Worst 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Brakes
Hydraulic Brakes
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 5 | — | — | 48,911 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Instrument Cluster | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist System | 1 | — | 1 | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System | 1 | — | — | — |
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2005 GMC Sierra 3500 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 reliable?
What are common problems with the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500?
At what mileage do problems start on the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500?
Does the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2005 GMC Sierra 3500?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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