2004 Chevrolet Venture
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 432 |
| 1998 | 409 |
| 1999 | 349 |
| 2000 | 350 |
| 2001 | 222 |
| 2002 | 220 |
| 2003 | 185 |
| 2004 | 124 |
| 2005 | 42 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
23% of complaints: electrical system — 28 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
CIGARETTE LIGHTER SHORTED WITH THE PHONE CHARGER PLUGGED IN. THE FUSE DID NOT BLOW, WHICH CAUSED AN ELECTRICAL FIRE WHICH TOTALED THE VAN. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20150421
11% of complaints: structure — 14 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
DESIGN FLAW IN 2004 CHEVROLET VENTURE.*MR THE CONSUMER RENTED THE VAN FOR A VACATION. WHEN THE CONSUMER CHILD OPENED THE POWER SLIDING DOOR HIS ELBOW BECAME STUCK IN THE SEAT AND HE COULD NOT REMOVE HIS HAND FROM THE DOOR HANDLE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040701
CONSUMER'S ARM BECAME TRAPPED IN THE AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR OF VEHICLE.*MR THE CONSUMER COULD NOT REMOVE HER ARM FAST ENOUGH OR STOP THE DOOR FROM OPENING. AS A RESULT THE CONSUMER'S ARM WAS BROKEN NEAR THE WRIST. (RENTAL VEHICLE).
NHTSA ODI report, 20040615
2004 CHEVROLET VENTURE VAN. WHILE STOPPED IN A PARKING LOT, MY FOURTEEN YEAR OLD SON OPENED THE PASSENGER SIDE AUTOMATIC SIDE DOOR USING THE INTERIOR HANDLE. HE KEPT HIS HAND ON THE HANDLE WHILE IT WAS OPENING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20040612
9% of complaints: latches/locks/linkages — 11 distinct reports on file.
INJURY6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 7 distinct reports on file.
Show complaint excerpts
WE BOUGHT THE VAN USED FROM A DEALERSHIP ABOUT A YEAR AGO. THE VAN WAS FINE AT FIRST BUT A COUPLE OF MONTHS AFTER WE BOUGHT THE VAN THE FUEL GAUGE FLUCTUATED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20120617
6% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN MINIVANS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 213, "CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS." THESE VEHICLES DO NOT HAVE TEXT AND FORMATTING ON THE WARNING LABEL A
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH REPLACEMENT LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JULY 23, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-76
Campaign 04V177000 — check if this car was fixed
POWER-SLIDING DOOR
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH SECOND-ROW BUCKET SEATS OR CAPTAIN'S CHAIRS AND A POWER SLIDING DOOR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE, A PASSENGER USING THE INTERIOR HANDLE TO OPEN THE POWER SLI
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE POWER SLIDING DOOR INTERIOR HANDLE ON THE PASSENGER-SIDE. IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A POWER OR MANUAL SLIDING DOOR ON THE DRIVER-SIDE, THE INTERIOR HANDLE WILL ALSO BE
Campaign 04V597000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNI
Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
Campaign 07E021000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, VARIATIONS IN THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OR EXPOSURE TO HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURES MAY LEAD TO FRACTURE OF THE FUEL TANK INLET CHECK VALVE (ICV).
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK. THE RECALL WILL BE MAILED IN TWO PHASES WITH THE FIRST PHASE BEGINNING ON DECEMBER 4, 2007. THE SECOND PHASE WILL BE MAILED ON DECEMBER 13, 2007. OWNERS MAY CON
Campaign 07V349000 — check if this car was fixed
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEM
Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT D
Campaign 09E005000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2004 Chevrolet Venture — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 04V177000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 04V597000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E021000 (fuel system, other) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07V349000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09E005000 (steering) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2004 Chevrolet Venture reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2004 Chevrolet Venture is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Chevrolet Venture?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 Chevrolet Venture have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.