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2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 repairs by problem area
Engine (13%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)
Brakes and Traction Control (14%)
Suspension and Steering (30%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (5%)
Chart based on 80 repairs.
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (1%)
$1000 - $2499 (5%)
$500 - $999 (16%)
$100 - $499 (41%)
< $100 (36%)
Chart based on 73 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
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| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Ontario, Canada Nov 2009 - Mar 2010 | |||
| Dec 200937820 mi | noisy front differentual | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Florida, United States May 2011 - May 2015 | |||
| Oct 201257000 miUS $300 | Rack and Pinion was bad; replaced. | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Texas, United States Jun 2011 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Dec 201337000 miUS $6 | Rear turn signal bulbs out; result was rapid flashing of turn signal. Replaced both rear turn signal bulbs. | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
345-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Virginia, United States - Jan 2007 | |||
| Jan 200735500 mi | replace radio | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
310-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Michigan, United States Aug 2012 - Jul 2016 | |||
| Jan 2013US $475 | Transfer case encoder motor sensor was replaced | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Missouri, United States Sep 2015 - Nov 2021 | |||
| Nov 2016139900 miUS $200 | Front left wheel bearing failed | ||
| Mar 2017142000 miUS $100 | Replaced right front wheel bearing. | ||
| Oct 2021158000 miUS $200 | Replaced the upper & lower ball joints on the left side due to failed state inspection. | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Wisconsin, United States Feb 2017 - Mar 2018 | |||
| Dec 2017202000 mi | Oil filter cooler plate leaking and possibly the engine pan gasket. | ||
| Feb 2018205000 mi | 4wheel drive controllers not switching properly between different modes 2wd/full time and/4high/4low | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Virginia, United States Apr 2012 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Oct 201257000 miUS $35 | Burst rear brake line from Master cylinder to ABS controller. All brake lines had a lot of corrosion along the frame. | ||
| Apr 201360000 miUS $45 | Rear brake line replaced after bursting due to corrosion. | ||
| May 201361700 miUS $25 | Front brake line leak due to corrosion | ||
| Jul 201365000 miUS $350 | Front brake line rusted and burst, 4th line to burst on the truck so all remaining metal lines were replaced. Bent and flared lines myself. Vibration under braking. Upon inspection, it was found that the calipers were not sliding due to corrosion causing the inside pads to ride the rotors. This caused the rotors to warp so calipers, rotors and pads were replaced. | ||
| Dec 201490000 miUS $35 | Rear brake line going over the gas tank rusted through and needed replacement. | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
310-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Georgia, United States Apr 2012 - Mar 2018 | |||
| May 2012129800 miUS $1100 | Blend doors not operating | ||
| Jul 2012133000 mi | Back Door (Drivers Side) wont open | ||
| Mar 2016154000 miUS $1200 | Front Wheel Bearings, Full Brake job. Replaces all 4 shocks. | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Colorado, United States Jan 2010 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Mar 201172000 miUS $83 | Turn indicator results in hazards activating. replaced GM signal control module on back of fusebox. | ||
| Oct 201178000 miUS $117 | ABS light stays on after starting. Hypertech scan said right front sensor failed to report, replaced right front sensor, light now goes off after starting. | ||
| Nov 201179500 miUS $250 | Seal leaking on front right axle shaft, replaced seal, full inspection. | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Ohio, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| May 201032300 miUS $900 | front bearings per abs problems and noise | ||
| Jul 201039000 mi | instrument cluster | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Colorado, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Apr 2010106000 miUS $700 | (Alignment and) transmission trailer-towing shift switch replaced. | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Texas, United States Feb 2016 - Dec 2017 | |||
| Nov 201655600 miUS $100 | Steering rattles when hitting a bump. Requires greasing to stop rattle every few months. Very crappy design. "they all do it" last chey I want. | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Texas, United States Aug 2008 - Apr 2011 | |||
| Jan 201063000 miUS $650 | During 60,000 mile PM actual miles of 62500 the left wheel bearing was worn excessively and it was replaced. | ||
| Jun 201067000 miUS $950 | Tie rod replacement Steering column rubber causing noise when turning | ||
| Jul 201070000 miUS $195 | check engine light - replaced the fuel vapor shut off valve at the gas tank. | ||
| Mar 201177000 mi | Voice recognition and bluetooth not understandable | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in California, United States Jan 2011 - Sep 2019 | |||
| Sep 201198000 miUS $450 | replace inner tie rods | ||
| Dec 2013126000 miUS $498 | replaced leaking water pump | ||
| Jul 2016150300 miUS $150 | Replace shocks on complete suspension | ||
| Feb 2018175000 miUS $850 | Replaced dash computer panel | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Texas, United States Jul 2012 - Dec 2012 | |||
| Aug 2012168300 miUS $6500 | 4wd system would rarely engage, with "Check 4wd" message on dash. 4wd actuators replaced, as well as 4wd switch (again). Vehicle would occasionally shift into 4-low at speeds greater then 30mph Steering gear faulty, no power steering assist when turning right and at low speed (parking lots) | ||
