2005 Chevrolet Express Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 17%of 23 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 71,030miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the suspension of the 2005 Chevrolet Express, 17% of the 23 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 71,030 miles.
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.
“The brakes on my vehicle were inspected at homewood Chevrolet in illinois and they did not need pads or anything, however, the brakes brakes release on their own when you are driving. There was a hydraulic recall and I never received any information..the headlights on my car also keep burning out within weeks of having them changed. The vehicle has some suspension issue as well. There was also a recall for that which I received no notice for.I have not moved since purchasing this vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10667416, filed 2014-12, 115,060 miles“2005 Chevrolet Express shock tower failure. Consumer stated that the shock tower cracked in half. Was repaired. She states that the vehicle developed a shimmy after the repair. When the consumer took the vehicle to the shop for the shimmy, she was informed the tie rods had worn out and the technician stated that excessive weight and the wrong wheel/tire size caused additional stress and wear and tear on the vehicle. The ABS light flickered.”
NHTSA complaint #10212794, filed 2007-12, 2,700 miles“Subject vehicle is a 2005 chevy Express/explorer conversion van. The passenger side shock tower steel arm completely separated at the welded point. I drove vehicle to closest dealer. Was told that the vehicle took a hit and that it was not covered by manufacturer's warranty, and that it was not safe to drive. Was told that auto insurance might cover the damage. At no time was that vehicle involved in an accident. Filed claim with allstate. Dealer repair shop was authorized by in-house adjuster to determine if damage was covered. Insurance adjuster called to say they would cover the claim. …”
NHTSA complaint #10197741, filed 2007-07, 27,000 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while driving, the front passenger’s side tire started to wobble. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the tie rod needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving, the headlights failed to operate without engaging the lever. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the bulbs were replaced; however, the high-beam headlights failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was not repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11487063, filed 2022-09, 200,000 milesRelated 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…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 9% |
| 2016 | 1 | 7% |
| 2015 | 2 | 25% |
| 2012 | 1 | 8% |
| 2011 | 1 | 8% |
| 2010 | 1 | 7% |
| 2007 | 1 | 6% |
| 2006 | 1 | 8% |
| 2005 | 4 | 17% |
| 2004 | 1 | 5% |
| 2003 | 1 | 2% |
| 2002 | 4 | 7% |
| 2001 | 2 | 4% |
| 2000 | 6 | 7% |
| 1999 | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 | 2 | 9% |
| 1997 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2005 Chevrolet Express
6 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsTires
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Chevrolet Express
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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