2005 Chevrolet Venture Problems
- Complaints
- 42filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 50,000miles, 31 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 3.4L 6-cyl FWD · 17 city / 24 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2005 Chevrolet Venture (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 42 consumer complaints for the 2005 Chevrolet Venture. The part named most often is fuel system, with 10 complaints (24% of the total), followed by body and structure (9) and latches, locks and linkages (8). 31 of the complaints include a mileage, and 48% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 50,000 miles. Of all complaints, 7 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 9 an injury, 2 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 509 technical service bulletins for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 16 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Body and structure complaints overlap with 12 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.
- Fuel system10 24%
- Body and structure9 21%
- Air bags5 12%
- Brakes5 12%
- Electrical system5 12%
- Engine cooling3 7.1%
- Steering3 7.1%
- Equipment2 4.8%
- Exterior lighting2 4.8%
Also reported: Seat belts (2), Transmission and drivetrain (2), Suspension (1).
Example complaints
Fuel system: “We have been smelling gasoline fumes in and outside our van. Sometimes it is very potent and other times faint. When we walk into our garage, we can smell it also. It occurs often when making a left-hand turn. When we inspect it, we can't find any leak. We smell this from a half tank to empty.”
NHTSA complaint #10683516, filed 2015-02, 225,000 milesBody and structure: “My wife hit a old style van that had stopped for a dog crossing a the road. The whole front end had to be replaced. Hood, grill, lights, both fender had to be repaired, also the steal tube under the radiator frame had to be cut out and replaced. On 11/5/2010 I hit a deer going 30 MPH, again front end damage. Both times the air bags didn't deploy, and on star didn't respond. I asked two different Chevrolet dealers if the air bag sensor could be tested, answer was no.”
NHTSA complaint #10747955, filed 2015-08, 49,357 milesLatches, locks and linkages: “While the contact was driving 30mph the driver side rear door had suddenly slid open. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealership and the contact noticed beforehand that the door would not open electronically. The current and failure mileage is 69250. Bml”
NHTSA complaint #10280846, filed 2009-08, 69,250 milesAir bags: “I was turning through a left bend on a residential road at approximately 45 MPH. Posted speed 40 MPH, when the rear axle split at the drivers side hub. This caused me to spin around and crash between a power pole and a tree. My air bags never deployed even with frontal impact and both side door impacted. We walked away with minor whiplash and a few bumps here and there, but the van was totaled with less than 31,000 miles on it and it was well maintained.”
NHTSA complaint #10184699, filed 2007-03, 31,235 milesMileage when problems were reported
48% of the 31 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 34,000 and 90,000 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.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2005 Chevrolet Venture. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venture · sedan | not rated | 4 / 4 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2005 Chevrolet Venture version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venture FWD | 3.4L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,550 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 04V597000Dec 22, 2004Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › LatchCovers: Chevrolet Venture 1997–2005, Pontiac Montana 1997–2005, Oldsmobile Silhouette 1997–2004 +1 more
On certain minivans equipped with second-row bucket seats or captain's chairs and a power sliding door on the passenger side of the vehicle, a passenger using the interior handle to open the power sliding door could be injured.
Recall details for the 2005 Chevrolet Venture → · Check a 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. 509 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.
- 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…
- 11011782Dec 7, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is…
- 11009156Oct 25, 2024Electrical system. This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester…
- 11007744Sep 12, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical…
- 11007743Sep 12, 2024Other or unknown. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical…
- 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).
Other model years of the Chevrolet Venture
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 42 | 50,000 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 124 | 65,675 | 3 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 185 | 64,688 | 5 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 220 | 50,000 | 3 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 222 | 57,070 | 9 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2000 | 350 | 65,000 | 5 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 1999 | 349 | 65,000 | 4 | — | 18 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1998 | 409 | 82,000 | 7 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 1997 | 432 | 78,000 | 6 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Chevrolet Venture model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2005 Chevrolet Venture have?
NHTSA recorded 42 consumer complaints for the 2005 Chevrolet Venture as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2005 Chevrolet Venture is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 10 complaints (24% of the total), followed by body and structure with 9.
Has the 2005 Chevrolet Venture been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2005 Chevrolet Venture get?
The EPA rates the 2005 Chevrolet Venture (Venture FWD, 3.4L 6-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 17 city and 24 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2005 Chevrolet Venture reported?
Among the 31 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 50,000 miles and the middle half falls between 34,000 and 90,000 miles; 48% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
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.