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2004 Chevrolet S10 problems

The most common problem on the 2004 Chevrolet S10 is brakes, typically around 62,500 miles. Its complaint count is close to a typical S10 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
75/100
Owner complaints
21
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
404
Worst area
Brakes
Fuel economy
15mpg

The worst 2004 Chevrolet S10 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Brakes
    6
  • Airbags
    3
  • Body
    3
  • Electrical
    3
  • Visibility
    3

Problems by type

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  • Brakes
    6
  • Airbags
    3
  • Body
    3
  • Electrical
    3
  • Visibility
    3
  • Steering
    2
  • Suspension
    2
  • Transmission
    2
  • Engine
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Lights
    1
  • Locks
    1
  • Tires
    1

Recalls 1

Equipment: other: labelsReported March 18, 2004 · 183,922 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Risk
Some of these vehicles include incorrect statements on one of the air bag warning labels.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with correct labels and installation instructions. Owner notification began on june 4, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438 or gmc at 1‑866‑996‑9463.

Recall number 04V132000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 2004 Chevrolet S10

Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Chevrolet S10 404

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 404 bulletins for the 2004 Chevrolet S10

2004 Chevrolet S10 fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
4.3L 6‑cyl4WD141815

What 2004 Chevrolet S10 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 29, 2020 · Airbags, Brakes · 139,000 miles · CA

The service air bags is stuck on also the service brake system wont go off.

Filed Aug 2, 2018 · Airbags, Suspension · 100,000 miles · OH

The airbag light continue to blink off and on.

Filed Mar 14, 2016 · Fuel system · 149,450 miles · FL

The fuel tank on my truck has cracked where the inlet tube connects to the tank , causing a fuel leak. There is a recall by chevrolet for the same condition on 2004 chevrolet tahoe with the plastic tank. General motors has discontinued the tank for replacement and will not verify there is a problem with this tank also. The tank emits gas fumes out of the cracks due to egr pressure requirements.

Filed Nov 20, 2012 · Body · 75,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet s10. The contact stated that the lift gate collapsed abnormally. The contact stated that the cables were fractured and caused the lift gate to strike the bumpers. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the vehicle was not included in any recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and confirmed that there were no recalls for the vehicle. The failure mileage was 75,000.

Filed Oct 3, 2012 · Electrical · KS

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet s-10. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall without warning. The contact would have to remove and reinsert the fuse in order to be able to restart the vehicle. The contact was unsure what the exact fuse was that was being removed constantly. The vehicle was not inspected. The failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 54,000.

Filed Jun 20, 2011 · Electrical · 133,000 miles · GA

Headlights go out when driving and horn starts sounding when the vehicle is park and without keys. Problem reported to gm when the vehicle was new. Gm dealership worked on the vehicle and said that is was fixed. Problem has reappeared. Also a lot of minor electrical problems *

Filed Apr 16, 2010 · Electrical · 50,000 miles · AL · fire

Chevy s-10 quad cab caught on fire due to electrical malfunction; passenger seat was adjusted (electric seat with heat) smelled smoke and parked vehicle took keys and exited vehicle with passenger. Vehicle burned all wiring and the fuse box under the hood melted. No flames seen only smoke, all wiring melted under the seat and carpet the vehicle would not start and no electrical item would turn on. Had vehicle towed on back of flat bed to chevy dealer. They said it was our fault that a wire under the seat was pinched by the seat track. The cost was over $4,000. They said that the installed zip ties and that the wire would not have any issues again, they also replaced carpet, fuse box, junction clock, sir module, (carpet, harness, module, block, harness, fuse kit, fuse, coil kit, heater yes two harness were replaced) and the complete wiring harness. This then happen a second time, however we took it to a second dealership in al bentley gmc they determined that original repair wire shorten out the system, the wiring harness became unfastened and was cut by the seat track. This time due to my wife quick thinking there was less damage (turned off vehicle immediately and left vehicle in parking spot.) first time happen while driving down highway. Both times parts replaced we have old parts in our house minus- carpet. Dealership confirmed no recall on truck. Dealership said no malfunction occurred even though fuses did not break current. Second time occurred in june 2009 part numbers 15191717,15406165, 12210609, 15075526, 12474331, 88909754, 88914568, 26087310, 88934564.

Filed Oct 23, 2009 · Brakes · 64,000 miles · NE

Emergency brake lever failed to latch in locked position.

Filed Oct 15, 2009 · Body · 840,000 miles · MN

I have a 2004 s-10 pickup and had a nearmiss a person was sitting on my tailgate and the left tailgate cable broke and the right one is bulging I believe there was a recall on this vehicle how do I get these cables changed.

Filed May 27, 2009 · Brakes · 62,500 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet s10. While driving 30 MPH, the contact noticed that the vehicle was pulling to the right. The vehicle was inspected by a technician who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact made multiple repairs to the vehicle including a front end alignment, new brakes pads for all four wheels, the master cylinder, and all four tires. However, the failure still persists. Upon further research, the contact was able to determine that the brake lines were failing and caused the vehicle to pull to the right. The vehicle was inspected by a technician who replaced the brake lines at the cost of $150. The contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 62,500 and current mileage was 63,000.

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Questions about the 2004 Chevrolet S10

Is the 2004 Chevrolet S10 reliable?

Owners have filed 21 complaints about the 2004 Chevrolet S10, close to a typical S10 model year.

What is the 2004 Chevrolet S10 year score?

The 2004 Chevrolet S10 scores 75 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Chevrolet S10: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2004 Chevrolet S10?

Brakes, with 6 complaints, typically around 62,500 miles. Next is airbags (3).

How many recalls does the 2004 Chevrolet S10 have?

1 recall, covering equipment.

What year does the Chevrolet S10 have bad brakes?

The Chevrolet S10 model years with the most brakes complaints are 1994 (532 complaints), 1995 (320 complaints) and 1996 (219 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2004 Chevrolet S10 get?

Official estimates for the 2004 Chevrolet S10 range from 15 mpg combined. The most efficient version (4.3L 6-cyl, 4WD) gets 14 city and 18 highway.

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