MYRModel Year Report

2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500

● Typical for this model
2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:56:41.719Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
144
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2004

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Electrical system

38% of complaints

Complaints per year

2002: 154 complaints 2002 2003: 182 complaints 2004: 144 complaints 2004 144 2005: 129 complaints 2006: 39 complaints 2006 2007: 113 complaints 2008: 37 complaints 2008 2009: 20 complaints 2010: 6 complaints 2010 2011: 28 complaints 2012: 16 complaints 2012 2013: 29 complaints
2002: 154 complaints 2002 2003: 182 complaints 2003 2004: 144 complaints 2004 144 2005: 129 complaints 2005 2006: 39 complaints 2006 2007: 113 complaints 2007 2008: 37 complaints 2008 2009: 20 complaints 2009 2010: 6 complaints 2010 2011: 28 complaints 2011 2012: 16 complaints 2012 2013: 29 complaints 2013
2002: 154 complaints 2002 2003: 182 complaints 2003 2004: 144 complaints 2004 144 2005: 129 complaints 2005 2006: 39 complaints 2006 2007: 113 complaints 2007 2008: 37 complaints 2008 2009: 20 complaints 2009 2010: 6 complaints 2010 2011: 28 complaints 2011 2012: 16 complaints 2012 2013: 29 complaints 2013

2004: 144 complaints

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YearComplaints
2002154
2003182
2004144
2005129
200639
2007113
200837
200920
20106
201128
201216
201329

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

38% · 54 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.

Service brakes

27% · 39 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
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The brake pressure modulator valve leaks the transmission has problems and service airbags is on

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-17

Also filed under Air bags and power train

The ABS system engages at low speeds when stopping on dry pavement. Generally the condition is limited to speeds under 10 MPH when parking or stopping at stop signs.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-30

Air bags

8% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.

CRASHINJURY
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Takata inflators airbags and gages on dash. In an accident airbags didn't released.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-28

Also filed under Exterior lighting

I got in my vehicle to come home. Put the key in the ignition to start the car and as I did, the driver's side air bag exploded in my face. I had not even put the car in gear yet.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-04-06

I was involved in an accident on 02/22/2010. A very large ice chest flew out of a vehicle several cars ahead of me on the highway. Traffic was going around 55 - 60 MPH. The first car slammed on their brakes, trying to avoid the ice chest.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-03-31

Steering

8% · 11 reports

Most commonly citing rack and pinion and shaft sector.

Vehicle speed control

5% · 7 reports

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2006-10-18Fuel system, gasoline06E043000 Certain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n G3727, with date codes X52911 through X60801 sequentially or X600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing…

    Remedy: Honeywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2006. Owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (Option 1).

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2008-02-07Wheels07E106000 Certain federal-mogul replacement wheel hub assemblies with the brand names: national, carquest p/nos. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, and 515060, shipped between January 23, 2006…

    Remedy: Federal-mogul will notify customers and will replace the hub assembly free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2008. Owners can contact federal-mogul toll-free at 877-489-6659.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 54 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 39 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 12 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 07E106000 · Wheels
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.