2004 Chevrolet Colorado transmission problems

Filed Dec 11, 2022 · Electrical, Transmission · KY

Ignition safety module known as pass lock security. This causes my vehicle not to start and give a code and a light on the dash for the Pass Lock security. The vehicle was fine then I went into a store came out and put the key in the ignition, the lights on the dash came on but it would not crank. This is very hazardous cause It could happen while you’re driving anytime, which could cause the vehicle to go into security mode and turn vehicle off making it very dangerous for passengers in vehicle. This is a problem with other Chevy Colorado's when I research this problem.

Filed Nov 21, 2017 · Body, Transmission · 115,440 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet colorado. While the gear shifter was placed in reverse, the shift linkage failed and the shift cable snapped. The vehicle was taken to west chevrolet at (865) 970-9378 (3450 alcoa hwy, alcoa, tn 37701) where the shift cable was replaced. Upon further inspection, the dealer noticed that the frame was rusted and corroded. The contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive and that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 115,440.

Filed Feb 16, 2015 · Steering, Transmission · 108,000 miles · MO

When you slow to about 20 miles anhour and start to turn on a street it locks up some times. Have to rev it up and jerk on the wheel to free it up. Does it worse in cold whether. When I slow down to turn a corner on a street the steering locks up...I have to rev it up and jerk on the wheel then it loosens up. Does it worse in cold whether.

Filed Jul 10, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · IL

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.

Filed Nov 12, 2011 · Transmission · 105,000 miles · ID · fire

On sat oct 1st 2011 I was traveling east on the interstate at about 75 MPH when all of a sudden it felt like I had blown a tire. The steering became rather sluggish and I pulled over to the side of the road. I got out checked all the tires and they all looked ok, so I got back in the vehicle. My grandson and his friend were in the back seat it was a crew cab. I noticed that the 4wd indicator on the dash was on but I had not switched it from 2wd it had done it on it's own . I tried to switch it back into 2wd but upon moving the vehicle it still felt like it was in 4wd. I decided to get the vehicle off the freeway so I could go slower and get the vehicle home, so I exited the fwy about a mile later and got on the old hwy where I could go 35 MPH. My daughter was behind me in her car. About 5 miles down the road my daughter starts flashing her lights so I pulled over and she came running up and told me my vehicle was on fire , I ordered my grandson and his friend out of the truck we left immediately , and backed off about 200 feet, you could see smoke coming from under the vehicle and fire dripping from just above the transfer case below the front passengers floorboard area. The fire spread and the vehicle became fully engulfed the tire melted the leather interior was completely vaporized needless to say it was a total loss. My theory is that the switching mechanism for the transfer case is defective it should not have switched on it's own at 75mph. I almost lost control of the vehicle when it did. That caused some kind of damage internally in the transfer case. When I drove the vehicle it heated up until it was red hot and caught the fuel filter on fire which eventually ruptured spread the fire and destroyed the vehicle.

Filed Aug 18, 2008 · Electrical, Steering · 15 miles · MO · 1 injury

The first and ongoing problem grinding in front left, driver, side wheel area. Many attempts have been made to fix this problem, they started out changing the whole front end, along with alignments, after some adjusting the problem will seem to go away only to return with in 2 months second, tires worn from inside out alignment, new tires, I was told one reason was the truck was dirty. I do not feel this is a reason for tire wear. New tires same problem. Third, truck not engaging when shifted into gear. This is on going, we have taken it in many times, the modular for the 2-4h-4l drive was changed, still have problem, they claim can not fix if it does not happen with them,, I video taped it, they will not look at video. Problem is intermittently, and have been asked to do different things to the truck when it happens, the problem is happening more often now, the problem seems to be growing. And still no answer to this or other problems, the dealer should have took back the truck and replaced it, if they can not be fixed.

Filed Jan 31, 2008 · Transmission · NY

2004 chevrolet colorado driveshaft and rear differential failed. Consumer states that the driveshaft fell out while backing out of his driveway and then the rear differential failed. He also stated that gm denied the claim. *kb the consumer stated after the repairs were made, there was a loud noise coming from the vehicle when the gear was in reverse. The dealer stated the transmission failed as a result of the drivetrain failure.

Filed Nov 30, 2007 · Transmission · NY

The rear end of my 2004 chevrolet colorado jammed while I was backing out of my driveway, causing the gears to shatter, the rear axle to crack, and the driveshaft to drop out of my truck. Since I bought the truck, I noticed vibrations and instability in the back of my truck, and sometimes the engine stays in 4wd when I shift out of it. The entire rear end of my truck has to be replaced, and gm is refusing to cover the repairs, even though the truck is under warranty. This was a very dangerous incident, and would have been worse if it had happened on the highway.

Filed Sep 20, 2007 · Transmission · 39,000 miles · AL

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet colorado. While driving and/or accelerating, the contact heard a clicking sound. He stated that the vehicle drove and stopped normally. The dealer was notified of the failure and they could not find anything wrong. There is no recall on the vehicle and it has not been repaired. The speed was unknown. The current mileage was 41,000 and failure mileage was 39,000. Updated 12/27/07 *lj updated 12/12/07

Filed Jan 12, 2007 · Transmission · 42,000 miles · IN

Tl* - the contact stated that on 01/10/07 while driving his 2004 chevrolet colorado at 55 MPH, his passenger side rear tire locked up. The contact stated that he felt a vibration and heard a squeaking noise and lost control of the steering. The contact stated he was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle had to be towed to the dealership. The dealership service mechanic told the contact that he had a spare tire on the vehicle and that it caused the vehicle to lock up because it smaller than the other tires. The contact stated that the tire on his vehicle was a spare that came with the vehicle when he purchased it. The contact stated that this was a full size spare that came with the vehicle.