2004 Chevrolet Tracker
Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2004: 15 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1990 | 1 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1995 | 3 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 4 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 49 |
| 2000 | 109 |
| 2001 | 83 |
| 2002 | 59 |
| 2003 | 69 |
| 2004 | 15 |
Known problem areas
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
6 of 15 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing lower arm.
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My car is in excellent shape I store it right and wash all the salt off during winter there was no corrosion or at least I thought until I was driving down the road the car started shaking violently causing me to go off the road and hit a tree come...
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-23
Also filed under Structure
I purchased a vehicle from a friend that is 20 years old but runs great and he takes great care of his vehicles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-20
Also filed under Steering
The tires were replaced four times in order to stop the vibration. Vehicle vibrated when going 65-70 MPH . Dealer stated no defects were found on the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-18
Air bags
4 of 15 total reports mention: air bags.
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Takata inflators recall did not inflate on impact
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-15
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. The contact stated that while driving in the snow, she lost control of the vehicle and crashed the front of end into an embankment. The air bags failed to deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-05
Myself and 2 daughters were in a head on wreck 2/04/2010 when a guy pulled out in front of us, neither of the airbags deployed. My daughter hit the windshield and I hit the steering wheel and dash. The pregnant one was thankfully in the back seat.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-02-26
Structure
3 of 15 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body and underbody shields.
Steering
3 of 15 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing rack and pinion.
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I purchased a new 2004 chevy Tracker. I had put 260 miles on it in short trips. On March 26, 2004 I was attempting to back up and turn left to leave a large parking lot in a rural area. My attempts to turn the wheels failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-04-10
Power train
2 of 15 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing axle assembly and automatic transmission.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2006-10-30Engineering analysisClosed 2007-12-03 Front suspension crossmember corrosion
Buy-smart checklist
2004 Chevrolet Tracker — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2004 Chevrolet Tracker 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 Tracker?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2004 Chevrolet Tracker 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.