2005 GMC Envoy GMC Envoy 2005

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2005 GMC Envoy repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (7%)

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2005 GMC Envoy suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (54%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 24 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 GMC Envoy 4dr SUV, ext.

300-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

107000 mi

US $94
Replaced rear shocks 
107500 mi

US $350
Replaced both front struts 

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2005 GMC Envoy 4dr SUV, ext.

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

182000 mi

US $115
replaced wheel bearing hub assembly 
58900 mi

C $600
Replaced front driver wheel bearing 
102920 mi

C $174
Noticed bouncy ride over a year or more. Replaced rear shock absorbers. No more bounce, problem solved. Easy repair, half an hour. 
158300 mi

C $125
Front passenger side wheel bearing hub failed gradually. Was replaced with new hub by myself. Did the front brakes at the same time. Fairly easy job. Saved about $500.00 by doing it by myself. 
148180 mi

C $450
Front tires wearing unevenly - Feathering. Diagnosed worn struts. Struts replaced and wheel alignment performed. 
171120 mi

C $250
Replaced 2 front ball joints. 
192820 mi

C $100
Driver side front wheel bearing hub replaced. Fairly straight forward job with air tools, 35mm socket and torque wrench. 
83400 mi

US $68
Replaced left front wheel bearing. Replaced left front wheel bearing. 
101000 mi

US $110
Replaced left front upper ball joint. Used MOOG repair part,ball joint. Replaced left front upper ball joint. Used MOOG repair part,ball joint. 
102000 mi

US $130
Front wheel bearing trashed, had to be replaced. This is number THREE wheel bearing in less than 2 years. Envoy in shop for annual PA. inspection. Bad upper ball joint, bad tie rod end both on front pass. side of car. Replaced with Moog parts. Had car aligned cost $60. Repair cost-$150 
117500 mi Power steering pump replaced, all fluid drained new fluid added topped off to proper level. Rack and pinion worn out.I have put a ton of money in this car for repairs. I'm 66 years old retired,frankly I cant afford to drive this heap of junk. This GMC Envoy is the worst car I have ever owned!!!!!!! 
112000 mi Rack and pinion worn out. 

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2005 GMC Envoy 4dr SUV

275-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

155000 mi Replaced front struts 
160000 mi Replaced by myself rear shocks 
121000 mi

US $500
Air ride suspension failed (losing air overnight) due to a dry rotted airbag. Replaced with shock/spring conversion kit 
81000 mi

US $200
Noisy front wheel wheel bearing 
70680 mi

C $130
Front left wheel bearing noise. replaced both front wheel bearings . 
95480 mi

C $1200
Left side upper and lower ball joints and right side upper ball joint found worn out. Ball joints were replaced. 
108500 mi

C $50
Drivers side wheel bearing. 
167400 mi

C $50
ABS light was on . I scanned the system and determined it was the left front ABS sensor not operating. I purchased a new hub assembly. Removed and replaced the assembly. 
168640 mi

C $200
Power steering oil cooler leaking.Replaced cooler. 
169880 mi

C $1100
Upper control arms and bushings, 
175460 mi

C $400
Right rear upper control arm. Unit replaced. 
178870 mi

C $80
Front right wheel bearing making noise and abs sensor was intermittent. 

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