2004 Chevrolet S10 recalls and problems

The 2004 Chevrolet S10 has 1 safety recall and 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2004 Chevrolet S10 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Chevrolet S10 recalls

Recall 04V-132: Equipment

Reported Mar 18, 2004 · 183,922 vehicles affected · GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Problem: Certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection."

Risk: Some of these vehicles include incorrect statements on one of the air bag warning labels.

Fix: Owners will be provided with correct labels and installation instructions. Owner notification began on june 4, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.

2004 Chevrolet S10 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	5
Visibility	3
Air Bags	3
Structure	3
Electrical System	3
Suspension	2
Power Train	2
Steering	2
Tires	1
Exterior Lighting	1
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Latches/Locks/Linkages	1

Most reported parts

Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor — 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 2
Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing — 1
Power Train › Driveline — 1
Steering › Rack and Pinion › Pinion Shaft — 1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Abs Warning Light — 1
Air Bags › Frontal — 1
Visibility › Power Window Devices and Controls — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 64,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 Chevrolet S10 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 149,450 miles · reported Mar 14, 2016

The fuel tank on my truck has cracked where the inlet tube connects to the tank , causing a fuel leak. There is a recall by chevrolet for the same condition on 2004 chevrolet tahoe with the plastic tank. General motors has discontinued the tank for replacement and will not verify there is a problem with this tank also. The tank emits gas fumes out of the cracks due to EGR pressure requirements.

Structure · at 75,000 miles · reported Nov 20, 2012

The contact owns a 2004 chevrolet s10. The contact stated that the lift gate collapsed abnormally. The contact stated that the cables were fractured and caused the lift gate to strike the bumpers. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the vehicle was not included in any recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and confirmed that there were no recalls for the vehicle. The failure mileage was 75,000.

Electrical System · reported Oct 3, 2012

The contact owns a 2004 chevrolet s-10. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall without warning. The contact would have to remove and reinsert the fuse in order to be able to restart the vehicle. The contact was unsure what the exact fuse was that was being removed constantly. The vehicle was not inspected. The failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 54,000.

Electrical System · at 133,000 miles · reported Jun 20, 2011

Headlights go out when driving and horn starts sounding when the vehicle is park and without keys. Problem reported to GM when the vehicle was new. Gm dealership worked on the vehicle and said that is was fixed. Problem has reappeared. Also a lot of minor electrical problems *

Electrical System · at 50,000 miles · reported Apr 16, 2010

Chevy s-10 quad cab caught on fire due to electrical malfunction; passenger seat was adjusted (Electric seat with heat) smelled smoke and parked vehicle took keys and exited vehicle with passenger. Vehicle burned all wiring and the fuse box under the hood melted. No flames seen only smoke, all wiring melted under the seat and carpet the vehicle would not start and no electrical item would turn on. Had vehicle towed on back of flat bed to chevy dealer. They said it was our fault that a wire under the seat was pinched by the seat track. The cost was over $4,000. They said that the installed zip…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Chevrolet S10 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Chevrolet S10: 04V-132 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Chevrolet S10?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (5 reports), followed by visibility (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 64,000 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.