Model year guide

2005 Chevrolet Venture

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Chevrolet Venture is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 20 on record.

2005 Chevrolet Venture — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Chevrolet Venture at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints42
Combined19 mpg
Typical price$1,610

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2005 Chevrolet Venture recalls 3

Steering NHTSA Campaign #09E005000 · 17/02/2009

DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.

Fix: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch NHTSA Campaign #04V597000 · 22/12/2004

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.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER SLIDING DOOR INTERIOR HANDLE ON THE PASSENGER-SIDE. IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER OR MANUAL SLIDING DOOR ON THE DRIVER-SIDE, THE INTERIOR HANDLE WILL ALSO BE REPLACED FOR APPEARANCE REASONS. NOTE: BEFORE THE VEHICLE IS SERVICED, GM ADVISES OWNERS TO NOT…

Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly:pressure Relief Devices NHTSA Campaign #07E021000 · 12/03/2007

CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.

Fix: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.

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 Venture common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2005 Chevrolet Venture safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2005 Chevrolet Venture w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2005 Chevrolet Venture MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,250

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2005 Chevrolet Venture worth?

Low
$575
Typical price
$1,610
High
$3,500

From 19 comparable 2005 Chevrolet Venture listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Chevrolet Venture costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,250
Depreciation (5 yrs)$950
Total$17,200
Per mile$0.23

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 ($1,610) with the same model 5 model-years older ($650), 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 Venture trims & engines on record

Trims
LS · Plus · LT Entertainer
Engines
3.4L 6-cyl

2005 Chevrolet Venture vehicles on record

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Other Chevrolet Venture model years

2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998

2005 Chevrolet Venture — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Chevrolet Venture have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2005 Chevrolet Venture. 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 Venture?

Based on 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel system, gasoline, air bags.

What is the 2005 Chevrolet Venture safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2005 Chevrolet Venture crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2005 Chevrolet Venture get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2005 Chevrolet Venture at about 19 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 2005 Chevrolet Venture worth?

Comparable 2005 Chevrolet Venture listings run roughly $575–$3,500, typically around $1,610 (from 19 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.