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The 2005 Suburban has about average reliability compared to other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2005 Chevrolet Suburban owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
"Check Engine light intermittently comes on. TRaced to TPS sensor bad data - left front wheel."
Anonymous A., TX (2005 Chevrolet Suburban LT 5.3-L V8)Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"passenger side lock and back door locks started having problems probably in 2024. Also, passenger side and back windows don't always go back up when let down."
Anonymous A., TX (2005 Chevrolet Suburban LS 5.3-L V8)Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
"Some paint peeling, particulary on right front fender, passenger side. Vehichle is not kept in a garage and extremely hot summer of 2023 and 2024 may have contributed to the issue."
Anonymous A., TX (2005 Chevrolet Suburban LS 5.3-L V8)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
"replaced because of leak"
Anonymous, MT (2005 Chevrolet Suburban Unsure 5.3-L V8)Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
"Determined one Oxygen Sensor was bad based on Check Engine Light and subsequent review of the error code."
Anonymous, TX (2005 Chevrolet Suburban LT 5.3-L V8)Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
"Having trouble turning to the left and out of a parking spot"
Anonymous A., (2005 Chevrolet Suburban LS 5.3-L V8)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
"green bulbs are all dying or dead"
Anonymous, MT (2005 Chevrolet Suburban Unsure 5.3-L V8)Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
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"DASH Fuel gauge circuitry issues - gas indicator failed. Would not indicate fuel level correctly. Major Instrument cluster circuitry failure. Replaced to correct problem."
Anonymous A., TX (2005 Chevrolet Suburban LT 5.3-L V8)