2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Jul 6, 2021 · Fuel system, Suspension · NY

Front Suspension repaired fixed but did not fixed the vibration in front tires. Front Driver Side Hub and Bearing Assembly Failed since I had truck(used). Had front end redone but wheel still vibrated and took it too dealership July 3, 2021 and stated the Hub and Bearing grinding and growling and activates abs lights. Fuel line needs replace due to rust problems and dealership stated that the pump and retaining cam are very rusted and has a spot on the pump that is wet but not soaking wet(fail dealership looking for lawsuit for fire hazard). Fuel lines are rusted so whole truck needs repair. I spent $5400 on used truck and putting more money into it with repairs due to rust, parts and labor which is stupid as some parts do not take long if dealership have tools. I don't know incident as there no accident or anything.

Filed Feb 25, 2020 · Wheels · 243,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet silverado 800. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 15 MPH, there was a wobble and an abnormal sound coming from the driver's side front wheel. The contact stated that the wheel hub detached from the wheel assembly. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to the residence and replaced the wheel hub as needed. The contact previously experienced the same failure with the passenger's side front wheel hub and replaced the wheel hub as needed. The vehicle was taken to valley chevrolet, 180 fletcher ave, spencer, in 47460, but was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 243,000. *dt*jb*dt consumer stated retainer ring fell out and started to make grinding noise. After that the front end dropped and the tire fell off as well as breaking the brake line hose, stablizer bar and caliper bracket.

Filed Jun 29, 2015 · Acceleration, Brakes · OK

The ABS kicks in at low speeds to where it makes a grinding noise and have a grinding feel at the door pedal even after having the brakes and rotors replaced. The dash cluster gauges stop working one by one,only the heat gauge work off and on. The engine begins to over heat when sitting in idle 10 minutes, sometimes 5 minutes depending on how hot it is,and the air conditioning starts to blow hot air but it begins to cool off once you start back driving. I have had the water pump checked,some had the thermostat replaced and it still does it only in the summer

Filed Apr 23, 2015 · Airbags, Electrical · 160,000 miles · WA

A month or two ago the heating system stayed blowing while in off position and even while the car was turned off, kept killing the battery so it had to be disconnected. Rear window will roll down at start up. Radio will squeal at start up and had to be turned on or off from the center console. This week the air bag light came on and check tire. Periodically the service stability light will blink on. Today the wipers will not turn off. Very worried that it will accelerate, catch fire or shut off while driving. We have an apt for repair on monday. Is the electrical panel a category included int he recalls?

Filed Nov 9, 2010 · Steering · 52,000 miles · KY

I own a 2004 chevy silverado z71 4 wheel drive extended cab pickup. The steering shaft makes a rubbing, grinding sound when turning the wheel left or right. I took the truck to the dealer and they said they thought it was nothing to worry about but probably a bearing on the shaft. The truck was out of warranty and they would not cover it. I feel this is a safety issue as the steering shaft could fail while driving. The internet is full of people with the same complaint and fears. There seems to be no concern from general motors. I feel they should be forced to make good on this widespread defect.

Filed Oct 20, 2009 · Steering · 45,847 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet suburban 1500. When driving straight or making right turns she hears a grinding noise from the steering column. Also when driving the vehicle drifts without any warnings. The dealer could not duplicate the failure. While exiting a parking lot, she could not turn the steering column. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer multiple times and the driver side front hub bearing assembly along with other steering components were replaced on the vehicle. The failure mileage was 45,847. The current was 62,000.

Filed Dec 21, 2008 · Steering · NY

After purchasing a 2004 chevrolet silverado z71 in november 2004, my 1st complaints were in november 2004 for a rear clunking. After several trips to the dealer the driveshaft was replaced, along with recalled tailgate support cables, rear bumper (rust), spare tire guide retainer, license plate lamp lens, and transfer covers, and, except for my time, all were covered under warranty. In february 2005 I complained of a grinding noise in 4 wd. 4wd transfer case fluid was drained & refilled. In june 2005 I complained that the 4wd switch went into neutral; 4wd software was replaced. In august 2005 I complained of clicking in steering wheel, burned out light bulb, and clunk in driveline; steering shaft was lubricated, bulb was replaced, and driveline splenes lubricated. Driveline splenes again lubricated in september 2005. Transfer case fluid changed. Complained that 4wd high inoperable when I couldn't pull my boat out of a lake, but dealer found no problem. In january 2006, both outside heated mirror glass assemblies and left side heated mirror assembly were replaced; the ignition lock cylinder was lubricated due to key getting stuck; 4wd transfer case fluid drained & refilled; transmission column shifter assembly replaced. In may 2006, flasher module assembly was replaced due to flashers going on when signaling; tow haul mode switch assembly was replaced due to indicator staying on. Purchased a 24-month warranty. In october 2006, the blower motor resistor assembly was replaced as fan only worked on setting 5 (I was charged $40.26 for a resistor). Remotes were programmed for lights to flash with keyless. In march 2008, left front hub assembly was replaced due to a grinding noise; due to clunking noise, both inner tie rods were replaced; steering wheel noise was still there. In april 2008, heater control head assembly replaced. The steering wheel still clunks and vibrates when turning. I feel it is a serious safety issue.

Filed Sep 11, 2008 · Brakes · 62,000 miles · OR

Brake failure 2004 chevy silverado 1500. Loud grinding noise in the right rear area of my pickup LED me to stop at the nearest repair location to diagnose problem. Inspection indicated brake pad on inner right rear wheel was worn down to metal and was grooving into the rotor. Advised to drive as little as possible and bring truck the next day for repairs. The next day I took it back and had to have a rotor replaced and all four rear brake pads, even though the other three pads still had 75% of the pads left on them. Technicians who worked on my vehicle recognized common problem seen in many 1500 chevy silverado's of this age/era. Technical bulletin from chevrolet (00-05-23-005b, dated may 27,2003) states problem with this model truck including year models 1999-2004. Solution to problem was to install mud flaps in front of rear tires to prevent road debris from being thrown up onto caliper assemblies and causing excessive wear to the right rear inner brake pad. We purchased this truck in december of 2003, well after this bulletin was published and they sold it to us with no mud flaps installed and no mention of the need for mudflaps or that there was a known design flaw in the vehicle that could cause rear brake damage. Chevrolet should have installed mud flaps on all affected truck models sold after they were aware of this flaw. They did not, nor did they later issue a recall to address this issue. Mud flaps they recommend are not longer being manufactured by them. I have attempted to resolve this issue with chevrolet and they have refused any responsibility or assistance in obtaining the mud flaps (part # 15765007) or reimbursing us for the brake work that would not have had to have been done, if not for this known design flaw in our truck. I believe that there are thousands of truck owners out there that have had this same problem and perhaps did not have access to the bulletin, and are unaware of chevrolets knowledge of the design flaw and the mud flap solution.

Filed Aug 29, 2008 · Brakes · 9,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving 55 MPH, the contact heard a loud grinding noise as if the brakes were dragging. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the entire braking system needed to be replaced because the vehicle was not driven enough. The failure and current mileages were less than 9,000. Updated 09/25/08 *bf updated 09/25/08.

Filed Feb 22, 2008 · Brakes · MS

2004 chevy silverado, brakes began making a grinding sound and it became more difficult to stop. Checked pads and rotors, rotors are rusted and badly pitted causing an unusual wear pattern on pads. Vehicle only has 44,000 miles. This is indicative of faulty design or faulty materials. My previous gm vehicles did not have a problem like this.