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2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 brakes problems

39 complaints (27% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 92,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
39
of this car's complaints
27%
typical mileage
92,000
crashes
1
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 brakes problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Brake failure 14ABS 11

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 17, 2024 · Airbags, Brakes · MO

The brake pressure modulator valve leaks the transmission has problems and service airbags is on

Filed Apr 8, 2021 · Brakes, Electrical · 161,000 miles · NY

Vehicle looses power and brakes go out then dies,doesn't matter speed. If slowing down and press the brakes, the locks, lights, and security goes crazy. This is dangerous as it is in intersections and caution for collision. The vehicle has to be off for a time frame and restarts fine and can go. Happened when coming from ramp and in middle of road with semi truck coming down by us.

Filed Dec 21, 2020 · Brakes · 170,000 miles · FL

Third brake line failure due to corrosion. Areas of failure are hidden from view above other components. Upon brake line failure, backup braking was inoperative in all cases. Vehicle was on a city street in motion attempting to stop. Brakes failed suddenly in all cases. Brakes were very noticibly inoperative before any indication on dash board. Pumping the pedal did nothing- the pedal went to the floor. Was told manufacturer no longer supplies brake lines for this vehicle.

Filed Feb 26, 2018 · Brakes, Steering · 250,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet avalanche 1500. While driving approximately 45 MPH and making a left turn, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the hydraulic brake pump failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 05v043000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 250,000.

Filed Jan 30, 2018 · Brakes · 205,000 miles · MN

The ABS system engages at low speeds when stopping on dry pavement. Generally the condition is limited to speeds under 10 MPH when parking or stopping at stop signs. This condition disengaged the breaks and caused the vehicle to move beyond the traffic control signal at a four way intersection, nearly resulting in a serious side impact collision.

Filed Aug 7, 2017 · Brakes · 92,000 miles · PA · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet avalanche 1500. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the brakes failed and the contact rear ended the preceding vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. There were no warning indicators illuminated. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The dealer was later contacted (gordon chevrolet in philadelphia, pa) and the contact was informed that there was no recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was damaged and towed to an auto body shop. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.

Filed Aug 3, 2017 · Brakes · TX

Abs brake went out about 8 years ago being told by some mechanics no point in repairing it same thing will happen again seems that is a problem with this vechile when it went out I had 50 000 miles and the 36000 mile and 3 year warranity has already passed I heard a few weeks ago that you all had a recall but I was never notified the vechile had been parked at a mall when I started to leave their the light and warning alarm came on

Filed Mar 15, 2017 · Brakes · 132,000 miles · TN

All the frame is rusted and all brake lines and fuel lines, and front end parts rusted

Filed Jun 22, 2016 · Brakes · 141,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet avalanche 1500. While attempting to stop at a traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to immediately stop the vehicle. The contact was able to stop the vehicle. The contact noticed that a brake line was severely corroded, which caused a fracture in the brake line. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not repaired. The contact stated that several brake lines were previously repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 141,000.

Filed Dec 8, 2015 · Brakes, Fuel system · 144,000 miles · IA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet avalanche 1500. The contact stated that when the vehicle was turned off, fuel leaked from the fuel lines and a fuel odor emitted into the vehicle without warning. In addition, the contact stated that the brake pedal became extremely difficult to depress as the ABS warning light illuminated. The contact also mentioned that the seat belts failed to secure and retract properly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump modular assembly, module kit and fuel tank needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 06e043000 (fuel system, gasoline), 05v163000 (seat belts), 05v043000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The approximate failure mileage was 144,000.

Questions about the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 brakes

Does the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 39 complaints about the brakes of the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500, 27% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 brakes problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 92,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 brakes?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 have bad brakes?

The Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 model years with the most brakes complaints are 2002 (96 complaints), 2003 (53 complaints) and 2004 (39 complaints).

Other 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 problems

Electrical 53Airbags 12Steering 10Acceleration 7Body 7Engine 6Tires 6Fuel system 5Transmission 5Seat belts 4Visibility 4Locks 2Driver assistance 1Lights 1Seats 1Suspension 1Wheels 1

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