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SuspensionPart report

2004 Chevrolet Tahoe Suspension Problems

Complaints
7about this part
Share
2%of 467 total for the year
Median mileage
71,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the suspension of the 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2% of the 467 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 71,000 miles. 1 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.

“Abs light came on along with a loud hum and rattling from front tire area. Had to get the hub assembly replace. This happened around 90,000 miles with the front passenger side tire, and around 130,000 miles with the front driver side tire. Both mechanics I brought it to said this was a common problem for my type of vehicle. They also mentioned that when this occurs the entire wheel could fall off and result in a major accident if traveling at high speeds.”

NHTSA complaint #10414016, filed 2011-07, 90,000 miles

“Chevrolet Tahoe. Swerved to miss a dog at 35 MPH and lost control. Car very unstable. The faster the speed , the harder it is to control. You have to be on the steering every second. If it is windy out, it will slide over to another lane without notice. Car very top heavy. Reported this to dealer in medford, oregon and they said that is was normal. Normal to lose control so easily?? Purchased new and only had 4,800 miles on it and sold it that day. I am a very good driver, no tickets or accidents and driving over 45 years. …”

NHTSA complaint #10093816, filed 2004-10, 4,840 miles

“The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. Ever since the time of purchase, the contact has heard a knocking noise coming from the front end of his vehicle. The noise intensifies when making right turns and in rainy conditions. The vehicle has been taken to the dealer more than once. The mechanic test drove the vehicle and stated that he did not hear the noise or feel anything when turning. The dealer kept the vehicle for at least three days before claiming to have repaired the failure. The failure mileage was 71,000.”

NHTSA complaint #10263938, filed 2009-04, 71,000 miles

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Suspension: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202211%
202182%
202024%
201933%
201822%
201732%
2016197%
2015528%
201411%
201352%
201221%
201141%
201010%
200921%
2008132%
2007131%
200622%
200552%
200472%
2003143%
2002194%
2001133%
200072%
1999265%
1998135%
1997307%
199672%
199552%
1993113%

Other parts of the 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe

Electrical system
214 complaints
Brakes
86 complaints
Steering
29 complaints
Vehicle speed control
27 complaints
Engine
26 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
26 complaints
Engine cooling
20 complaints
Fuel system
15 complaints
Body and structure
15 complaints
Air bags
14 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
14 complaints
Seats
10 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe

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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