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SuspensionPart report

2004 GMC Envoy Suspension Problems

Complaints
4about this part
Share
1%of 367 total for the year
Median mileage
20,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the suspension of the 2004 GMC Envoy, 1% of the 367 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 20,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, 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.

“Nothing but this has been nothing but trouble since I bought for that dealership. Guy from todd wenzel grand rapids michigan. I had just back into the shop several times they will not do anything about it she's just used to going ever since I bought this car and your is something wrong with the engine itself it cuts out car smells like something burning I do not feel safe in this car and I still owe on it I like to report todd wenzel buick to the better business bureau they're lousy people thank you also sent all this information Gmc and have not got anywhere”

NHTSA complaint #10986085, filed 2017-05, 71,000 miles

“My 2004 Gmc Envoy slid into a curb and rolled on its side. I believe that the accident was caused by ball joint failure. I could not get any assistance in the investigation, but I know that the accident was caused by mechanical failure and have pictures and witnesses for this accident. The vehicle was totaled as a result of this accident. This vehicle was purchased new and never had any repairs or work done on the drivers side front wheel. It was a 2004 model with around 20000 miles. …”

NHTSA complaint #10102660, filed 2004-12, 20,000 miles

“Dt: the consumer complained about a power steering problems. There was a constant squeak in the steering even while the vehicle was parked. She said there was a popping noise while turning right or left. The consumer also heard the popping noise while going over speed bumps. The squeaking noise began as soon as the vehicle started. The service dealer replaced the power steering belt, power steering gear, a link and bushing, and the drive belt. Also, the dealer adjusted the power steering pulley. This did not remedy the problem, so they replaced the entire power steering pump. …”

NHTSA complaint #10140304, filed 2005-10, 125 miles

“The contact owns a 2004 Gmc Envoy. The contact stated that after parking, the vehicle rear suspension dropped. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was stated that the rear suspension system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.”

NHTSA complaint #10546308, filed 2013-09

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Suspension: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
200879%
200721%
200641%
200571%
200441%
2003195%
2002357%
2001120%
2000314%
1999333%
1998316%

Other parts of the 2004 GMC Envoy

Electrical system
164 complaints
Fuel system
67 complaints
Exterior lighting
39 complaints
Air bags
30 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
20 complaints
Engine cooling
19 complaints
Body and structure
18 complaints
Engine
16 complaints
Vehicle speed control
16 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
15 complaints
Brakes
14 complaints
Other or unknown
11 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2004 GMC Envoy

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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