Worst 2004 Chevrolet Express 3500 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering Defects
Gasoline Fuel System
Brakes
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Chevrolet Express 3500.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Steering:Linkages:Arm:Idler And Attachment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Door | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — |
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2004 Chevrolet Express 3500 — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2004 Chevrolet Express 3500 reliable?
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Does the 2004 Chevrolet Express 3500 have any recalls?
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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