1. On or about 9/2009 it was discovered our 2005 gm truck series tc4c042 was constructed at the gm factory without an air bag. It was discovered by a 3rd party repair shop, and confirmed by a local gm dealer who printed the build report. 2.na 3. After an exhaustive amount of phone calls to the gm service center who intern turned the matter over to tech services and the local dealer all of which stated they could do nothing to remedy the problem of the failure to install the passenger air bag. Gm customer services and the local dealer does not want to assist in the resolution in the matter.
The worst 2005 GMC Topkick problems
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Recalls 3
Steering
- What is wrong
- On certain medium duty trucks equipped with zf model 8018 steering gears, the steering gear may have been produced incorrectly. A steering gear with this condition may produce the feeling of hitting a curb and a cracking or pinging sound when the steering wheel is turned.
- Risk
- The steering wheel position may be off-center and increased effort may be required when turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect for certain date codes and verify the mileage on steering gears and replace gears as necessary. The recall began on october 25, 2007. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438; gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463; or isuzu at 1‑800‑255‑6727.
Recall number 07V469000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid
- What is wrong
- Certain 2003-2005 model year 4500/5500 series chevrolet kodiak, school bus chassis, and gmc topkick vehicles; and 2003-2004 model year gmc school bus chassis vehicles equipped with an 8.1l engine and hydromax brake system. The power steering hose may come into contact with a portion of the intermediate steering shaft. A hole could be worn in the hose and a loss of hydraulic fluid would occur.
- Risk
- If there is sufficient amount of fluid loss, the driver will hear a noise from the power steering pump, the brake warning light and warning tone will activate. Increased effort may be required for steering and braking, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Gm will notify its customers and dealers will reroute the power steering hose. If the steel braiding of the hose is exposed, dealers are to replace the hose free of charge. The recall began on july 12, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 800‑630‑2438 or gmc at 866‑996‑9463.
Recall number 05V288000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Certain trucks, sport utility vehicles, and vans equipped with bosch hydro-boost brake assemblies, the hydraulic brake booster pressure accumulator may crack and separate from the hydro-boost assembly during normal operating conditions.
- Risk
- If a separation occurred and the hood of the vehicle were open, fragments from the accumulator could cause injury to people in the immediate area. The presence of this crack or fractured surface could allow the hydraulic fluid to leak from the accumulator circuit of the booster assembly. The loss of fluid would cause increased steering and braking effort and a crash may occur without prior warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will test the hydro-boost assembly for functional operation of the two-function valve. If the hydro-boost assembly fails the test, dealers will replace the assembly free of charge. The recall began on march 23, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc trucks at 1‑866‑996‑9463 and hummer at 1‑800‑732‑5493.
Recall number 05V043000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 GMC Topkick 554
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of...
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field...
- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire...
- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities
- This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves...
- This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as...
- This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the...
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Is the 2005 GMC Topkick reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2005 GMC Topkick, fewer than a typical Topkick model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 GMC Topkick?
Airbags, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2005 GMC Topkick have?
3 recalls, covering steering and service brakes, hydraulic.
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