2004 Chevrolet Express Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2004 Chevrolet Express.

20032005
Complaints
26
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2004 Chevrolet Express Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#13 complaints

Brakes

#23 complaints

Hydraulic Brakes

#32 complaints

Fuel Pump

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2004 Chevrolet Express.

Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel Pump
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking-Brake Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Linkages:Knuckle:Spindle:Arm
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2004 Chevrolet Express

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~9,389 vehicles.

12V388000Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap
~9,389 affected

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with a left side cargo door, and originally sold or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia. Water and road contaminants may become trapped in the protective conduit that covers the fuel filler pipe and may cause the pipe to corrode.

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2004 Chevrolet Express — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2004 Chevrolet Express reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2004 Chevrolet Express has 26 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Brakes with 3 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2004 Chevrolet Express?
Top reported problems: Brakes (3 complaints); Hydraulic Brakes (3 complaints); Fuel Pump (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2004 Chevrolet Express?
NHTSA complaints for the 2004 Chevrolet Express include 1 crash-related reports, 2 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2004 Chevrolet Express have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 9,389 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2004 Chevrolet Express?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Express reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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