2004 Chevrolet Avalanche Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 4%of 165 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,124miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the suspension of the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche, 4% of the 165 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,124 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.
“I have problem with the brake system, and the transmission fluid came out from the from front passenger side. I took it to the chevy dealer, but I was told that the transmission clutch was burned out, maybe it an defected transmission or recall, im not sure, but I do know that the transmission and the brake system are not in safe conditions, nor workable. Not to mention the cracking noise in the front of the suspension, while turning.”
NHTSA complaint #10241413, filed 2008-09, 69,124 miles“While turning the steering wheel a clicking sound was heard. Vehicle was taken to the dealer seven times, and dealer was unable to fix the problem. 8nm”
NHTSA complaint #10094306, filed 2004-10, 1,000 miles“My 2004 model at 70 MPH the front right wheel act like a basketball after hitting a hole, I cross the lane into the oncoming traffic, or the left lane on an interstate etc. There is no control until I slow down. The dealer ship here says they have never heard of it before. So I ask - what did they do to my 2000 model when it did the same thing 4 years ago ?”
NHTSA complaint #10402351, filed 2011-05“Consumer letter regarding explorer pro comp suspension kits contact on new 2500 series Chevrolet avalanches. The consumer believes that federal rules and regulations prohibit contact and/or any bending to occur of suspension components. The consumer feels that over time these components could fail prematurely and result in serious injury or death. The consumer requests full investigation into the matter.”
NHTSA complaint #10124742, filed 2005-06“Front end suspension has made popping and creaking noise since it was purchased. I have asked the dealer to fix the problem on several occasions. They have made a variety of excuses and attempted repairs but the problem is still re-occurring.”
NHTSA complaint #10130634, filed 2005-07Related service bulletins
- 10052488Jun 16, 2013Gm: if the service suspension system is displayed on the dic, the trim height may be incorrect, loose compressor inlet hose, or the compressor self test may be inoperative. Also…
- 10112519Oct 29, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have grease leaking from front hub bearings. Technician should not replace…
- 10024345Feb 1, 2008Eaton locking differential chatter shudder noise on turns, equipped with a locking rear differential rpo g80. *nj updated 7/17/2008.
- 10020874Sep 23, 2006Left front axle shaft difficult to remove. Axle differential leak seal shaft.
- 10019852Mar 1, 2006Revised upper control arm replacement.
- 10017308Nov 2, 2005Service vme - 8.6 inch rear axle which exhibit a gear whine condition (until december 23, 2005).
- 10011197Nov 1, 200520 inch wheels and tires available through gmspo. *tt updated.
- 10016714Sep 28, 2005Automatic level control inoperative due to water ingestion.
- 10014945Mar 1, 2005Revised front caster and camber adjustment procedure. Original not yet received.
Suspension: other model years
Other parts of the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
60 complaintsBrakes
42 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsSteering
10 complaintsAir bags
9 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsWheels
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
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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