred. The dealer indicated the vibration can be felt, but the cause can not be determined.

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 GMC savana 1500. The air bag warning light illuminated on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who stated that the frontal air bag sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 46,000.