2005 Chevrolet Classic recalls and problems

The 2005 Chevrolet Classic has 1 safety recall and 49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

6 / 1

Injuries / deaths

13 / 0

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

2005 Chevrolet Classic recalls

Recall 05V-054: Suspension

Reported Feb 14, 2005 · 9,402 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: Certain passenger vehicles equipped with rear suspension knuckle bolts that are not to specification and could fracture under high loads that can occur in some driving conditions.

Risk: If the bolt fracture, the rear suspension linkage could detach from the knuckle and the rear wheel would be able to turn inboard or outboard. Sudden changes in vehicle handling could occur, particularly at higher speeds, and the driver may not be able to control the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.

Fix: Dealers will replace both rear suspension knuckle bolts free of charge. The recall began on february 9, 2005. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

2005 Chevrolet Classic problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	25
Steering	15
Air Bags	6
Seat Belts	3
Fuel System, Gasoline	3
Unknown or Other	3
Suspension	2
Power Train	2
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Equipment	1

Most reported parts

Air Bags › Frontal — 3
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 2
Suspension › Front — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 1
Steering › Linkages › Arm › Idler and Attachment — 1
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
Electrical System › Ignition › Anti-Theft › Control Module — 1
Equipment › Electrical › Anti-Theft Devices — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 87,524 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 Classic complaints

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

Electrical System · at 49,500 miles · reported Sep 2, 2017

I AM having problems with the theft bypass system, on my 2005 chevy classic. Several months ago, I received a recall notice in the mail. It was for the ignition key rotation. When I brought my car into the dealership, I told them that I was having problems with the car (Suddenly) dying. I told them that it had died when I was on the freeway (Twice), while driving on the city streets, and in my driveway. I was told that the recall would fix the problem. Unfortunately, the problem persists. This past friday, late in the evening, my car (Suddenly) died in the middle of a busy intersection.…

Steering · at 143,000 miles · reported Jul 14, 2016

The contact owns a 2005 chevrolet classic. While driving 30 MPH, the contact experienced a loss of steering ability without warning. The contact was able to regain control and turn off the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but the diagnostic results were not disclosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 143,000. The VIN was not provided.

Service Brakes · at 117,247 miles · reported Apr 19, 2016

I arrived at work and was told by coworkers that my brake lights were still on. They would not shut off. I removed the negative battery terminal to avoid draining my battery. On the drive home, after reconnecting battery, I discovered my cruise control was not working either. I saw on the internet a recall (Gm 13036) that covered this exact problem on several models including the malibu which my car nearly identical to. Unfortunately it does not cover my model and it should! Clearly this is a widespread issue and 2005 classic should be included. I currently AM driving with the lights stuck on…

Steering · at 56,000 miles · reported Mar 20, 2016

I heard some clunking noise in the front end. Was told by a chain repair shop that the struts probably needed replacing. I thought it was too loud for that, but I trusted their opinion. A few days later, the steering wheel was way off center. As I went to make a u-turn, I lost steering completely. Fortunately I was able to move out of traffic safely without an accident. Obviously, this would have been a disaster on the freeway. The mechanic said that the mounting tabs for the steering gear where everything is attached rusted out completely from the subframe and needed a cradle so he could…

Air Bags · at 140,000 miles · reported Oct 8, 2015

As I slammed on brakes car shut down causing steering to lock and brakes to not function well. I ended up rear ending person in front. Also the airbag burned my left hand.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Chevrolet Classic have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Chevrolet Classic: 05V-054 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Chevrolet Classic?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (25 reports), followed by steering (15). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 87,524 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.