2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500, but owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

1 / 0

Injuries / deaths

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Recalls may cover only some 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	3
Air Bags	2
Seat Belts	1
Service Brakes	1

Most reported parts

Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 2
Air Bags › Frontal — 1
Seat Belts › Front — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 60,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Service Brakes · at 128,000 miles · reported Oct 2, 2017

Brake failure - loss of pressure/fluid. Brake lines from master cylinder to ABS distribution block corroded and ruptured. Luckily, failure occurred just after returning home, maneuvering in the driveway. I have contacted GM to open a case and seek diagnosis/repair. Vehicle is in tn; not a high snow/corrosion area.

Air Bags · at 60,000 miles · reported Jul 23, 2011

Service air bag is on and every one on line has the exact same problem. It is on all the time. Air bags wont work until fixed.

Electrical System · at 60,000 miles · reported Mar 3, 2009

Speedometer is not working and due to research on internet it is a common problem with this make and model vehicle. Dealer will not rectify problem as a recall.

Electrical System · at 81,000 miles · reported Dec 15, 2008

I have a 2005 chevy avalanche that I AM the original owner and have recently had a problem with the speedometer not working correctly. Some days it works fine and other days it doesn't work or the speed is all over the place. I have heard this has been an issue on previous year models and GM has not done a recall. No one can tell me exactly what the problem is and I don't want to waste money trying to figure it out. This is obviously a problem GM has known about and will not address. This is also a safety issue that GM needs to rectify asap! Any help you can give me would be greatly…

Electrical System · at 53,000 miles · reported Oct 14, 2008

The speedometer in the electronic dash locked up while driving in a snowstorm. This left it difficult to determine my speed resulting in an unsafe condition.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (3 reports), followed by air bags (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 60,000 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.