2009 GMC Envoy recalls & problems
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls for the 2009 GMC Envoy and 17 owner complaints. The part owners complain about most is exterior lighting (6 reports), followed by electrical system (4). NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.
2009 GMC Envoy problems by component
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Power Train | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
NHTSA investigations
- RQ17002 – Loss of Headlights opened Apr 24, 2017, closed Mar 29, 2021
Latest owner complaints
Engine · Jan 9, 2024 · 145,000 miles · NY
The contact owns a 2009 GMC Envoy. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service stabili-trak warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle filed accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the…
Power Train · Nov 1, 2020 · 120,000 miles · NY
The transmission I had to have it replaced but the one they put in it is really acting like the other transmission did no reverse and the first 2 gears were making this grinding noise I've never heard before and it happened when I was backing out the driveway to go to work lucky I made it to the place where I got it to fix it but I believe this transmission they put in it is…
Engine · Nov 1, 2020 · 120,000 miles · NY
The transmission I had to have it replaced but the one they put in it is really acting like the other transmission did no reverse and the first 2 gears were making this grinding noise I've never heard before and it happened when I was backing out the driveway to go to work lucky I made it to the place where I got it to fix it but I believe this transmission they put in it is…
Unknown or Other · Nov 1, 2020 · 120,000 miles · NY
The transmission I had to have it replaced but the one they put in it is really acting like the other transmission did no reverse and the first 2 gears were making this grinding noise I've never heard before and it happened when I was backing out the driveway to go to work lucky I made it to the place where I got it to fix it but I believe this transmission they put in it is…
Exterior Lighting · Sep 7, 2019 · 150,000 miles · OH
For 5 months the headlights work when they want to, the first couple months they were working more than not, last couple months they were not working more than they did work.
Engine · Sep 8, 2017 · 140,000 miles · MI
Only 8 years old and 140,000 miles the exhaust manifold has cracked allowing exhaust fumes to enter the interior of the car. I have had no accidents with this car and I see no reason why the manifold should crack. I have had cars longer then this that never had this problem. Manifolds should not just crack.
Electrical System · Jun 20, 2017 · 110,000 miles · PA
Headlight drive module (hdm) controls both low beam headlights. This relay has failed on me twice in less than a year, at night resulting in going down the road with no lights and unable to see. Vehicle was in motion on a highway going 55 MPH at night
Exterior Lighting · May 2, 2017 · 112,000 miles · MN
Low beam headlights don't work even after replacing the hdm.
Unknown or Other · Apr 18, 2016 · 120,000 miles · MN
Rear hatch window exploded on its own into a thousand pieces with vehicle parked in mild weather. This apparently is a defect in design that is an unaddressed safety issue.
Exterior Lighting · Dec 21, 2015 · 69,443 miles · TX
On december 20, 2015 we were traveling after dark (7:30 pm) and the head lamps went off. We managed to pull out of traffic safely. Could not figure out what happened. After sitting for approximately 5 minutes the lamps came back on and we were driving to our home and the lamps went off again. I took the vehicle to a chevy dealer and they could not help me. I then called the…
Exterior Lighting · Oct 6, 2015 · 63,000 miles · TX
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 GMC envoy. While driving at an unknown speed, the head lamps failed. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V755000 (exterior lighting). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000.
Exterior Lighting · Oct 1, 2015 · 119,000 miles · OH
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 GMC envoy. While driving 35 MPH, both headlights and tail lights failed. The contact was able to drive home using the fog lights. After letting the engine cool down, the vehicle would operate normally. The contact was a certified mechanic and noted that the volt meter dropped to 12 volts when the failure occurred. The manufacturer was aware of the…
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2009 GMC Envoy have any recalls?
No safety recalls are listed for the 2009 GMC Envoy in NHTSA's recall database. Recalls can still be issued later, so check again by VIN before buying.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 GMC Envoy?
Based on 17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are exterior lighting (6), electrical system (4), engine (4).
Is NHTSA investigating the 2009 GMC Envoy?
NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle, most recently RQ17002: Loss of Headlights.