2005 GMC Envoy Xuv problems
Verdict · NHTSA data
A typical year for this model
The 2005 GMC Envoy Xuv sits mid-pack among Envoy Xuv years: 30 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 30, with no recalls and 2 closed investigations.
Fuel System leads the complaint categories with 10 reports (33% of the total).
30
NHTSA complaints
0
Recalls
2
Investigations
0
Crash-involved
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
—
NCAP overall
How does 2005 compare to other Envoy Xuv years?
What are the most common 2005 GMC Envoy Xuv problems?
| Component | Complaints | Share | vs prior year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 10 | 33% | ▼ down |
| Electrical System | 7 | 23% | ▼ down |
| Visibility & Wipers | 3 | 10% | ▼ down |
| Body & Structure | 2 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Suspension | 2 | 7% | — flat |
| Latches & Locks | 2 | 7% | ▼ down |
| Other | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Engine | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Airbags | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
| Transmission | 1 | 3% | ▼ down |
Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA
Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 GMC ENVOY XUV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE WAS DEFECTIVE AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ALLOW HER TO ADD MORE THAN 15 GALLONS OF GASOLINE INTO THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 95,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS…”
“2006 GMC XUV HAS A TAILGATE PROBLEM WITH NOT OPENING WITH ELECTRIC OPENER. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THERE IS NO EMERGENCY WAY TO OPEN THE TAILGATE SINCE THE LATCHES ONLY OPERATE WITH ELECTRICITY (SWITCHES). WEATHER IS THE MAIN FAULT POOR ENGINEERING LETS PARTS GET WET INSIDE THE DOOR FRAME AND DESTROYS…”
“CAR WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY FOR THE AFTERNOON AND THE REAR GLASS SHATTERED FOR NO REASON. NO EVIDENCE OF ANYTHING HITTING REAR GLASS. HALF THE GLASS WAS INSIDE VEHICLE AND HALF THE GLASS WAS BLOWN BACKON THE HOOD AND BUMPER OF MY SECOND CAR WHICH WAS PARKED DIRECTLY BEHIND SAID VEHICLE. NEITHER ONE…”
“2006 GMC XUV HAS A TAILGATE PROBLEM WITH NOT OPENING WITH ELECTRIC OPENER. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THERE IS NO EMERGENCY WAY TO OPEN THE TAILGATE SINCE THE LATCHES ONLY OPERATE WITH ELECTRICITY (SWITCHES). WEATHER IS THE MAIN FAULT POOR ENGINEERING LETS PARTS GET WET INSIDE THE DOOR FRAME AND DESTROYS…”
“VEHICLE: 2005 GMC ENVOY XUV ISSUE: REAR DOOR LATCHES FAILED DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUST BUILD UP. PROBLEM IS EXACTLY LIKE THAT FOUND ON 2002-03 ENVOY. ROAD SALT GETS INTO LATCH AND RUSTS OUT. BOTH DOOR EFFECTED AND REQUIRED REM=PLACEMENT. *TR”
2005 GMC Envoy Xuv — common questions
Is the 2005 GMC Envoy Xuv reliable?
It is close to typical for the Envoy Xuv: 30 NHTSA complaints, 0 recalls, and 2 investigations on file.
What are the most common 2005 Envoy Xuv problems?
According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are fuel system (10 complaints), electrical system (7 complaints), visibility & wipers (3 complaints).
Does the 2005 GMC Envoy Xuv have recalls?
No. NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2005 GMC Envoy Xuv.
Is the 2005 GMC Envoy Xuv under NHTSA investigation?
NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.
Which GMC Envoy Xuv years should you avoid?
Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Envoy Xuv years to avoid are 2004. The cleanest record among Envoy Xuv years belongs to 2003.
Related
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.