2004 GMC Sierra Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 74about this part
- Share
- 39%of 188 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 78,600miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 74 complaints about the brakes of the 2004 GMC Sierra, 39% of the 188 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 78,600 miles. 4 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers. 3 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a 2004 Gmc Sierra and all of a sudden my airbag light and ABS light came on took it in to have it looked and the airbags are not communicating with the sensor and they would have to go more in depth on the ABS but to go more in depth they charge $80.00 an hour just to be able to figure it out. I have seen similar responses on the airbag light for this vehicle please help.”
NHTSA complaint #10824516, filed 2016-02, 154,000 miles“Again. My truck had complete brake failure again due to corrosion on the steel lines. This is an otherwise nice truck with brake lines that look like they've been in the ocean their entire lives. Gm dealer quoted over $1,700 to fix. Gm owned warranty company refuses to cover repair. Gm customer service tells me to pound sand.”
NHTSA complaint #10704248, filed 2015-04, 92,546 miles“While driving, needed to slow down for traffic light and the brake pedal went to the floor. I was able to still drive it, as the brakes would stop the truck eventually. Cause was the rusted rear brake line that ruptured. Cost to fix was $400.00 in addition, on 12.27.13, I had the front wheel bearing replaced at a cost of $525.00. The truck only has 66,600 miles on it.”
NHTSA complaint #10560689, filed 2014-01, 66,674 miles“I experienced a brake line failure on my 2004 Gmc Sierra crew cab pickup truck. I was traveling at a slow rate of speed and coming up to a traffic light and the brake pedal pushed all the way to the floor board. The rear emergency brake was used to stop the vehicle. I found the area around the brake module, in the frame area under the driver's area, soaked with brake fluid and corroded brake lines.”
NHTSA complaint #10732170, filed 2015-07, 41,690 miles“All brake lines are rusted about into... One busted, I had been on interstate for two hours and luckily I pulled into my driveway and lost all brakes. Brake lines should not be in such a rusted state for this truck, GM should be made to recall for this problem ... This is life threatening under such conditions! And should be addressed as soon as possible.”
NHTSA complaint #10469129, filed 2012-08, 97,000 milesRelated recalls
- 05V161000Apr 22, 2005On certain pickup trucks equipped with manual transmissions and built with either pbr parking brake systems or trw parking brake systems, the parking brake…Covers: GMC Sierra 1999–2005, Chevrolet Silverado 1999–2005
- 05V043000Feb 8, 2005Certain trucks, sport utility vehicles, and vans equipped with bosch hydro-boost brake assemblies, the hydraulic brake booster pressure accumulator may crack…Covers: GMC Sierra 2004–2005, Chevrolet Silverado 2004–2005, GMC Savana 2004–2005 +7 more
- 04V045000Feb 4, 2004Certain sport utility vehicles, pickup trucks, and passenger vans fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135…Covers: GMC Sierra 2003–2004, Chevrolet Silverado 2003–2004, GMC Yukon 2003–2004 +10 more
Related service bulletins
- 10113364Jan 31, 2017This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10054261Sep 1, 2014Chevrolet/gmc/cadillac: anytime hydraulic brake pipes assembly need replacing, pre-formed and pre-flared brake pipes are available, except rear axle crossover pipe. Model…
- 10112546Nov 6, 2012This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that the Hydro-Boost is not serviceable and will need to be replaced if the brake pedal moves or applies on its…
- 10022470Jun 1, 2007Abs light on, dtc's c0265, c0201, u1041 set and/or loss of communication with brake module. (reground ebcm ground).
- 10021133Mar 13, 2007Service brake booster message.
- 10017092Oct 24, 2005Service brake booster message.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 20 | 33% |
| 2015 | 3 | 6% |
| 2013 | 4 | 10% |
| 2012 | 4 | 14% |
| 2011 | 4 | 9% |
| 2010 | 4 | 12% |
| 2009 | 2 | 5% |
| 2008 | 2 | 3% |
| 2007 | 14 | 24% |
| 2006 | 27 | 51% |
| 2005 | 37 | 32% |
| 2004 | 74 | 39% |
| 2003 | 83 | 40% |
| 2002 | 145 | 58% |
| 2001 | 150 | 57% |
| 2000 | 228 | 51% |
| 1999 | 338 | 56% |
| 1998 | 62 | 33% |
| 1997 | 67 | 28% |
| 1996 | 47 | 19% |
| 1995 | 42 | 16% |
| 1994 | 14 | 7% |
| 1993 | 12 | 17% |
| 1992 | 7 | 23% |
| 1991 | 6 | 50% |
| 1990 | 10 | 56% |
| 1989 | 4 | 25% |
| 1988 | 1 | 17% |
Other parts of the 2004 GMC Sierra
39 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
18 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2004 GMC Sierra
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology