2005 GMC Envoy: engine stalls while driving

Filed Apr 26, 2023 · Electrical · MI · fire

The contact owned a 2005 GMC Envoy. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH the entire dashboard illuminated and needles on gauges had begun to move independently. The contact heard an abnormal "popping" sound from the front end of the vehicle and gray smoke was emitted from under the hood, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull off of the roadway and placed the vehicle into park (P) with difficulty. The contact exited the vehicle and moved away towards the rear end. The contact stated that she noticed flames under the vehicle located at the front end. The contact stated that within 3 minutes of observing the flames under the vehicle, the entire front end became engulfed by flames. The police and fire department arrived on the scene. The contact stated that the fire department used a chemical to extinguish the flames, the contact stated that the flames had burned not only the front end and front tires but the front part of the passenger cabin including the seats. The contact stated that the highway patrol wrote a report and had been informed by the fire department that the fire appeared to have been caused by the electrical system. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jun 23, 2020 · Electrical · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 gmc envoy. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the ignition switch was replaced. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer declined to offer assistance since the vehicle was not repaired by an authorized dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Aug 25, 2016 · Electrical · ID

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 gmc envoy. The contact stated that the vehicle randomly stalled more than three times. The dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN and failure mileage were not available.

Filed Aug 20, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 115,000 miles · NC

When stopped in traffic or at a stop light, my vehicle will idle roughly and sometime stall. It does this in drive, neutral and park. I've had it checked and they couldn't find anything wrong. There are no codes showing a problem.

Filed Aug 8, 2015 · Electrical, Fuel system · 77,000 miles · DC

Vehicle intermittently stalls/stops.

Filed Sep 26, 2014 · Brakes · 77,000 miles · KS

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 envoy gmc. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled on numerous occasions. The contact was concerned that the fatal may result in a fatal injury. The vehicle was taken to a dealer on several occasions where it was diagnosed that the air boot and vacuum seal needed to be repaired additionally the vacuum booster on the brake line and cluster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 77,000.

Filed Sep 18, 2014 · Electrical · 128,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 gmc envoy. While attempting to stop the vehicle, it stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted, but the failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 128,000.

Filed Aug 28, 2014 · Electrical · NC

2005 gmc envoy. Consumer writes in regards to concerns that vehicle has not been included in the ignition switch recall. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle suddenly stalled, while driving 70 MPH. The speedometer went to zero, and all the lights went out. The consumer was unable to steer the vehicle. According to the repair invoice, the ignition switch dropped out voltage.

Filed Apr 10, 2014 · Electrical · 89,734 miles · MI

Gmc envoy shut down while driving. All power lost. Vehicle came to a complete stop just a few feet before an intersection. Dealer replaced ignition switch, due to "multiple codes stored in the ECM." ironically, almost 2 years prior, same issue with the vehicle happened on the express way. We were lucky to be able to get to the side of the road before the vehicle came to a stop. Ignition switch was replaced during that incident as well. Two ignition switches have been replaced in the same vehicle over the course of 2 years. I'm surprised that this vehicle isn't part of the gm ignition recall!

Filed Aug 6, 2013 · Electrical · MD

Initially the amp gauge pegged out followed within a month by the speedometer giving up or sometimes reading 120 MPH while sitting at a red light. I was told that this was a common problem and could be repaired at a cost of about $600. Not being able to afford that at the time, I installed a GPS unit so I would have some type of speedometer. Within 2 mos. Time the car stalled upon takeoff from a light with ringing bells,the dash warning lights dimly lit and the tachometer bouncing from 500 to 2500 rpms while the engine was stopped. The car would not re-start until the key was turned off once or twice and the warning lights lit brightly. This problem has been recurring more and more frequently sometimes at highway speeds over 65mph. I'm told gm is well aware of the problem but refuses to issue a recall because it is not mandated as a "safety problem". I drive the interstates for a living and have nearly been rear ended numerous times already. How can this not be a safety issue and how can a company which took millions of taxpayer bailout money not be forced to deal with this issue.

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 Nov 7, 2011 · Fuel system · 88,500 miles · NJ

I noticed that when I filled up the tank the light came on as if the tank was empty. I actually stopped when I was pulling out of the gas station and looked at my receipt and questioned the attendant. The tank was full. The gauge was erratic from then on going from full to empty in a matter of two to three miles and it has been happening regularly. The funny thing was that I just got a letter from gmc advising me of this problem and magnanimously offering to pay for 50% of the cost. I couldn't believe the timing. Thinking it was a minor thing I called the local dealer to set up an appointment and found out that I am facing a minimum of $600.00 for dropping my gas tank and checking to see what the problem is. Seriously!!!???? When I researched this it appears that this is a rampant problem with these vehicles. Why is this not a recall?? Why am I burdened with this ridiculous cost when it is apparent that this is a manufacturing problem. This is a very dangerous situation as a false reading on the gas gauge could make the driver think they have a full tank when in fact it is empty an the vehicle could stall out in the middle of traffic and cause a horrific accident. I would like to add my request for action from gmc to fix this problem immediately at their expense - not the consumers'.