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1GCHK29U14E••••••2004 Chevrolet SILVERADO 2500 HD
This build draws 4.3× more complaints than the average 2004 Chevrolet SILVERADO 2500 HD build (9 vs 2).
9on this build
237on the model
112builds in total
2involved a crash
Most reportedService Brakes 6Hydraulic 2Electrical System 1Engine 1
What owners of this build wrote
StructurecrashJun 2013
I was backing up to hook up my utility trailer and the brake pedal went to the floor. The trailer hitch crashed into the bumper of the truck..the brake lines had rotted through and the undercarriage of this truck is severely rusted.just a matter of time before the next issue…
Service BrakescrashFeb 2013
I was going up a hill in vermont and the brakes let go, pedal to the floor. My truck slid backwards, jack knifed my trailer which swung around and smashed into the side of my truck. Took my truck to have the brake lines replaced because they were totally rusted which caused them…
EngineMay 2013
Changed my oil and did a visual inspection on my engine. Come to find I had two exhaust manifold bolts on each side that were broken. This needs to be resolved. I've heard of people having under the hood fires cause of this. This is a safety issue!
Electrical SystemJan 2007
I have a 2004 silverado 2500hd(c/k) with 51,000+ miles. This problem has been occurring for several weeks and just started as I was driving the vehicle on the highway. The speedometer operates erratically by showing various speeds such as 80 mph while I am driving 25 mph or…
Service BrakesOct 2014
Puddle of brake fluid on driveway. Brake line just above gas tank from junction block to rear axle rusted out at clip attachment point with frame. Truck was always garage kept and when washed at automatic car wash most times with a under body rinse
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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 1GCHK29U14E108344 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.