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1GCEK19T94Z••••••2004 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500
This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 2004 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 build (5 vs 3).
5on this build
664on the model
228builds in total
Most reportedSteering 2Service Brakes 2Electrical System 1Equipment 1
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakesNov 2014
Step on brake pedal, line ruptures
SteeringSep 2008
2004 chevy silverado: steering column began clunking sound around 48,000 miles upon inspection determined pitman shaft bearing loose/worn continues to get worse now 52,000 miles on vehicle. Upon researching problem on internet found many vehicles with the same issue no repair…
Electrical SystemAug 2008
I have a 2004 silverado,z71,and it has 106,000 miles. I just recently had the 4x4 system repaired,at a cost of $802.50. The encoder on the transfer case motor went bad,thus not allowing the 4x4 to engage. I am aware of three other similar trucks that have had the same problems.…
Service BrakesOct 2014
Out for a drive in the pennsylvania mountains when experienced difficulty stopping. Checked brake fluid. It was 3/4 empty due to leakage in lines. Took truck to the repair shop. Brake lines need to be replaced due to rusting out. The cost will be approximately $1,000.00. I…
SteeringJun 2008
I have a 2004 chevrolet silverado with steering noise problem. From reading many forums and advice from many mechanics they say this is a huge issue with chevy trucks but they wont provide a fix. When driving my steering wheel makes loud noises heard from inside and outside the…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1GCEK19T94Z235078 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.