2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
951
Owner Complaints
0
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.
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.
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.
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.
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..
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..
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.
Other Model Years of the CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500
- 1999 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 711 complaints
- 2000 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 729 complaints
- 2001 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 627 complaints
- 2002 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 620 complaints
- 2003 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 959 complaints
- 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 (current)
- 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 642 complaints
- 2006 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 462 complaints
- 2007 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 1,053 complaints
- 2008 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 1,087 complaints
- 2009 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 — 553 complaints
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