2004 Chevrolet Colorado Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 35about this part
- Share
- 10%of 361 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 43,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 35 complaints about the suspension of the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado, 10% of the 361 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 43,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“(1) intermittent noise from rear suspension: may be relevant (2) while driving at freeway speed on I-15 south, north of san diego, ca, heard noise; managed to drive truck (2004 chevy Colorado) to nearest exit, coasted to a stop. All the while, the truck vibrated violently and I barely avoided crashing into other vehicles. …”
NHTSA complaint #10177987, filed 2007-01, 31,413 miles“I went to install brakes when the mechanic noticed the jounce bumber missing, but when he looked closer he noticed it was rotted. The jounce buper bracket is part of the frame and it completely rotted out. I called GM and they inspected it and they said there is nothing they could do. I said toyota replaced all the chasis rotting out in the state of massachusetts, this would be the same the salt brine is rooting out frames and this vehicle is no longer safe. They will not even buy it back. I need your help.”
NHTSA complaint #10747736, filed 2015-08, 170,000 miles“I have chevy Colorado truck that has had to have the front end realigned at 20,000 miles the front tires were completely worn out on the inside did not take back to the dealer because did not think would be a warranty issue but have talked to other owners an they have had the same problem I have not had any heavy loads on the truck my wife drives it to work and home every day.”
NHTSA complaint #10149366, filed 2006-02, 20,000 miles“I currently own a 2004 Chevrolet Colorado miles are 107,650. My truck is in very good to excellent shape, I take pride in my vehicles. The issue I have is my frame is rotten and cracked at the leaf spring hangers, much to my surprise when I jacked my truck up to change over tires and the rear axle stayed on the ground. Im very grateful we caught this before the right side broke away like the left side did. I do live in maine and they use products on the roads for ice, but my fuel and brake lines are in very good serviceable condition, as is most everything under the truck including the bed. …”
NHTSA complaint #11064210, filed 2018-01, 107,650 miles“Todays date is 04/20/2013 #1- wheel alignment front to back, where rear passenger side tire sticks out from body. #2- this is my forth set of tires because of alignment problems. #3- rear tail lights seem to be burned out, they are not it a poor socket problem, I lube with electrical grease. I can't believe that they are introducing the market with making more of the problems for the new line 2014 and beyond. This is the worst Chevrolet I ever owned the 2004 Colorado. I have owned 14 chevys, will chevys be in my future?”
NHTSA complaint #10508897, filed 2013-04, 520 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10190337Oct 1, 2017Information Regarding the Differences Between Fluid Leakage and Seepage This bulletin is intended to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak and…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 6% |
| 2024 | 1 | 1% |
| 2023 | 1 | 1% |
| 2022 | 1 | 2% |
| 2021 | 3 | 4% |
| 2020 | 1 | 1% |
| 2019 | 4 | 3% |
| 2018 | 4 | 2% |
| 2017 | 4 | 2% |
| 2016 | 10 | 1% |
| 2015 | 5 | 1% |
| 2012 | 2 | 5% |
| 2011 | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 | 4 | 5% |
| 2007 | 1 | 1% |
| 2006 | 8 | 3% |
| 2005 | 23 | 6% |
| 2004 | 35 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
88 complaintsBody and structure
61 complaintsBrakes
52 complaintsExterior lighting
43 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 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 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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