Model year guide

2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 41 on record.

2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined9–11 mpg
Typical price$14,988

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD MPG & running costs

Combined9–11 mpg
City9 mpg
Highway11 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,467
EPA size classStandard Pickup Trucks 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$15,333 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 3 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD worth?

Low
$7,800
Typical price
$14,988
High
$22,990

From 41 comparable 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$27,335
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,500
Total$29,835
Per mile$0.40

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 ($14,988) with the same model 4 model-years older ($12,987), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
219.3–253.1 in
Width
79.5 in
Height
71.3–76.4 in
Wheelbase
133.1–166.9 in
Curb weight
5,203–6,036 lb
Front track
68.5 in
Rear track
66.1 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD — ranges cover the 10 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD trims & engines on record

Trims
SLE · SLT · Base
Engines
6.6L 8-cyl · 6.0L 8-cyl

2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD vehicles on record

Other GMC Sierra 2500HD model years

2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD get?

The 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD has U.S. EPA estimates of 9–11 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (3 versions).

How much is a 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD worth?

Comparable 2005 GMC Sierra 2500HD listings run roughly $7,800–$22,990, typically around $14,988 (from 41 vehicles).

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