2004 Chevrolet Suburban 2500
Only 20 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 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 20
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2004: 20 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 4 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 1 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 33 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 2 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |
Known problem areas
Only 20 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
7 of 20 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel.
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First occurrence was in 02/2008. Power seat adjuster and seat heater quit working. Problem found to be high resistance in the electrical connector under drivers seat. Substantial burning and melting of the connector present.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-02-16
Service brakes
6 of 20 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
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While vehicle was stationary at idle I noted excessive brake pedal travel after placing my right foot on the brake. The brake pedal traveled all the way to the floor board and was very slow in return.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-31
Seats
2 of 20 total reports mention: seats.
Steering
2 of 20 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing pump.
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Dt*: the contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the power assist steering and the power assist brakes failed simultaneously, causing a loss of vehicle control.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-08-11
Structure
1 of 20 total reports mentions: structure.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2004 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Seats: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban 2500?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.