Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (battery, alternator, wiring, ignition, instrument cluster, infotainment).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 GMC Envoy owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2007 GMC Envoy. The contact stated that the power switch used to adjust the front driver seat had failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the power switch had been replaced a total of three times within a two-month time frame. Recently, the power switch had failed for a fourth time and as the contact went to replace the fuse, the fuse box was so hot that it burned the contact's right hand and left a blister. The contact did not seek any medical attention for the injury. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V406000 (Electrical System, Visibility) which was linked to the failure. The dealer nor the manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
On Saturday 4/2/16 our area eastpointe (detroit) mi a snow storm was in the area. As I entered my vehicle snow fell on the drivers side window door module. I bushed off the snow and proceed to drive my vehicle. After about 5 minutes while on I-94 at 70 MPH all four power windows started to go up and down. After two or three times of this action all four windows stayed in the down position. At that time I noticed sparks and smoke coming from the switch positions on the module. I pulled over to side of the expressway and since this module is just a snap in, I removed it and disconnected the cables. Since the passenger side window was conveniently down and module was still smoking and emitting sparks I tossed it out the window into the snow. After about five minutes I retrieved the module and drove the secondary roads back home. Part number on the module label is 25811557. …
Window power module caught fire, shut down engine, stranding us. Recall replaced the module but GMC will not address the fact that the high current draw never blew a fuse first to prevent the fire and not shut down the engine. Car started up and we started driving when smoke came out of door and engine stopped. Calls and e-mails to GMC have not been answered other than the basic recall to replace the module then later added sealer on 2nd recall. No electrical fixes. Electrical issue killed my remote engine starter but they refuse to reprogram or replace as it was an after market remote starter that came with the car..their electrical problem killed it, then they should be responsible and replace it.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 GMC Envoy. While the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, the contact observed clouds of smoke in the vehicle. The contact noticed that the switch on the driver's side door had melted. The fire department was not called. There were no visible flames. There were no injuries. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V599000 (visibility). The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.
Faulty ignition switch caused vehicle engine to stall making all operation to fail car loss of control very dangerous while stalling on highways faulty code given is p1682 short circuit in ignition throttle and gas pedal also probable cause of faulty ECM,PCM also window module caught on fire while at a drive thru on a raining day GMC did not honor a recall for faulty window module nor the faulty ignition I have repaired the ignition and throttle body but problem still occurs and the car is deemed unsafe for my family
My switch on drivers door started on fire right after I purchased vehicle from third party. There was no warning I just smelled smoke while driving and pulled it out
On 7/5/2014, our house was destroyed by fire. Investigator determined the fire started in the garage where our 2007 GMC Envoy was parked (10:00 pm). On 8/8, we were watching morning news over coffee, and it was announced that GM was recalling 2006 and 2007 Chevy trailblazers and gomc envoys, and owners where advised not to park their vehicles near any structure as the vehicle May catch fire. We notified our insurance company of the recall, provided them with the recall itself, which arrived at our home on 9/6. Our complaint is that general motors took far too long to announce this recall, and in so doing cost us our home, our garage, our car, my woodworking shop and all the tools contained therein, and our storage shed, or in other words, everything we owned.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 GMC Envoy. The contact stated that all the windows opened and closed independently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the door module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA campaign number: 14V404000 (visibility); however, the failure recurred. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning and, during inclement weather, the hazard lights failed to turn off. The vehicle was taken back to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the power fuse box needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 88,750. Updated 4/27/15 updated 9/18/2017
I was driving and started smelling like something was burning in the car so I attempted to let the window down and could not. No windows will go down and I pulled over to check underneath hood to see if anything was burning and didnt see anything. I was afraid to drive the truck any further so I tried to lock the doors and was unable to lock any of the doors. The entire window panal is non functioning. I called the repair shop to find out that there was a recall on this part but I was never made aware of and when I go online to check it says recall list closed which I never heard of. I want this problem fixed and GMC needs to fix this problem I am afraid to drive because of risk of fire.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 GMC Envoy. While the vehicle was parked and unoccupied the contact noticed that his driver's side window was shattered and the door was melted. The contact climbed through the passenger side and also noticed that the inside of the drivers door was melted and charred. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for inspection or diagnosis. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the incident. The vehicle was remedied for recall NHTSA campaign number: 13V248000 (electrical system , visibility) in May 2013. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000. Rk
NHTSA investigations
Driver's Master Power Window Switch
On August 15, 2012 General Motors (GM) announced a regional recall action (12V-406) involving model year (MY) 2006-2007 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, Buick Rainier, Isuzu Ascender and MY2005-2007 SAAB 9-7x vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the salt belt states of Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New…
Electrical complaints in other Envoy years
Frequently asked questions
How common are electrical problems on the 2007 GMC Envoy?
NHTSA has 67 complaints about the electrical system of the 2007 GMC Envoy, 26% of the model year's 253 complaints. The component named most often is ignition › switch (3 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 GMC Envoy electrical problems?
No. NHTSA lists no electrical system recall for the 2007 GMC Envoy, though it has 5 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2007 GMC Envoy electrical problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 97,000 miles, and 4% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 12 fires and 1 injury to electrical system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.