2004 GMC Envoy Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 67about this part
- Share
- 18%of 367 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 107,300miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 67 complaints about the fuel system of the 2004 GMC Envoy, 18% of the 367 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 107,300 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Filler neck on gas tank has fractured causing gas vapors and possibly gas to escape the tank. I have been driving the vehicle with this condition present but have just received a notice from Gmc indicating that they are aware of the problem but my vehicle is outside of the window they will cover for repairs.”
NHTSA complaint #10807222, filed 2015-11, 4 miles“While driving on the street on my way home from work , I could smell gas... Got out and saw a visible leak coming from the gas tank.. I proceeded to look this problem up, and found out this is a reoccurring problem with this vehicle .”
NHTSA complaint #11265284, filed 2019-10, 230,000 miles“Recently, when the A/C or heater is turned on, the smell of fuel comes thru the air vents. It is a strong odor which last for a few minutes to sometimes longer. I have to put the windows down in order to not get dizzy or get a headache. The vehicle be in motion or still for this to happen. Mileage is around 95,000. I've heard it's a cracked fuel line or fuel tank and read many complaints about the same; therefore, why no recall?”
NHTSA complaint #11039900, filed 2017-10, 95,000 miles“The transmission started to slip, noticed it starting to have issues getting up to proper speed without slipping and trying to stall, and was told by previous owner whom I'm purchasing it from that there is a possible issue with the transfer case as well, as it engages it's 4 wheel drive without me touching it, tried to service the transmission and put fresh fluid and a new filter in to see if it would help and now it can only go as fast as 40 to 55 before it starts to slip pretty bad. …”
NHTSA complaint #11281475, filed 2019-11, 196,425 miles“I will cut the car on and reduced engine power light comes on and the car idols hard then cuts off while driving . I read on internet alit of GM vehicles have this problem just wondering is there a recall? Also check engine light and reduced engine power light will not cut off.”
NHTSA complaint #10618481, filed 2014-08, 154,000 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…
- 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…
- 10129057Jan 9, 2018This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an oil leak shortly after a cold start when extremely low ambient…
- 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…
- 10137635May 10, 2017This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1 | 6% |
| 2008 | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 | 80 | 37% |
| 2006 | 180 | 51% |
| 2005 | 226 | 46% |
| 2004 | 67 | 18% |
| 2003 | 94 | 24% |
| 2002 | 56 | 12% |
| 2001 | 1 | 20% |
| 2000 | 1 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2004 GMC Envoy
164 complaintsExterior lighting
39 complaintsAir bags
30 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
20 complaintsEngine cooling
19 complaintsBody and structure
18 complaintsEngine
16 complaintsVehicle speed control
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
15 complaintsBrakes
14 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsSeat belts
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 GMC Envoy
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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