2004 Chevrolet Suburban Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 2%of 204 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 35,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the equipment of the 2004 Chevrolet Suburban, 2% of the 204 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 35,000 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.
“Terrible knocking in turning steering wheel--repaired under warranty--states shaft, intermediate replace-mileage was 35k now at 55k same problem only louder and wheel seems loose--called dealer--needs to replace shaft again for a cost of $300--I drive my grandchildren to school and take long trips--dealer said car is safe-I am about to make along trip and cannot get the car serviced until my return in a week--this is worrisome when I feel I could lose control of the car if something should break-why would a second drive shaft be faulty as was the first. …”
NHTSA complaint #10200775, filed 2007-08, 35,000 miles“Within one month of vehicle purchase consumer began to hear a loud pitch screeching noise any time the vehicle was stopped with the air conditioner on. Noise can be heard both inside and outside of the vehicle at some distance from vehicle. Noise has progressively worsened over year period and occasionally occurs while vehicle is in motion with air conditioner on.”
NHTSA complaint #10142222, filed 2005-11, 786 miles“In researching online I've noticed this on many different chevy 2004 models. The tachometer, fuel gage, and speedometer are what I noticed problems with and what others have seen problems with though the speedometer is the most prevalently noticed item. The gauge motors are not stepping back down when rpms, speed, or fuel levels drop thus leading drivers to respond in potentially dangerous ways. …”
NHTSA complaint #10228295, filed 2008-05“The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that the vehicle would intermittently blow hot air due to a failure with the air conditioner blower motor. The contact stated that the blower resistor module and the wiring harness were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 174,000. Updated 12/03/15 updated 11/17/2017”
NHTSA complaint #10733984, filed 2015-07, 174,000 miles“2004 Chevrolet Suburban. Consumer states unsatisfactory transaction the consumer stated he was unable to lower the spare tire on his vehicle. The tire was stored under the rear of the vehicle on a cable lowering mechanism. The tire would lower only four inches because of a secondary latch system. The system was supposed to be able to be released according to the owners manual. The consumer spent hours over a three day period of time, trying to get the tire lowered to the ground. He took the vehicle to the dealer to have them release it. The mechanic could not lower it either. …”
NHTSA complaint #10330670, filed 2010-05Related service bulletins
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- 10247552Dec 12, 2023This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10244201Sep 26, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
- 10244214Sep 21, 2023This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
- 10240793Jul 18, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint…
- 10232287Feb 21, 2023This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10232156Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
- 10232811Feb 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…
- 10230605Jan 6, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.
Equipment: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 | 3 | 1% |
| 2008 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 4 | 1% |
| 2005 | 3 | 2% |
| 2004 | 5 | 2% |
| 2003 | 7 | 2% |
| 2002 | 6 | 2% |
| 2001 | 5 | 1% |
| 2000 | 7 | 2% |
| 1999 | 7 | 1% |
| 1998 | 5 | 2% |
| 1997 | 8 | 2% |
| 1996 | 9 | 3% |
| 1995 | 11 | 2% |
| 1994 | 7 | 1% |
| 1993 | 5 | 1% |
| 1992 | 2 | 1% |
| 1990 | 2 | 4% |
| 1988 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
72 complaintsBrakes
49 complaintsFuel system
14 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsEngine cooling
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
12 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsElectronic stability control
8 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsEngine
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
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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