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2004 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, but owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
41
Crashes / fires
5 / 0
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic11
Service Brakes10
Fuel System, Diesel5
Electrical System4
Engine and Engine Cooling4
Steering2
Structure2
Engine2
Visibility1
Suspension1
Power Train1
Unknown or Other1

Most reported parts

  • Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 3
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System — 2
  • Steering › Gear Box › Shaft Sector — 1
  • Structure › Body › Hood — 1
  • Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices › Exterior — 1
  • Suspension › Rear — 1
  • Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft › Seal — 1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 50,000 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 Silverado 3500 complaints

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

Service Brakes · at 104,000 miles · reported Sep 16, 2017
All factory hard brake lines have failed due to corrosion. I've replaced the intermediate line between the master cylinder and distribution block with stainless steel 1.5 yrs ago. I just replaced the rear brake lines along the axel. Now the front brake lines have failed. In all cases the lines failed while driving and emptied the master cylinder. I do not live in the salt belt.
Service Brakes · at 248,000 miles · reported Nov 22, 2016
Brake line failure due to rusted & corroded brake lines resulting in costly repairs. Luckily my 2004 chevy silverado 3500 was stationary when brake line ruptured and I was not towing a trailer or loaded with cargo at the time of failure. The ABS pump also failed prior to line failure. My father in law had similar issues with the same model year 1500. Why does GM not use stainless brake lines for such an important safety component.
Service Brakes · at 136,000 miles · reported Mar 14, 2016
2 problems: 1- while driving with no warning the brakes failed. After coasting to a stop I noticed a brake line had ruptured at the frame rail under driver area. I was able to crimp brake line with a pair of vice grip pliers and move truck to a safe location for repair. I believe the brake lines used on these trucks to be of such inferior quality that sudden failure is a common occurrence. 2- my truck has dual tanks for diesel fuel and they have worked sporadically for years. I did not see this as a safety issue as much as an inconvenience. However while my truck was idling on a hot summer day…
Structure · at 40,000 miles · reported Feb 23, 2016
The contact owns a 2004 chevrolet silverado 3500. The contact stated that the rocker panels located under the doors on both the driver and passenger side of the vehicle were rusted and corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who did not repair the vehicle. The contact indicated that the steel inside the rocker panel was not painted and contributed to the rusting. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not availiable. The failure mileage was 40,000.
Service Brakes · at 103,000 miles · reported May 9, 2015
Front brake lines failed causing fluid loss and complete loss of brakes. Happened at slow speed, but still was unable to stop before hitting a fixed object

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?

Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (11 reports), followed by service brakes (10). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 50,000 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.