2004 Chevrolet Colorado Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 3%of 361 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 25,615miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the fuel system of the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado, 3% of the 361 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 25,615 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers.
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 recently took my Chevrolet Colorado in to a Chevrolet dealership because my check engine light was on. It was diagnosed that a sensor on the gas tank was rusted and needed to be replaced. The service manager admitted this was common for a Colorado. Parts were ordered and I was told it would cost about $800 to fix. I brought my truck in a few days later to have the work done. Later that day I was called and asked to come in because they found another problem with my truck that I needed to see. …”
NHTSA complaint #10650030, filed 2014-10, 111,000 miles“I have a 2004 chevy Colorado crew cab 4x4 with the z71 off road package. I ran over a stick about 3/4 to 1-1/2 in dia. And it broke the fuel line (that is pvc not metal). I think GM should look at this more closely as it is a major hazard on the road. I notified GM on monday 12-01-2008 and they said that, could not have happened. Well it did happen and if it happened to me I am sure it has before and will happen again. Please let me know how I should proceed with this major road safety hazard. Thank you, randy schmidt”
NHTSA complaint #10250873, filed 2008-12, 36,750 miles“When filling fuel tank, about a half cup of fuel comes spewing from filler neck due to improper venting. This is not only detrimental to our ecological system, it is a fire hazard waiting to happen.”
NHTSA complaint #10850943, filed 2016-03, 82,000 miles“2004 Colorado fuel filter was replaced at 22,300. The fuel connector came loose cause fuel to spill out. A year and some months later, the consumer discovered fuel leaking profusely from the fuel filter connector (between the filter and the engine). The consumer snapped the connector back in to place.”
NHTSA complaint #10176444, filed 2006-11, 22,300 miles“1. With 860 miles on the odometer, an unknown object flipped up by the tires. Engine died with gasoline trailing behind the truck. The plastic piece connecting the plastic gas line to the plastic gas tank was cracked. 3. It couldn't be fixed, as Chevrolet and general motors did not have the part available anywhere. After 3 days traded it in for a nissan xterra to complete our thip.”
NHTSA complaint #10118009, filed 2005-04, 860 milesRelated service bulletins
- 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…
- 10209741Mar 22, 2022This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
- 10209734Mar 22, 2022This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10199281May 25, 2021This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or…
- 10190437Mar 30, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
- 10176607May 8, 2020This technical 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…
- 10176310May 8, 2020This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing…
- 10171878Jan 2, 2020This informational 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…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 6% |
| 2024 | 4 | 3% |
| 2023 | 5 | 4% |
| 2022 | 1 | 2% |
| 2021 | 3 | 4% |
| 2020 | 2 | 2% |
| 2019 | 11 | 7% |
| 2018 | 14 | 8% |
| 2017 | 16 | 7% |
| 2016 | 22 | 3% |
| 2015 | 6 | 1% |
| 2012 | 1 | 2% |
| 2011 | 2 | 5% |
| 2010 | 1 | 3% |
| 2009 | 12 | 18% |
| 2008 | 5 | 6% |
| 2007 | 13 | 9% |
| 2006 | 18 | 8% |
| 2005 | 11 | 3% |
| 2004 | 12 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
88 complaintsBody and structure
61 complaintsBrakes
52 complaintsExterior lighting
43 complaintsSuspension
35 complaintsAir bags
29 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
27 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
26 complaintsOther or unknown
25 complaintsEngine cooling
23 complaintsTires
18 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
15 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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