2005 Chevrolet Venture recalls and problems

The 2005 Chevrolet Venture has 1 safety recall and 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

7 / 1

Injuries / deaths

9 / 2

Recalls may cover only some 2005 Chevrolet Venture vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2005 Chevrolet Venture recalls

Recall 04V-597: Latches/Locks/Linkages

Reported Dec 22, 2004 · 717,302 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: On certain minivans equipped with second-row bucket seats or captain's chairs and a power sliding door on the passenger side of the vehicle, a passenger using the interior handle to open the power sliding door could be injured.

Risk: If a passenger uses the interior handle to open the power sliding door and holds onto the handle while it is being opened by the motor, the passenger's arm may be pushed into the seat back or armrest and a wrist or lower arm injury may result.

Fix: Dealers will replace the power sliding door interior handle on the passenger-side. If the vehicle is equipped with a power or manual sliding door on the driver-side, the interior handle will also be replaced for appearance reasons. Note: before the vehicle is serviced, GM advises owners to not use the interior door handle to open the door. The driver can open and close the door from switches at the driver's position or by using the remote key fob. The driver should tell passengers to use the switch located in front of the door to open or close it. The driver should use the override switch to prevent operation of the power door by children or by others who are not familiar with its use. The owner notification letter mailing will be conducted in phases with the first phase beginning on may 31, 2005. The second phase mailing began on july 18, 2005. The recall began on may 31, 2005. Phase 2 began on july 18, 2005. Phase 3 (Final phase) began on august 24, 2005, to all remaining customers. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; pontiac at 1-800-620-7668; or oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537.

2005 Chevrolet Venture problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Structure	9
Latches/Locks/Linkages	8
Fuel System, Gasoline	8
Electrical System	5
Air Bags	5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	3
Engine and Engine Cooling	3
Fuel System, Other	3
Steering	3
Seat Belts	2
Equipment	2
Power Train	2

Most reported parts

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 5
Structure › Body › Door — 5
Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 3
Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and Attachments — 2
Electrical System › Wiring › Interior/Under Dash — 2
Air Bags › Frontal — 2
Structure › Body — 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Pads — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2005 Chevrolet Venture complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 116,000 miles · reported Mar 6, 2026

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Venture. The contact stated that while his father was driving at an undisclosed speed on the highway, the vehicle suddenly lost automotive power. No warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that his father managed to pull over to the shoulder of the road, and upon further inspection, white/blue smoke was seen coming from under the vehicle, and the vehicle later caught on fire from the fuel pump/tank. The fire had leaked onto the floor; however, it had extinguished on its own. A police report was not filed; however, Law Enforcement arrived on…

Steering · at 236,000 miles · reported Oct 26, 2022

The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Venture. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was making a rattling sound coming from the front passengerâs side of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who replaced the wheel bearing hub assembly, brakes, rotors, struts, and tires. The failure persisted. The contact took the vehicle to another certified mechanic who performed a front-end alignment however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to a third mechanic who identified that the noise seemed…

Air Bags · at 130,000 miles · reported May 23, 2017

The contact owned a 2005 chevrolet venture. While driving approximately 35 MPH in the rain, the vehicle hydroplaned to the left and then back to its lane. The rear tires rolled off the road and caused the vehicle to crash into a ditch. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to a body shop and deemed destroyed by the insurance company. The failure mileage was 130,000.

Structure · at 49,357 miles · reported Aug 11, 2015

My wife hit a old style van that had stopped for a dog crossing a the road. The whole front end had to be replaced. Hood, grill, lights, both fender had to be repaired, also the steal tube under the radiator frame had to be cut out and replaced. On 11/5/2010 I hit a deer going 30 MPH, again front end damage. Both times the air bags didn't deploy, and on star didn't respond. I asked two different chevrolet dealers if the air bag sensor could be tested, answer was no.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 225,000 miles · reported Feb 15, 2015

We have been smelling gasoline fumes in and outside our van. Sometimes it is very potent and other times faint. When we walk into our garage, we can smell it also. It occurs often when making a left-hand turn. When we inspect it, we can't find any leak. We smell this from a half tank to empty.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Chevrolet Venture have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Chevrolet Venture: 04V-597 (latches/locks/linkages). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2005 Chevrolet Venture?

Owners report structure problems most often (9 reports), followed by latches/locks/linkages (8). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,000 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.