2004 GMC Sierra Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 2%of 188 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 26,368miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2% of the 188 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 26,368 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“The injectors on my 2004 Gmc Sierra went out at 26,000 miles. The incident caused me to lose my truck for 4 days. The dealership replaced all 8 injectors.”
NHTSA complaint #10127569, filed 2005-07, 26,368 miles“The contact owns a 2004 Gmc Sierra. The contact stated that while driving his vehicle the check engine light illuminated and the message reduce engine power appeared causing the vehicle to reduce speed. The contact stated that the failure happened several times without warning and it was a safety hazard while driving on the highway. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that they were not able to help until the vehicle was inspected. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 48,000 and the current mileage was 55,000. …”
NHTSA complaint #10379850, filed 2011-02, 48,000 milesRelated recalls
- 06V289000Aug 3, 2006On certain trucks equipped with an 8.1l v8 (rpo l8-vin g) engine have a condition in which the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture…Covers: GMC Sierra 2004–2006, Chevrolet Silverado 2004–2006, GMC Yukon XL 2004–2006 +6 more
Related service bulletins
- 10056354Sep 1, 2014Gmc/chevrolet: engines, with egr system, has leakage from egr cooler engine coolant into the combustion chamber. Model 2002-15 silverado, sierra, 2004-09 kodiak c4500-c5500…
- 10058259Jul 16, 2014General motors: an optional engine block heater plug in for onboard ac power and with continuous usage will result in shorting of wires, over heating system, electrical failure…
- 10112069May 14, 2014This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction…
- 10113494Aug 19, 2013This informational bulletin provides information on close-coupled converter and engine replacement.
- 10113059Jun 24, 2013This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on the steps to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction…
- 10036464May 1, 2011Buick/cadillac/chevrolet/gmc/hummer/pontiac/saab: oil consumption and/or exhaust smoke-possible pcv baffle or lifter concern. Upon inspection, obvious oil will be found in the…
- 10037492Mar 1, 2011Gm: there is an intermittent engine light on due to five possible internal trouble codes. There may also be an extended crank after filling the fuel tank. *rm updated 5/31/11…
- 10037933Jan 1, 2011Gm: the service engine soon light is on, there is also a misfire or engine noise. There are multiple possible causes.
- 10037516Nov 1, 2010Gm: there is a diesel engine hard start when hot. Starts fine when cold. There will be no internal trouble codes.
- 10030207Apr 1, 2009Chevrolet/gmc: diesel engine turbo dtc p2563 or p003a. May encounter a concern of ses light, reduced power, low power.
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 | 1 | 3% |
| 2011 | 1 | 2% |
| 2010 | 1 | 3% |
| 2009 | 1 | 3% |
| 2007 | 2 | 3% |
| 2006 | 1 | 2% |
| 2005 | 9 | 8% |
| 2004 | 4 | 2% |
| 2003 | 9 | 4% |
| 2002 | 22 | 9% |
| 2001 | 22 | 8% |
| 2000 | 21 | 5% |
| 1999 | 17 | 3% |
| 1998 | 11 | 6% |
| 1997 | 15 | 6% |
| 1996 | 11 | 4% |
| 1995 | 6 | 2% |
| 1994 | 6 | 3% |
| 1993 | 7 | 10% |
| 1992 | 1 | 3% |
| 1990 | 1 | 6% |
| 1989 | 1 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2004 GMC Sierra
74 complaintsElectrical system
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 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 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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