2005 Chevrolet Suburban
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 143 on record.
2005 Chevrolet Suburban at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2005 Chevrolet Suburban recalls 7
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE BRAKE PEDAL PUSHROD RETAINER MAY BE MISSING. IF THE RETAINER IS MISSING, THE BRAKE BOOSTER PUSHROD COULD DISENGAGE FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES FOR THE BRAKE PEDAL PUSHROD RETAINER AND INSTALL ONE IF IT IS MISSING FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER BEGAN CONTACTING OWNERS BY TELEPHONE ON MARCH 10, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE…
Fix: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT." UNDER CERTAIN VEHICLE STARTING CONDITIONS, THE SHIFT LEVER POSITION INDICATOR LOCATED IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER MAY NOT ILLUMINATE. IF THE SHIFT LEVER POSITION INDI…
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 14, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, AND GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AN 8.1L V8 (RPO L8-VIN G) ENGINE HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL PULSE DAMPER RETAINER CLIP MAY FRACTURE RESULTING IN INADEQUATE RETENTION OF THE DAMPER.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL PULSE DAMPER RETAINER CLIP FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND GMC TRUCKS AT 1-866-996-9463.
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 5.3L (RPO L59) V8 ENGINES, THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL CROSSOVER TUBE RETAINER SCREWS WERE NOT MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATIONS AND MAY BREAK.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL RAIL CROSSOVER TUBE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE RETAINER SCREWS. OWNERS WERE NOTIFIED BY TELEPHONE ON JULY 30, 2004, WITH A FOLLOWUP OWNER LETTER BEGAN AUGUST 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463. NOTE: THE GM BU…
ON CERTAIN CREW CAB PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE 2ND ROW CENTER OCCUPANT SEAT BELT ROUTING MAY MAKE IT DIFFICULT TO POSITION THE LAP PORTION OF THE SAFETY BELT LOW AROUND THE HIPS OF OCCUPANTS, ESPECIALLY SMALLER OCCUPANTS, SEATED IN THIS POSITION. APPROPRIATE USE OF A CHILD SEAT OR BOOSTER SEAT, AS RECOMMENDED FOR SMALL CHILDREN, DOES IMPROVE THE FIT CONDITION FOR THIS USER GROUP. IN ADDITION TO…
Fix: DEALERS WILL CUT OPEN THE GUIDE LOOP, REMOVE A PORTION OF THE LOOP, AND THEN THE REMAINING TWO SIDES SHOULD BE FOLDED OVER AND SECURED WITH A RETAINER FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 21, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-94…
CERTAIN TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND VANS EQUIPPED WITH BOSCH HYDRO-BOOST BRAKE ASSEMBLIES, THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE BOOSTER PRESSURE ACCUMULATOR MAY CRACK AND SEPARATE FROM THE HYDRO-BOOST ASSEMBLY DURING NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS.
Fix: DEALERS WILL TEST THE HYDRO-BOOST ASSEMBLY FOR FUNCTIONAL OPERATION OF THE TWO-FUNCTION VALVE. IF THE HYDRO-BOOST ASSEMBLY FAILS THE TEST, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 23, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC TRUCKS AT 1-866-99…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2005 Chevrolet Suburban common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 229 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2005 Chevrolet Suburban MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2005 Chevrolet Suburban worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2005 Chevrolet Suburban costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($5,639) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,093), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2005 Chevrolet Suburban trims & engines on record
2005 Chevrolet Suburban vehicles on record
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNEC16Z85G253182
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNFK16Z75G283376
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNEC16Z15G227264
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNFK16Z05G192918
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS1GNEC16Z45J118568
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS1GNEC16Z05J157593
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNEC16Z45G197967
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS1GNFK16Z05J224426
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNEC16Z55G172124
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNEC16Z25G251508
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNFK16Z05G172507
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNEC16Z05G210908
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS1GNFK16Z95J101837
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNFK16Z55G215271
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS1GNFK16Z25J112954
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNFK16Z35G279521
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS1GNFK16Z65J226262
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNFK16Z95G169251
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNFK16Z05G152662
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNFK16ZX5G187032
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNFK16Z75G191135
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNFK16Z25G176882
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNFK16Z05G245388
2005 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LS3GNEC16Z45G264213
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2005 Chevrolet Suburban — frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Chevrolet Suburban have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Chevrolet Suburban?
Based on 229 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, air bags, power train.
What gas mileage does the 2005 Chevrolet Suburban get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2005 Chevrolet Suburban at about 15 mpg combined (13 city / 18 highway).
How much is a 2005 Chevrolet Suburban worth?
Comparable 2005 Chevrolet Suburban listings run roughly $2,900–$9,400, typically around $5,639 (from 143 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.