| Sep 2012172000 miUS $800 | Knock sensor under intake needed replacing. Electrical connection corroded due to water collection. Relevant TSB available. | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Florida, United States Nov 2016 - Aug 2017 | |||
| May 201774000 miUS $140 | New Headliner | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
285-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Texas, United States - Dec 2009 | |||
| Dec 200963000 miUS $200 | Rattling behind the dashboard was related to a broken bearing at the bottom of the steering shaft. The shaft had to be removed and the column replaced. The rattling would occur every time you would hit a bump or go over uneven roads. | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
285-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in South Carolina, United States Feb 2012 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Sep 2013136000 mi | Leaking radiator and cracked head gasket. Traded the 2005 Chevy for a Ford F150 Lariat. | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 6.5ft bed
285-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in New York, United States Aug 2008 - Jun 2018 | |||
| Sep 200832000 mi | Intermidiate Steering Assembly replaced. Caused Vibration at low speeds in Steering Wheel. Common problem for Silverados. | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Texas, United States Jun 2015 - May 2019 | |||
| Oct 2015175000 miUS $45 | window regulator failed | ||
| May 2019226000 miUS $110 | Replaced shifter cable and attachment bolt | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Texas, United States Aug 2008 - Jan 2011 | |||
| Jan 201192000 mi | Intermediate steering shaft loose again/still when traded. | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Florida, United States Mar 2015 - Mar 2017 | |||
| Aug 2016163300 miUS $185 | Replace Throttle Body and relearn idle | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in British Columbia, Canada Jan 2009 - Jul 2019 | |||
| Oct 201052080 miC $520 | Left Bearing went on the front driver side wheel. | ||
| May 201368480 miC $1100 | Four wheel drive sensor needed to be replaced Air bag sensor in front bumper had to be replaced | ||
| Nov 201474900 miC $900 | Replaced drivers side wheel bearing Replaced drivers side tie rod end | ||
| Sep 201793620 miC $1900 | calipers and front brakes Front left wheel bearing Throttle board | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Arkansas, United States Oct 2010 - Dec 2013 | |||
| Jan 2012111000 miUS $116 | replaced water pump | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Connecticut, United States Oct 2009 - Jan 2012 | |||
| Nov 200996000 miUS $280 | left rear wheel cylinder failed during test drive by dealer employee | ||
| Nov 2011133000 miUS $525 | Four-wheel drive actuator replaced. Four wheel drive transfer case going into four wheel low by itself. | ||
| Jan 2012137000 miUS $80 | Dash cluster lights are failing, tachometer is not accurate and the temperature gauge is also not accurate. | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in California, United States Jan 2015 - Jan 2017 | |||
| Feb 201560000 miUS $297 | Fog switch not working. | ||
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Utah, United States Feb 2017 - Jun 2022 | |||
| Mar 2017148000 miUS $55 | Replaced blown front left stereo speaker | ||
| May 2017149000 miUS $500 | Replaced ball joints and tie rods. Entirely preventive due to age of vehicle and in advance of installing new tires. | ||
| Sep 2017151000 miUS $130 | Replaced front impact sensors due to “service air bag” light | ||
| Apr 2018154000 miUS $120 | Water pump replaced. Radiator and heater hoses replaced. | ||
| Oct 2018155000 miUS $250 | Replaced front and rear brakes | ||
| Dec 2018157000 miUS $250 | Rebuild front differential due to bearing noise | ||
| Jan 2021165000 miUS $160 | Replaced cracked radiator | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in California, United States Aug 2013 - Oct 2018 | |||
| Sep 201390000 miUS $99 | Tailgate latch mechanism failed | ||
| Mar 201595000 miUS $165 | Dead battery replaced (vehicle parked for several months) | ||
| Dec 201797000 miUS $517 | Replaced AC drive motor bearings and belts. Replaced battery - dead due to extended time sitting | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Ohio, United States Oct 2006 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Oct 200625000 miUS $50 | Antenae broken off | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
285-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Ohio, United States Mar 2011 - Sep 2015 | |||
| May 2011125000 miUS $550 | Replaced left front bearing hub. | ||
| Nov 2012132300 miUS $25 | Spare tire cable hoist safety latch would not release. Had to torch off. Will pick up a used one later. Common problem. Do like I did and check it at home, not on the road with a flat!! | ||
| Jan 2013132200 miUS $175 | Replaced right front bearing hub. | ||
| Mar 2014135000 miUS $200 | Shaft seal on water pump worn out and leaking. Replaced pump, two drive belts, thermostat, and anti-freeze. | ||
| Sep 2015141000 mi | Driver side rocker panel rusting out heavily under the door. Gas cap door rusting out. Rust bubbles appearing on front of hood and over left rear wheel well. Rear painted bumper has many surface rust spots. | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
195-horsepower 4.3L V6 4-speed automatic RWD
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Ohio, United States Sep 2012 - Oct 2012 | |||
| Oct 2012127000 miUS $341 | ABS wheel sensor out, needed to replace entire wheel bearing hub assembly | ||
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in Virginia, United States Apr 2009 - Sep 2009 | |||
| Jul 200950 mi | Transmission cooler line popped off and drained all the ATF onto US50 in Maryland while driving home from the dealership. Towed and repaired at no charge. | ||
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