2004 Chevrolet Express 2500
Only 8 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2004
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 3 |
| 2023 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
3 of 8 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Express 2500. The contact stated whenever at an idle a loud metal to metal noise would emit continuously.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-08-02
Service brakes
3 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Express 2500. The contact stated that when the brakes were applied, the vehicle shook violently.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-10-05
Engine and engine cooling
2 of 8 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.
Equipment
1 of 8 total reports mentions: equipment.
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Dt*: the contact stated the electrical module that controls the audio warning system is located in the original radio. The contact switched the radio and lost all of the audio warning systems.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-06-07
Electrical system
1 of 8 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2005-11-23Exterior lighting05V559000 Certain conversion vans built on GMC/Chevrolet chassis fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment."…
Remedy: Quality coaches is working with audiovox to replace the center high-mounted brake lamp assembly. Owners may contact quality coaches at 1-800-373-6357 or asa at 1-800-274-1886.
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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).
Buy-smart checklist
2004 Chevrolet Express 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V559000 · Exterior lighting
- Recall 06E043000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2004 Chevrolet Express 2500 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 Express 2500?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Chevrolet Express 2500 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.