MYRModel Year Report

2004 Chevrolet Classic

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2004 Chevrolet Classic
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:45:47.830Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

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
40
Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 2004

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Electrical system

73% of complaints

Complaints per year

2004: 40 complaints 2004 40 2005: 49 complaints 2005
2004: 40 complaints 2004 40 2005: 49 complaints 2005
2004: 40 complaints 2004 40 2005: 49 complaints 2005

2004: 40 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
200440
200549

Known problem areas

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

Electrical system

73% · 29 reports

Most commonly citing switch and fuses and circuit breakers.

CRASHFIREINJURYDEATH
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Ignition key can be removed/falls out when vehicle is being driven. We have had six incidents where we parked car and removed key and then car started rolling.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-13

The "Theft system" Light will come on randomly and my car will not start. The only cure is to turn the key to the on position for 10 minutes until the anti-theft light on the dash goes out. Then turn the key to off and the will then start.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-06

Engine

10% · 4 reports
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The vehicles anti theft system turned the fuel off. This has happened 6 times and resulted in multiple towing and mechanics bills. Has also endangered our safety by leaving us stranded along the road.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-19

Service brakes

8% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing electric.

CRASHFIREDEATH

Vehicle speed control

5% · 2 reports
CRASHFIREDEATH
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My husband was taking our four youngest children to school oct. 18, 2005, traveling south on i-45 in the houston area in our 2004 Malibu Classic which had approximately 40,000 miles on it.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-03-29

Also filed under Service brakes, electric

Exterior lighting

5% · 2 reports

Safety timeline

1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2004-06-23Fuel system, gasoline04V301000 Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a fuel tank that does not meet specification. A weld on these fuel tanks may be insufficient, resulting in a fuel leak.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank, and replace it, if necessary. Owner notification began on June 23, 2004. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2004 Chevrolet Classic — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 29 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 04V301000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 Chevrolet Classic reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Chevrolet Classic?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 73% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Chevrolet Classic have?
1 recall on file for this model year.

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