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GMC Envoy Xuv Engine problems by year

123 complaints filed with NHTSA about the GMC Envoy Xuv's engine & cooling. Stalling, loss of power, oil consumption, overheating, head gaskets, timing chains and engine failure.

Engine complaints by model year

YearEngine complaintsCrashesInjuriesRecalls
200556430
200467120

Latest Envoy Xuv engine complaints

2005 GMC Envoy XuvElectrical systemEngine & cooling

1) I just purchased the vehicle in Oct 2026 & 3 days after purchase, it broke down in Walmart parking lot due to, all the antifreeze pouring out. 2) December 2026 had to replace the front tires as they were stripped to the threads from rubbing against the fender wells. 3) January 2026 Wouldn't start, wouldn't turn over or anything. Had the ignition replaced. Ran fine for one week. 4) Currently won't start. Broke down.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Unknown or other · EngineNHTSA 11714041
2004 GMC Envoy XuvEngine & cooling1 injury

Fraudulent emissions certificate fraudulent mileage fraudulent vin emissions certificate matching an out of state texas vin [[redacted]] california [[redacted]] . Fraudulent dealer sale. Fraudulent dmv california registration and title transfer. Liquids gases odors fumes emitting from vehicle [[redacted]] [[redacted]] [[redacted]] have illlegal transfer of title to myself from dealer and illegal transfer of frauded registration from dealer. And believe vin is not accurate according to vehicle nor barcode or other components information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 11609248
2004 GMC Envoy XuvEngine & cooling

The contact owned a 2004 GMC Envoy. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shaking and made an abnormal rattling sound before the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was restarted and driven to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11535000
2004 GMC Envoy XuvEngine & cooling

The contact owns a 2004 GMC Envoy XL. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle stalled. Additionally, the vehicle failed to restart, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and suggested that the vehicle be inspected by a local dealer. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11517086
2004 GMC Envoy XuvBrakesEngine & coolingFuel system

I just had my brakes serviced and my bushings changed, but my abs light still comes on. Also when I go to brake the car starts to shake and I'm going the speed limit. The engine has a rough idle, and shuts off when at a complete stop and when the vehicle is in motion. I've had many things replaced on the vehicle, such as purge valve, gas cap. Charcoal canister and fuel tank. In the engine the spark plugs were changed as well as the coil packs and the fuel injectors. Along with the camshaft sensor. Still getting p0455 and po0014. Won't pass smog can't register vehicle, but my only means of transportation. 2004 Gmc envoy xuv slt 4dr 2wd

Filed Incident Service brakes · Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11311534
2005 GMC Envoy XuvTransmission & drivetrainAirbagsEngine & cooling

My vehicle when purchased was altered from cloth seats to leather by the dealership where purchased. 3 Days ago my car is signaling me to service airbag while driving the car or in idle. So I immediately took it to a certified mechanic at meineke and was told that this is a manufacturer defect and there is a recall for this on my year, make & model suv. I called gm on 11/29/2019 and was told by a supervisor named angel there has been no recalls by their manufacturer and there is nothing more she can do about the matter. I cannot drive my car like this knowing this can be potentially harmful and hazardous.

Filed Incident Power train · Air bags · EngineNHTSA 11282890
2005 GMC Envoy XuvAcceleration & cruise controlEngine & coolingFuel systemCrash

Vehicle was stationary and in drive when it had a uncontrolled acceleration resulting in a collision with a garage where it was being parked. Extensive damage resulted to the home and vehicle. No injuries.

Filed Incident Vehicle speed control · Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11144392
2004 GMC Envoy XuvEngine & coolingBody, doors & structure

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy. While the vehicle was stationary, the exhaust manifold fractured and the heat from the exhaust manifold damaged the frame of the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure caused severe rust and corrosion. In addition, the contact stated that there were holes in the frame. A dealer was not made aware of the failure. The manufacturer stated that the failure was not safety related and there were no recalls on the vehicle. The failure mileage was 136,000.

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · StructureNHTSA 11060757
2005 GMC Envoy XuvElectrical systemAirbagsEngine & cooling

My seat covers were originally cloth but at time of purchase they were replaced with leather seat coverings and there is recall #06v417000 has me very concerned.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Air bags · EngineNHTSA 11010574
2005 GMC Envoy XuvEngine & cooling

Received a "check engine" light while driving the vehicle. The fault code that came up was po128 ( insufficient ambient temperature - ect ) upon researching the problem I discovered that this is a common fault on this vehicle. It is generally caused by a "sticking" coolant thermostat. This condition also results in poor heating poor heating of the passenger compartment. If this is such a common problem with vehicle as I have found. Gm should issue a recall and correct the problem at no expense to the owner!

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10985652
2004 GMC Envoy XuvEngine & cooling

Vehicle makes loud ticking noise when accelerating from a full stop. Vehicle also sounds like it has an exhaust leak.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10966419
2005 GMC Envoy XuvBody, doors & structureEngine & coolingCrash2 injuries

I had three cars in front of me stopped. I did not see any breakl lights and I hit the car in front of me pushing the other cars to hit each other. My front end of my car was severely damaged bad enough to damage the radiator and destroy my ac unit. I'm not sure what else was damaged. It sent the person in front of me and myself to the emergency room. " My air bags did not deploy ". My vehicle was moving on a city street.

Filed Incident Structure · Unknown or other · EngineNHTSA 10908300
2004 GMC Envoy XuvElectrical systemEngine & coolingFuel systemFire1 injury

I was driving and my vehicle on i-985 hall county ga. My check gage light came on and less than 1/2 of a mile it start to smoke and burn as soon as I stopped turned of the ignition. It burnt to the ground from the engine area to the inside.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 10888197
2004 GMC Envoy XuvBody, doors & structureEngine & coolingFuel systemFire

Vehicle was being driving approximately at 55 mph. Engine loss power, gas pedal lost resistance and went all the way down to the floor board. Vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and engine was stalled and all the dash lights were flashing one and off. Engine started to have white smoke coming from under the hood. After a few minutes, the white smoke turned into black smoke and the engine caught on fire. Vehicle was engulfed in flames after a few minutes.

Filed Incident Structure · Engine · Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 10871973
2004 GMC Envoy XuvEngine & coolingFire

Tl* the contact owned a 2004 gmc envoy. While driving approximately 55 mph, white smoke emerged from the engine compartment. The contact had to pull over in a parking area and exited the vehicle. The vehicle burned to the ground. The police and fire department were present. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. There were no injuries. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was destroyed. The approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 10865765

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