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2GCEK19T941••••••2004 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500
This build draws 5.8× more complaints than the average 2004 Chevrolet SILVERADO 1500 build (17 vs 3).
17on this build
664on the model
228builds in total
Most reportedService Brakes 7Electrical System 6Steering 2Hydraulic 2
What owners of this build wrote
Service BrakesMay 2015
ABS light on and e b c m. Pump won't stop running unless remove fuse I am original owner
SeatsJul 2012
When I first purchased the truck, I noticed a week later that the driver's heated seat would not stay on, while depressing the button. It illuminated but went off as soon as I released it. Consequently, no heat to driver's seat. Passenger seat heated and still heats properly. I…
SteeringApr 2009
Purchased truck brand new. After 20,000 miles the intermediate steering shaft "knocks" . Was fixed under warranty by dealer. 40,000 miles problem comes back. Pay dealer 250.00 to diagnose and repair. 65,000 miles problem has returned. Must pay dealer again to get fixed, even…
Electrical SystemDec 2008
My speedometer on my 2004 chevy silverado started sticking at 30mph this past weekend and is now stuck on 15mph and does not move. I have 72k miles on it. It has occurred to me from my research that this has been a problem with gm products
Power TrainMay 2005
My 4 wheel drive pickup has shifted from 2 wheel drive to low 4 wheel drive without command. It is now in the shop for the third time for the same problem. This could be deadly at high speeds. I am awair of one truck of the same make and model that crashed into a ditch when this…
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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 2GCEK19T941238605 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.