2005 GMC Sierra 3500 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 42%of 24 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 55,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the brakes of the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500, 42% of the 24 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 55,000 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.
“My 2005 Gmc SIERRA 3500 crewcab with less than 77,000 miles on it experienced a ruptured brakeline. As I commenced going out my driveway the brake pedal felt mushy then went to the floor. Thank-goodness this happened in my driveway opposed to out on the road! Brake line was rusted and rotted through causing a rupture in the line and brake failure. This vehicle is not routinely driven but used for hauling a horse trailer, trips or server weather winter driving; thus the low mileage for it's age. …”
NHTSA complaint #10545302, filed 2013-09, 76,554 miles“Stopping in driveway. Brake pedal went to the floor without resistance. After vehicle stopped observed fluid leak under front driver side aft of front tire. Inspected engine compartment and observed severely corroded brake lives and brake fluid in engine compartment. Brake line apparently corroded and ruptured resulting in brake failure.”
NHTSA complaint #10621298, filed 2014-08, 34,000 miles“Steering hydrulic assist connections at booster constantly leak from day one. They have been replaced and still leak. Which in turn cause a decrease in brake pressure.”
NHTSA complaint #10393511, filed 2011-03, 88,000 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Gmc SIERRA 3500. When the brake pedal was depressed at 20 MPH, the vehicle hesitated to respond without warning. After inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the brake lines were corroded and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred three additional times. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 75,000. ...updated 11/15/17”
NHTSA complaint #10904906, filed 2016-09, 75,000 miles“The contact owns a 2005 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to come to a stop while the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the brake pedal felt loose. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to bring the vehicle to a complete stop and the contact became aware of a brake fluid leak coming from under the hood, and that both front and rear brake lines were rusted. An appointment with the dealer was scheduled to inspect the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11614819, filed 2024-09, 85,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10242252Aug 18, 2023This technical bulletin provides information and a solution to a condition of Brake Pedal Moves or Self Applies at Full Turns.
- 10226382Oct 18, 2022This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10162149Jun 24, 2019This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10246647Sep 1, 2014Pre-Formed and Pre-Flared Hydraulic Brake Pipe Kits Now Available for Service
- 10139080May 31, 2013This informational bulletin provides information for Disc Brake Warranty Service and Procedures.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 20% |
| 2025 | 5 | 29% |
| 2024 | 11 | 22% |
| 2023 | 2 | 7% |
| 2022 | 4 | 13% |
| 2021 | 5 | 25% |
| 2020 | 7 | 14% |
| 2019 | 4 | 31% |
| 2018 | 6 | 43% |
| 2017 | 5 | 38% |
| 2016 | 6 | 32% |
| 2015 | 4 | 13% |
| 2014 | 1 | 14% |
| 2013 | 1 | 7% |
| 2012 | 1 | 11% |
| 2008 | 1 | 4% |
| 2007 | 3 | 19% |
| 2006 | 2 | 18% |
| 2005 | 10 | 42% |
| 2004 | 14 | 58% |
| 2003 | 3 | 43% |
| 2002 | 9 | 45% |
| 2001 | 16 | 44% |
| 2000 | 12 | 46% |
| 1999 | 9 | 47% |
| 1998 | 4 | 33% |
| 1997 | 4 | 40% |
Other parts of the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500
5 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsSuspension
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 GMC Sierra 3500
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.
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