2004 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls and problems

The 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 has 2 safety recalls and 212 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any GMC dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

212

Crashes / fires

8 / 1

Injuries / deaths

6 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls

Recall 04V-562: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Reported Nov 26, 2004 · 1,660 vehicles affected · MOBILITY WORKS

Problem: On certain vans equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly is out of alignment.

Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. Sure-lok will handle the repairs for this campaign. Owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or mobilityworks at 1-800-769-8267.

Recall 04V-240: Tires

Reported May 17, 2004 · 285 vehicles affected · REGENCY CONVERSIONS INC.

Problem: The spare tire and wheel assembly that was provided on certain conversion vehicles will not fit on the front wheel hub due to offset of the wheel. However, it will fit on the rear wheels.

Risk: If someone has a flat tire on the front wheel, they will not be able to install the provided spare tire.

Fix: Dealers will install a spare wheel with the correct offset. Owner notification began on june 11, 2004. Owners should contact regency at 1-800-989-4727.

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	81
Service Brakes	43
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	24
Steering	21
Vehicle Speed Control	11
Power Train	9
Air Bags	8
Engine and Engine Cooling	8
Tires	6
Visibility	5
Fuel/Propulsion System	5
Engine	5

Most reported parts

Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 47
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 4
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 3
Steering › Column — 3
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 3
Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control — 2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings — 2
Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 60,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · at 200,000 miles · reported May 3, 2023

The contactâs father owns a 2004 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that after she inserted the key in the ignition and started the vehicle, the front driverâs side air bag exploded, without warning. The contact sustained an injury to her left arm, hand, neck, and head that required medical attention. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that an unknown dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was advised to call the NHTSA Hotline. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure was approximately 200,000.

Service Brakes · reported May 26, 2020

Corroded brake lines. This has been reported previously. I was driving down rural road getting ready to turn in my driveway when my brakes gave out. I was lucky enough to be able to get it into the gravel driveway without killing someone. When I looked underneath to find the brake lines were corroded and one had burst. I had part of the line fixed with copper tubing. I have since had 2 more lines burst. As well as a fuel line leak. This has become frustrating.

Engine · at 131,000 miles · reported Dec 19, 2018

The contact owns a 2004 gmc sierra 1500. The contact stated that the valve head was cracked and the anti-freeze was depleted; however, there were no visible leakage. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the engine needed to be replaced. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 131,000.

Electrical System · at 97,000 miles · reported Sep 11, 2018

The contact owns a 2004 gmc sierra 1500. While operating the vehicle, the instrument cluster gauges flashed off and on and, at times, completely stopped operating. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but the local dealer was not notified. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was 97,000.

Air Bags · at 36,000 miles · reported Aug 25, 2018

Me and my two boys where headed home and I was taking a curve at 50mph a went to slow down to 45 when I started to take the curve I heard some kind of metal bone breaking sound and my truck jerked to the oncoming lane and a jerked it back but after that everything went loose and me and my boys went sideways of of the bank of the curve and we rolled 3 times before we stopped tank up. My air bag didn't go off neither the passenger's airbag. I heard a hissing noise I got my boys out as fast as I could with some help of bystanders breaking the passenger side window so we could crawl out. They…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500: 04V-562 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 04V-240 (tires). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (81 reports), followed by service brakes (43). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 60,000 miles.

Are GMC recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized GMC dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.