2004 Chevrolet Colorado Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Worst 2004 Chevrolet Colorado Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Body Structure
Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 80 | — | 6 | 77,604 mi | |
| Body Structure | 40 | — | — | 121,150 mi | |
| Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights:Switch | 25 | — | 1 | 43,729 mi | |
| Airbags | 23 | 3 | — | 147,637 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 21 | — | — | 80,352 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 18 | — | — | 53,526 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 15 | — | 1 | 71,879 mi | |
| Brakes | 15 | 1 | — | 78,706 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 12 | 3 | — | 25,959 mi | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 11 | — | — | 34,402 mi | |
| Structural Problems | 10 | — | — | 72,840 mi | |
| Tire Defects | 10 | — | — | 28,973 mi | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 8 | — | — | 2,724 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 8 | — | — | 8,952 mi | |
| Suspension:Front | 8 | — | — | 11,750 mi | |
| Visibility:Power Window Devices And Controls | 8 | — | — | 38,704 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 7 | — | — | 100,875 mi | |
| Latches / Locks | 7 | — | — | 60,017 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | — | 1 | 74,091 mi | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control | 7 | 1 | — | 41,527 mi | |
| Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System | 7 | — | — | 54,767 mi | |
| Engine & Cooling | 6 | — | — | 61,502 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 6 | 1 | — | 37,144 mi | |
| Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft | 5 | — | — | 13,136 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 5 | — | — | 39,253 mi | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 5 | — | — | 17,990 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields | 4 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~192,676 vehicles.
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2011, CHEVROLET COLORADO, GMC CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006, ISUZU I-280/I-350, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008, I-290/I-370, REGULAR CAB VEHICLES AND EXTENDED CAB VEHICLES WITHOUT A REAR SEAT AND EQUIPPED WITH A FRONT 60/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT IS NOT ACCESSIBLE AND THE OWNER MANUAL DOES NOT INCLUDE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING HOW TO USE THE TOP TETHER.
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2004 Chevrolet Colorado — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?
What are common problems with the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado?
At what mileage do problems start on the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado?
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Does the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2004 Chevrolet Colorado?
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Colorado reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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