Is the GMC Envoy Reliable?
2002–2009 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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GMC Envoy Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 0 | 7 | — | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2008 | 0 | 46 | 3 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2007 | 3 | 152 | 7 | — | 52 | Fair |
| 2006 | 4 | 230 | — | — | 50 | Fair |
| 2005 | 0 | 327 | 24 | 5 | 20 | Poor |
| 2004 | 0 | 243 | 29 | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2003 | 3 | 272 | 18 | — | 46 | Fair |
| 2002 | 6 | 290 | 32 | 2 | 14 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Envoy Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Envoy scores 17 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known GMC Envoy Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1567 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the GMC Envoy reliable?+
The GMC Envoy scores 51/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 8 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 16 recall campaigns and 1567 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Envoy is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2009 Envoy achieved the highest reliability score of 93/100 with 0 recalls and 7 complaints.
How many miles does a Envoy last?+
With consistent maintenance, most GMC Envoy owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Envoy will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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