The ignition will not start at first. It takes multiple times in order to get the engine to turn over. Once the ignition does cause the engine to turn over, the vehicle will suddenly lose power while driving as the vehicle shuts itself off (as if the ignition has been turned off although it has not been). This has happened on multiple occasions in the course of normal driving activities, several times while crossing busy intersections which luckily has not resulted in any crashes to date, but may very well result in a potentially fatal one should it continue to occur. Engine has been tested and all systems check out, except for the ignition switch which -will- have to be replaced.
2004 Chevrolet Colorado: sudden loss of power
5 of the 361 complaints about the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado describe sudden loss of power.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 110 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Sudden loss of power by model year
What owners say
2004 chevrolet colorado. Consumer writes in regards to engine and ignition switch problems. *smd the consumer stated on april 12, 2014, the vehicle shut off while driving 30 MPH. The brake pedal was hard to push and the dashboard read reduced power. After waiting three minutes, the consumer was able to re-start the vehicle. The vehicle stalled again, after driving two miles. According to the service invoice, the PCM computer was bad.
Front turn signal lights don't work fixed twice now saying the fuse box is the problem. Blower motor does not work after 3 blower motor resistors a new blower motors and connectors. Sometimes the radio does not work. The truck has stalled driving on the highway 3 times all loss of power.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet colorado. The contact was driving approximately 45-65 MPH when a total loss of engine power occurred with the illumination of the engine warning indicator. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after waiting a few moments and resetting the codes. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and repaired. The failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer four times with no resolution. In addition, the battery was replaced. The vehicle was not further repaired. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was 12.
Transmission failure while driving. Lost of power almost causing a wreck on the highway.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves...
- This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake...
- This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil...
- This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist...
- Engine
- This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter...
- This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure...
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado loss of power
Is sudden loss of power a common problem on the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado?
5 of 361 owner complaints about the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (1%) mention sudden loss of power. The model year with the most reports is 2016.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado?
There are 0 recalls and 110 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
ABS 34Adaptive cruise 18Check engine light 16Stalling 16Airbag light 14Grinding brakes 13Won't start 13Door locks 9Water leak 9Overheating 8Tire blowout 8Power windows 6No deployment 5
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