Check Engine Light On problems of the 2005 GMC Envoy

Four problems related to check engine light on have been reported for the 2005 GMC Envoy. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Check Engine Light On problem

Failure Date: 02/05/2015

The contact owns a 2005 GMC Envoy xl 370. The contact stated that when the ignition was turned to the on position, the speedometer displayed 35 mph when the vehicle was not in motion and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the oil and the temperature gauges were not functioning. The failure recurred continuously. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the entire instrument panel needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

2 Check Engine Light On problem

Failure Date: 10/12/2012

Tl-the contact owns a 2005 GMC Envoy. The contact stated that when driving at various speeds the gas gauge would jump around and she would not know whether her tank is fuel or empty. The contact also noticed that the check engine light has been illuminated for a while. The contacts speedometer has also failed. The vehicle has not been inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised her that she would have to pay half for the repairs. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 119,224. The current mileage was unavailable. Tb.

3 Check Engine Light On problem

Failure Date: 12/27/2011

I have had a problem in the past with the fuel gauge reading empty continuously as I have read from many other complaints. Recently I experienced a problem with the oil pressure gauge. At first the check engine light appeared intermittently and then the oil pressure gauge dropped to zero, at which time the message in on the lcd reading said "stop engine" and "oil pressure low". I immediately went to my gas station and checked the oil, which was only down a 1/4 tank. My mechanic stopped the car and started it again and the oil pressure gauge reset itself but once I started to drive the car again, the oil pressure dropped. My mechanic believes it is another sensor problem like the fuel sensor but is not completely sure. I only started with this issue today but it is more worrisome to me than keeping track of how much gas should be in my tank. I am curious to know if others have started to experience this problem. I have had the car since it was brand new and have drive 79000 miles. I also had a major issue with the suspension system with I believe is common in this vehicle.

4 Check Engine Light On problem

Failure Date: 09/18/2009

2005 GMC Envoy would not pass state inspection after 3rd year; fuel meter no longer works. Dealer wanted $400 to repair. Dealer wanted $1600 to replace air injection unit and fuel sensor and thermometer so car could pass inspection. I had all the items repaired and engine light still comes on. It has approx 60k miles. The dealer is refusing to repair air injection unit stating it is not under warranty. When I purchased car it came with 100k warranty for drive trane. After taking to certified gm mechanic who fixed everything on list the car still will not pass inspection because the air injection unit continues to take on water. This car is a lemon and gm should not be able to get away with this. I cannot afford to get it repaired therefore, I am subject to get a ticket. I still owe money and cannot trade it in. How much longer are american made car manufacturers going to screw the american people!!!??? I will never purchase another american made car as long as I live!!! I have not even mentioned the fact that the car loss complete power while I was driving at 60 miles/hour on the trnpk. Everything shut completely down. I could not steer. Fortunately there were no curves and I was able to drive to side of road as the car slowly came to a halt! there must be a law against this!!! what recourse do I (we) have????.




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