2004 GMC Envoy
This year's complaint volume is within 30% of 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 |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 487 |
| 2003 | 393 |
| 2004 | 367 |
| 2005 | 488 |
| 2006 | 352 |
| 2007 | 218 |
| 2008 | 77 |
| 2009 | 17 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
45% of complaints: electrical system — 166 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and switch.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2004 GMC Envoy. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, the contact noticed that the front passenger's door was on fire. The contact stated that he arrived home just in time and noticed the fire.
NHTSA ODI report, 20251217
11% of complaints: exterior lighting — 39 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing headlights and flasher unit.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT BOTH LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS GO OUT COMPLETELY WITHOUT WARNING. VEHICLE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEED AND HAS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING IN CITY AS WELL. HIGHBEAM HEADLIGHTS WORK WHEN SWITCHED ON AFTER LOW BEAM STOP WORKING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20191003
10% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 38 distinct reports on file.
FIRE8% of complaints: air bags — 30 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.
CRASH INJURY DEATH7% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 26 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tank assembly and filler pipe and cap.
SAFETY TIMELINE
BRAKE LAMP FAILURE
TURN SIGNAL FAILURES
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE DRIVER WISHING TO SIGNAL A TURN BY MOVING THE DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL LEVER, (UP OR DOWN) MAY CAUSE THE FRONT MARKER/TURN LIGHTS AND REAR TURN LIGHTS TO FL
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SUSPECT FLASHER MODULES WITH A NEW FLASHER MODULE DESIGNED WITH SEALED RELAYS AND MORE DURABLE CONTACT MATERIAL INSIDE OF THE RELAYS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUS
Campaign 05V198000 — check if this car was fixed
CERTAIN MAXZONE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES, DEPO BRAND, P/NO 335-1120L-AS, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING PRODUCTION THE LAMP HOUSING SHAPE DEFORMED D
Remedy: MAXZONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR ANY NONCOMPLIANT HEADLIGHTS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 16, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAXZONE AT 909-822-3288.
Campaign 07E014000 — check if this car was fixed
FUEL PUMP MODULE LEAKS GASOLINE
Loss of Headlights
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2004 GMC Envoy — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (166 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (39 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (38 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 05V198000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 07E014000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2004 GMC Envoy reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2004 GMC Envoy is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2004 GMC Envoy?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2004 GMC Envoy have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.