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2005 GMC Envoy fuel system problems

226 complaints (46% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 74,000. 3 crashes reported.

owner complaints
226
of this car's complaints
46%
typical mileage
74,000
crashes
3
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Storage: fuel gauge system
    21
  • Delivery: fuel pump
    2
  • Delivery
    2
  • Fuel injection system: injectors
    1
  • Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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GMC Envoy fuel system problems in other years

1995200020052009

Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 GMC Envoy fuel system

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Fuel gauge 187Fuel pump 13

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Related investigations

Fuel Level Gauge System FailureOpened January 7, 2010, closed May 23, 2011

The Office of Defects Investigation has received 668 complaints alleging inaccurate fuel gauge reading while driving in model year 2005-07 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, and Saab 9-7x vehicles.Of the 668 complaints, 58 incidents were alleged to result in a vehicle stall.Of the 58 stalling incidents, 43 complaints reported stalling because the fuel level reading indicated more fuel availability than what is actually in the fuel tank. One complaint alleged a vehicle crash after the vehicle stalled while exiting the interstate, became disabled, and was struck from behind.Summarily, the complaints show an apparent increasing trend, with most complaints received within the past year.A Preliminary Evaluation has been opened to assess the scope, frequency and potential safety consequences associated with the alleged defect.

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What 2005 GMC Envoy owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 30, 2019 · Fuel system · 83,352 miles · CA

Fuel leaked everywhere had to replace the fuel pipe, hose and more pipes. Representatives at gmc adviced me that other vehicles with the same tank has recalls and my vehicle should be part of the recall! I called gmc multiple times and they opened and closed the case without any investigation as they promised! I paid $991.55 for something that should have been covered in a recall. I believe it is recall id 12v459000 just based on my internet searches. Gmc is denying me an investigation! Please help me one case # opened with gmc was [xxx] I don't know where I can get my $991.55 back and gmc keeps brushing me off and dismissing me. It is terrible! Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 29, 2019 · Airbags, Fuel system · 142,000 miles · GA · crash · 3 injuries

My accident was may 25th 2018, my back passenger went off of a soft shoulder throwing me into 2 trees, I hit first one and seatbelt came apart but still over one shoulder hitting second tree and only thing that saved me was my right foot was under the brake and not on it, I hit my head on windshield causing me to have vision problems, severe whiplash, and rsd in right leg, I have to have cane, walker, or powerchair, my husband wants a divorce bc of my depression, my kids get fustrasted bc I forget I said something and I continue to repeatedly say thing, I never had none of this wrong with me till this accident and monique hill in claims says none of my injuries nor my family problems have nothing to do with general motors and I didn't hit sensors, I never had a seatbelt on but if that was the case that ding sound wouldn't have stopped! My life has completely changed and I'm losing my family bc of a accident

Filed Oct 31, 2018 · Acceleration, Engine · 143,000 miles · MI · crash

Vehicle was stationary and in drive when it had a uncontrolled acceleration resulting in a collision with a garage where it was being parked. Extensive damage resulted to the home and vehicle. No injuries.

Filed Aug 16, 2017 · Fuel system · 105,000 miles · GA

My gas gauge stopped showing how much gas is in the tank. Even when it is full, it still shows that it is empty.

Filed Jul 27, 2017 · Fuel system · 132,000 miles · TX · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 2005 gmc envoy. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the driver was flagged down by another driver who noticed smoke underneath the front passenger side of the vehicle. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and became engulfed in flames. The police, department of public safety, and fire department arrived at the scene. The fire department extinguished the fire. Both fire and police reports were filed. There were no injuries reported. The department of public safety diagnosed that the fire was started by a fractured fuel line. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was totaled and towed to a tow yard. The failure mileage was 132,000.

Filed May 5, 2017 · Fuel system · 50,900 miles · FL

Fuel gauge is erratic. After I fill up the tank, the fuel warning light comes on, the gauge is on empty and the message "low fuel" displays. This happens when the vehicle is stationary, in motion, on a city street and on the highway.

Filed Sep 2, 2016 · Fuel system · 58,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 gmc envoy. Upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor inside the vehicle. Upon inspecting the vehicle, it was noticed that fuel was leaking under the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000.

Filed Jun 1, 2016 · Electrical, Fuel system · TX

Reading numerous complaints that compare to mine the fuel gauge, oil gauges, air conditioner are all malfunctioning in my car and I'm very upset because all of this should have been recalled. I purchased my car brand new in 2005 and I will never buy a gmc car again for this reason it's one thing to recall repair parts that were broken that to repair malfunction parts. Very disappointed. In short my gauges don't work, my air conditioner only works on one side and now my headlights low bean don't work. Gmc needs to recall and repair.

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.

Questions about the 2005 GMC Envoy fuel system

Does the 2005 GMC Envoy have fuel system problems?

Owners have filed 226 complaints about the fuel system of the 2005 GMC Envoy, 46% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2005 GMC Envoy fuel system problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 74,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2005 GMC Envoy fuel system?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the GMC Envoy have the most fuel system problems?

The GMC Envoy model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2005 (226 complaints), 2006 (180 complaints) and 2003 (94 complaints).

Other 2005 GMC Envoy problems

Electrical 183Lights 45Engine 41Airbags 28Acceleration 22Transmission 18Visibility 17Body 16Brakes 16Steering 11Suspension 7Locks 5Seats 5Seat belts 4Tires 3Driver assistance 2Wheels 1

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