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2005 GMC Canyon Electrical system Problems

Complaints
23about this part
Share
20%of 113 total for the year
Median mileage
58,000miles
Trend
StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 23 complaints about the electrical system of the 2005 GMC Canyon, 20% of the 113 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 58,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“My 2005 Gmc Canyon continues to have issues with the passlock ii system. No modifications have been made to the ignition switch, keys, or any other electrical system. The passlock prevents me from starting my truck because for some reason the computer thinks it is trying to be stolen. The last time this issue occured, my truck was parked in my garage. When attempted to start, the truck cranked but did not start and the passlock light came on. I had to sit and wait for 10 minutes until the light went off. …”

NHTSA complaint #11062037, filed 2018-01, 129,000 miles

“Over the past 5 years I have had to place my blower motor, blower motor's resistor, and the connectors for each of these parts to be able to fix my AC. I've searched the web, talked to mechanics, held discussions with various auto-parts employees, and even talked to several chevy/Gmc dealerships, and found that each of them have all seen or herd about this problem many times in the past. This is something that shouldn't be tolerated and really needs to be recalled. …”

NHTSA complaint #10515645, filed 2013-06, 50,000 miles

“I got a safety bulletin from Gmc #14609 stating that there is a problem with my air bag light,. It can go on due to wires in the rear door breaking, the air bag can go off also. This is a safety issue with the air bags, I have the problem with the air bag light on. They said they would fix it or reimburse me if I paid in the past to have it fixed. Well they said I was off of warranty 1-15 . This is a safety issue, the dealer will not fix it for free. Why did they send me this bulletin with my VIN number attached? …”

NHTSA complaint #10787387, filed 2015-10, 50,000 miles

“The ABS fault light comes on and the ABS system starts trying to over work. This in my opinion is a safety hazard. I have had this looked at and have been told it's a known issue, however no recall. Second issue:HVAC system has a known issue where it keeps over heating and the HVAC harness has to be replaced, after being burned. This is also a safety issue. My vehicle is out of warranty now. Im sure you have other folks reporting these issues...just look at the forums on the internet...”

NHTSA complaint #10483282, filed 2012-11, 66,000 miles

“I replaced the fuel filter on my 2005 Gmc Canyon as part of regular maintenance. In order to perform the fuel filter replacement I disconnected the negative terminal of the battery. After maintenance, the battery was hooked up. Vehicle now exhibits the following symptoms. 1) drivers side window inoperable. 2) power door locks inoperable from divers side master switch. 3) vehicle does not automatically lock doors when shifted from p to r or d. 4) keyless entry inoperable. This is not the first time this condition has presented itself after unhooking the battery. …”

NHTSA complaint #10680996, filed 2015-02, 96,500 miles

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Electrical system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2025225%
20242613%
20232032%
20221450%
202118%
2020321%
2019529%
20181019%
20171218%
20163814%
20153211%
2012939%
2011325%
2010225%
2009830%
20081539%
20071433%
20061735%
20052320%
20041316%

Other parts of the 2005 GMC Canyon

Brakes
21 complaints
Body and structure
13 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
12 complaints
Engine cooling
11 complaints
Exterior lighting
11 complaints
Air bags
10 complaints
Other or unknown
7 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
7 complaints
Suspension
6 complaints
Vehicle speed control
6 complaints
Engine
5 complaints
Fuel system
3 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2005 GMC Canyon

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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