2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

951

Owner Complaints

47 Crashes 13 Fires 1 Death

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Recalls

NO ACTIVE RECALLS

4

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

The 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 has received a total of 951 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 4 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Service Brakes (229 complaints), Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel (159 complaints), and Electrical System (106 complaints).

Recalls for the 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. No Active Recalls

Owner Complaints for the 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

951 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Service Brakes
Complaints: 229 13 Crashes 1 Fire 3 Injuries
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 159 1 Fire
Electrical System
Complaints: 106 1 Crash 3 Fires 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 67 5 Crashes
Steering
Complaints: 65 1 Crash
Air Bags
Complaints: 32 12 Crashes 9 Injuries 1 Death
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 19
Engine
Complaints: 18 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Power Train
Complaints: 15 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 14 1 Crash 1 Fire
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 13
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 12 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 10 1 Crash
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 9 1 Fire
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 9
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 9 1 Crash
Equipment
Complaints: 8
Structurebody
Complaints: 8 3 Crashes 2 Injuries
Tires
Complaints: 8 2 Injuries
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Fire
Suspension
Complaints: 7
Wheels
Complaints: 7 1 Injury
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 6
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 5
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 5
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 5
Seats
Complaints: 4
Structure
Complaints: 4 1 Injury
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 3
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 1 Fire
Service Brakes Airsupplyhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 3
Visibility
Complaints: 3
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Wheelshub
Complaints: 3
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 2
Parking Brake
Complaints: 2
Power Traindriveline
Complaints: 2
Seat Belts
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 2
Steeringlinkages
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 2
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 1
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 4 Injuries
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systeminstrument Panelspeedometerodometer
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestorage
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakedrivelinehydraulichoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Power Trainclutch Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
Complaints: 1
Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfront
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Electric
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipwheel Speed Sensortone Ring
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assisthydraulichoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Boxshaft Sector
Complaints: 1
Structurebodytailgatehinge And Attachments
Complaints: 1 1 Injury
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 1 1 Injury
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrearaxlespindle
Complaints: 1
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 1
Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire
Complaints: 1
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemwindshieldelectrical Heating Element
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

Odometer Fraud. The contact was interested in purchasing a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 from a local used car dealer. The contact stated that the odometer indicated that the mileage was 187,000. The Carfax report indicated that the last reported mileage was 312,000. In addition, the contact was informed that the vehicle had only one previous owner. The Carfax report indicated that the vehicle had four previous owners. The dealer was not made aware of the issue.
#11631573 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | | 162,616 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 30-35 MPH, the brake and the check engine warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal traveled down to the floorboard, and the vehicle hesitated to respond. The contact pulled to the side of the road, added brake fluid to the vehicle, and continued driving. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal traveled down to the floorboard and the vehicle failed to respond. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact engaged the parking brake, and the vehicle stopped. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road downhill. The contact turned on the hazard lights and drove 5 MPH to her mother's residence while being trailed by a Police Officer. The vehicle was taken to O'Reilly and to Advanced Auto Parts, where the contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact purchased an oxygen sensor, an oil sensor, the battery, the brake booster, the thermostat, and the brake lines. The contact's son and nephew attempted to replace the parts and noticed that the brake assembly was significantly damaged. The contact's son and nephew also noticed that the frame, the exhaust system assembly, and other parts were severely corroded. The Used Car dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The Chevrolet dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 162,616.
#11631573 | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | | 162,616 miles
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 30-35 MPH, the brake and the check engine warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal traveled down to the floorboard, and the vehicle hesitated to respond. The contact pulled to the side of the road, added brake fluid to the vehicle, and continued driving. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal traveled down to the floorboard and the vehicle failed to respond. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact engaged the parking brake, and the vehicle stopped. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road downhill. The contact turned on the hazard lights and drove 5 MPH to her mother's residence while being trailed by a Police Officer. The vehicle was taken to O'Reilly and to Advanced Auto Parts, where the contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The contact purchased an oxygen sensor, an oil sensor, the battery, the brake booster, the thermostat, and the brake lines. The contact's son and nephew attempted to replace the parts and noticed that the brake assembly was significantly damaged. The contact's son and nephew also noticed that the frame, the exhaust system assembly, and other parts were severely corroded. The Used Car dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The Chevrolet dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 162,616.
#11597757 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
I just replaced the battery in my 2004 chevy Silverado 1500 with only 97,000 miles on it, and i went to drive it down the road and the vehicle now loses power and cuts off making a left turn.. It did this twice and i parked it.. THIS IS A VERY SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE in my opinion.. PLEASE investigate the issue and report back to me please..
#11597757 | POWER TRAIN | | N/A miles
I just replaced the battery in my 2004 chevy Silverado 1500 with only 97,000 miles on it, and i went to drive it down the road and the vehicle now loses power and cuts off making a left turn.. It did this twice and i parked it.. THIS IS A VERY SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE in my opinion.. PLEASE investigate the issue and report back to me please..

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Safety Rating for the 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

General Motors, LLC has issued 4 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

PIT5195H — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the speedometer needle appears to be inaccurate. Dealer should advise the customer the specification for speedometer needle accuracy is +/- 2 MPH at any given speed when looking straight at the needle.  

06-06-01-007I — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

This informational bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on identifying Duramax Diesel overpower engine breakdown or non-function due to aftermarket power-up devices vs. non overpower engine non-function of pistons, cylinders, valve train components, and DTC P003A or P111D set.

PIC4310J — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system.

PIP3394F — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

NHTSA Investigations for the 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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