2005 Chevrolet Classic Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 4%of 49 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 255,123miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the suspension of the 2005 Chevrolet Classic, 4% of the 49 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 255,123 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Normal driving conditions, then just started making faint noise, progressing more as time went by. Went to dealership several times was told there was no problem. Took it to another dealership left it. Was told they replaced p/s pump and replaced left door panel. Went back to 1st. Dealer several more times for same problem as before. They replaced a rubber grommet, right lower control arm. Still not fixed. Went back to 2nd dealer again,was told that GM said they had already fixed it once and they wouldn't fix it again. Because it was an ongoing problem with not just my car but others as well. …”
NHTSA complaint #10162247, filed 2006-07, 255,123 miles“I purchased my 2005 Chevrolet malibu Classic in february of 2005. So far my car has been in the shop 5 times. The first time was to fix a problem with the computer system. After driving long distances and turning on the air conditioner the car would completely turn itself off. This happened twice, in rush hour traffic. Next, an 02 sensor had to be replaced after the check engine light kept coming off an on. The last 3 times I have taken my car to two different dealerships to see if I can get my current problem resolved. …”
NHTSA complaint #10140685, filed 2005-10Related recalls
- 05V054000Feb 14, 2005Certain passenger vehicles equipped with rear suspension knuckle bolts that are not to specification and could fracture under high loads that can occur in…Covers: Chevrolet Classic 2005, Pontiac Grand AM 2005
Related service bulletins
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10190337Oct 1, 2017Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak and…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 2 | 4% |
| 2004 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2005 Chevrolet Classic
25 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Chevrolet Classic
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology