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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%)
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Chart based on 80 repairs.
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (4%)
$1000 - $2499 (9%)
$500 - $999 (30%)
$100 - $499 (43%)
< $100 (13%)
Chart based on 23 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
Engine not specified
| 32300 mi US $900 |
front bearings per abs problems and noise |
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 8ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 57000 mi US $300 |
Rack and Pinion was bad; replaced. |
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
310-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 139900 mi US $200 |
Front left wheel bearing failed |
| 142000 mi US $100 |
Replaced right front wheel bearing. |
| 158000 mi US $200 |
Replaced the upper & lower ball joints on the left side due to failed state inspection. |
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
310-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 43000 mi | Truck had a slight knock in steering like a gremlin was hitting the steering column with a ballpeen hammer, especially when going around corner/bend in road. First no cost fix thru Chevy was to grease something in steering column/box. Knock returned about |
| 154000 mi US $1200 |
Front Wheel Bearings, Full Brake job. Replaces all 4 shocks. |
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 55600 mi US $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. |
| 63000 mi US $650 |
During 60,000 mile PM actual miles of 62500 the left wheel bearing was worn excessively and it was replaced. |
| 67000 mi US $950 |
Tie rod replacement Steering column rubber causing noise when turning |
| 98000 mi US $450 |
replace inner tie rods |
| 150300 mi US $150 |
Replace shocks on complete suspension |
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 168300 mi US $6500 |
Steering gear faulty, no power steering assist when turning right and at low speed (parking lots) |
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
285-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 63000 mi US $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 Crew Cab 6.5ft bed
285-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 32000 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
| 56000 mi | Intermediate steering shaft loose again/still when traded. |
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| 52080 mi C $520 |
Left Bearing went on the front driver side wheel. |
| 74900 mi C $900 |
Replaced drivers side wheel bearing Replaced drivers side tie rod end |
| 93620 mi C $1900 |
Front left wheel bearing |
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| 149000 mi US $500 |
Replaced ball joints and tie rods. Entirely preventive due to age of vehicle and in advance of installing new tires. |
2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
285-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| 125000 mi US $550 |
Replaced left front bearing hub. |
| 138000 mi US $175 |
Replaced right front bearing hub. |
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