2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD Problems
- Complaints
- 26filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 87,030miles, 24 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 26 consumer complaints for the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD. The part named most often is brakes, with 9 complaints (35% of the total), followed by electrical system (8) and transmission and drivetrain (4). 24 of the complaints include a mileage, and 29% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 87,030 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 500 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 16 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 103 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes9 35%
- Electrical system8 31%
- Other or unknown2 7.7%
- Air bags1 3.9%
- Exterior lighting1 3.9%
- Fuel system1 3.9%
- Hybrid propulsion system1 3.9%
- Steering1 3.9%
- Suspension1 3.9%
Also reported: Tires (1).
Example complaints
Brakes: “Brake lines rusting out no warning no brakes. On highway with my grandchildren went to hit thee brakes went to the floor I did get it stopped and towed home but could have been real bad if my family was hurt. Only 100000 on my truck and well cared for oil and everything”
NHTSA complaint #11129682, filed 2018-09, 100,000 milesElectrical system: “Speedometer issue: reads at least 50 MPH sitting still and registers more than 140 mpg at highway speed. My mechanic replaced the sensor in the unit and it worked for about 2 weeks and then it malfunctioned again. Cost to repair exceeds $700.00 as the instrument cluster must be replaced. This appears to be a common defect with these vehicles. Lack of a functioning speedometer is a safety issue! Transmission also required replacement at about 80k miles.”
NHTSA complaint #10538323, filed 2013-09, 100,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “The transfer case module is not working in this truck I changed the buttons unit but still the same problem and the power goes out in the middle of my diving. Several mechanics change some parts but still the same. I can won;t be able to get out in a situation where I need the 4x4 the dash doesn't show the correct information, only the fuel and RPM”
NHTSA complaint #11166728, filed 2019-01, 120,000 milesOther or unknown: “My son was driving home from work on the highway and the truck started shaking. He pulled over and saw that the tire was coming apart. This is a sumitomo tire 285/50r20 115h. Dot v4jd 3mtr4910. This was a very dangerous situation especially because all of the tires are the same. The truck was parked until we can figure out what to do.”
NHTSA complaint #11353731, filed 2020-09, 50,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
29% of the 24 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 41,200 and 105,442 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 500 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11020816Jul 18, 2025Other or unknown. This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- 11019074May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019073May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11019072May 30, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads.
- 11017252Mar 28, 2025Electrical system, Other or unknown. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
- 11014455Feb 20, 2025Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get…
- 11012907Dec 18, 2024Engine. This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 11010544Oct 7, 2024Engine. This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 11008956Sep 9, 2024Other or unknown. This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11007208Sep 6, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires…
Other model years of the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 26 | 87,030 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 17 | 60,200 | 0 | — | — | — | Falling |
| 2003 | 101 | 84,000 | 0 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 22 | 110,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2001 | 16 | 100,118 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
All Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD have?
NHTSA recorded 26 consumer complaints for the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 9 complaints (35% of the total), followed by electrical system with 8.
Has the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD reported?
Among the 24 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 87,030 miles and the middle half falls between 41,200 and 105,442 miles; 29% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.