2005 GMC Envoy: engine failure

6 of the 488 complaints about the 2005 GMC Envoy describe engine failure.

owner complaints: 6
of this car's complaints: 1%
typical mileage: 83,900
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 117 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Engine failure by model year

2008
1
2007
2
2006
6
2005
6
2004
2
2003
1
2002
18
1999
1
1998
1

What owners say

Filed Oct 10, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 83,900 miles · CA

The oil pressure gauge is reading above 80. Had oil changed immediately. Was told that there have been complaints regarding the mis reading of the instrument panel. Contacted gm and was told that at this time they are not covering the repairs and that it is the consumers responsibility to replace the engine sensor system. Gm has some of the rudest and nastiest customer service representatives. I had to call 3 times in one day. They even hung up on me . I spoke with [xxx], [xxx] and [xxx]. I asked about the safety of the vehicle and other potential problems, such as engine fire or entire system shutting down and not responding. They had absolutely no answer for me other than they are not covering the cost of the repair. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Sep 17, 2012 · Fuel system · 155,000 miles · NC

I was driving my 2005 gmc envoy through a parking lot when the engine failed, causing the car to jerk and come to a sudden and complete halt. The gas needle suddenly registered on empty (although there was fuel in the tank) but the SUV wouldn't restart so I had it towed. Per the independent mechanic's diagnostics, the fuel sending unit was bad, which caused the car to stall. In addition to that, the fuel level sensor was bad and required replacement along with the tank. Gmc had direct mailed me a letter several months prior regarding a fuel system issue; in that letter, gmc offered to pick up 50% of the costs of repairs. I contacted customer service to get information about the process and to confirm that it would be honored prior to towing the vehicle to the dealership, which I reiterated several times. During that call, I provided the VIN, mileage and a description of the problem per the independent mechanic. Gmc customer service bridged in the local dealership, who agreed that the work could be done within a day's time. Neither provided any caveats to honoring the "special coverage" offer. Based on our verbal agreement, I towed the car to the dealership who later agreed the fuel level sensor failed but stated the sending unit and tank weren't in need of repair as they'd put in 5 gallons of gas and started the engine. They also provided an estimate of $1150 for all of the work with the expectation that I'd pay 100% of the cost. After several calls/escalations, gmc refuses to pay any portion of any repairs not because the system wasn't faulty, but because my mileage exceeded their 120,000 mile "special coverage" limit (which was only disclosed after multiple calls). Gmc has shown no regard towards the safety hazard the faulty system presents to my life nor my passengers' lives or any unsuspecting motorists traveling the same course should the SUV stall again.

Filed Jul 14, 2010 · Electrical, Fuel system · 100,000 miles · MD

Out of nowhere my front head lights went out. Its not the fuse or the bulbs, both front low lights went out. The high beams work. There is no power going to the lights and I have to buy a new switch. I also had to replace the engine almost a year ago because the o rings went up. The gas gauge is broken and my passenger window will not go down. I feel so stuck with this car!

Filed Oct 29, 2006 · Engine, Fuel system · 40,000 miles · NY

First the engine started making noise and the engine light came on, the dealer replaced a belt for 200.00. Secondly the gas gauge stopped reading fuel levels, dealer stated that the sensor was dead and would cost 300.00 to replace. Next the engine died in the middle of the street. The vehicle will not turn over and the engine light is back on. Also they had a sunroof installed for me. A week after purchase the sunroof started to open and close even when the car was shut off, it was repaired but now I am having the same problem again.

Filed Jul 18, 2006 · Engine · 5 miles · AL

2005 gmc envoy xl purchase april 29, 2006 just a few weeks later my drive shaft was replaced. A few weeks later while trying to merge into heavy traffic off of the express way engine died. Vehicle is now at the dealership for the 5th time for same problem of engine stalling dealer has not been able to find problem. Drivers side door panel rattling and finally broke.

Filed Mar 15, 2006 · Electrical · 7,000 miles · CA · crash

I was driving home from work entering the freeway on ramp. The ramp is controlled by a signal and I was waiting my turn when the engine failed. I was coasting downhill into another car when I hit the brakes and there were no brakes. I bumped the car in front of me damaging the front grill and hood of my car. Submitted the car to the dealer for evaluation of an electrical problem. The dealer has been unable to duplicate.