2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 3%of 144 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 114,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the engine of the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500, 3% of the 144 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 114,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The exhaust manifolds bolts are snapping off which is causing leaking and noises (ticking sounds near drivers side) which can be smelled in the cabin and heard in the cabin of vehicle. I been told by other mechanics that this is a severe problem with 5.3 liter and 6.0 liter engines made by GM.. This repair will be in the thousands to fix.”
NHTSA complaint #10693390, filed 2015-03, 117,957 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet AVALANCHE 1500. While driving at unknown speeds, the low coolant and check engine warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the cylinder head needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 116,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10691021, filed 2015-02, 116,000 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet AVALANCHE 1500. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the reduce engine speed message appeared on the instrument panel. The vehicle lost speed and the contact coasted the vehicle to the shoulder. The engine was idle and would not accelerate. The contact engaged in gear and started driving, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the house. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic. The throttle actuator control module failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #10914088, filed 2016-10, 113,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 11010544Oct 7, 2024This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10242298Aug 10, 2023This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10211658May 2, 2022This service bulletin provides policy information on warranty administration guidelines for multiple repairs with independent causes (GM Canada Dealers Only).
- 10178387Jul 27, 2020This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller…
- 10176645May 28, 2020This information bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 10176326May 21, 2020This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308…
- 10173398Feb 28, 2020This diagnostic tip provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 10167437Oct 14, 2019This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the…
Engine: other model years
Other parts of the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500
53 complaintsBrakes
39 complaintsAir bags
12 complaintsSteering
10 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsTires
6 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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