2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: engine knocking or ticking

Filed May 22, 2014 · Steering, Suspension · 10,000 miles · SC

There has always been a knocking noise, that can be felt in the steering and brake pedal. The dealer replaced a shaft that connected to the steering sector. The fix corrected it for a while. The problem came back. I went back to the dealer and was told the part needed to be removed and greased every 15000 miles. I said ,why does it not have grease fittings? Over the last 10 years I have talked to numerous people who have the same problem. I sent gm an e-mail about this problem, never got an answer. I do get letters from gm wanting me trade for a new one. Why pay $40 to $50 thousand for a vehicle that the manufacturer wont stand behind? [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Mar 19, 2013 · Steering · 32,000 miles · TX

The steering mechanism has gone out on my 2004 chevrolet silverado half ton pu 4 times in 100,000 miles, the first time at approximately 32,000 miles. You start feeling play and knocking in the steering column. I get it repaired when I start feeling the knock. The mechanics have said that they have had to replace the steering mechanism in most silverados of that age several times. It seems the steering is a safety issue & there should be a recall. It has cost about $900 each time to repair it. Even the replacement parts are defective.

Filed Dec 27, 2009 · Steering · OH

2004 chevrolet silverado steering arm knocking loud.

Filed Apr 29, 2009 · Steering · 20,000 miles · CA

Purchased truck brand new. After 20,000 miles the intermediate steering shaft "knocks" . Was fixed under warranty by dealer. 40,000 miles problem comes back. Pay dealer 250.00 to diagnose and repair. 65,000 miles problem has returned. Must pay dealer again to get fixed, even though they say the problem is "normal" .

Filed Mar 16, 2009 · Electrical, Engine · 111,000 miles · MS

Vehicle would lose antifreeze after 2 hour trips and knocking in the engine. Gmc replaced the lifters in 2005. Nothing changed, 2007 had the antifreeze issue corrected by replacing intake. Speedometer went out at 90,000 miles. At 100,000 miles started losing oil pressure, had oil pressure switch replaced, at 111,000 miles bearings went out had to replace engine, this vehicle has been extremely costly for me.

Filed Jul 19, 2008 · Steering · 15,000 miles · FL

When driving at low speeds there is a loud knock coming from the steering. This noise (knock) can also be felt in the steering wheel.

Filed Jun 21, 2008 · Steering · 18,000 miles · MD

My 2004 chevy silverado has had a knock in the steering column it started at 18k. I had it fixed by gm at 30k. It came back at 37k. I did research and found out it is a very common problem that people keep paying to get fixed and it brakes soon after. I as many others are driving around with the problem. We cannot keep paying to get this fixed with defective parts. Please help by investigating this issue. Thank you

Filed Jun 6, 2008 · Engine · 77,000 miles · MA

Started engine one morning, heard knocking from lower half engine. Mechanic said engine has lower bearing problems. Need new engine.

Filed Feb 8, 2007 · Steering · 24,000 miles · MO

Steering has been making knocking noises. Dealer has performed several fixes, put a sleeve over intermediate shaft, replaced body mounts,now it is very difficult to turn to the right almost impossible at a stop. Dealer says no fix at this time. The dealership gave me gm customer service #, who in turn gave me the bbb auto line. It will not pass mo. Vehicle inspection. They told me to put one foot one brake and one on the gas to turn to the right. Not only do I put my family at risk every time I make a right hand turn, but also yours!.

Filed Jan 5, 2005 · Suspension · PA · 1 injury

While driving 30 MPH consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front. Suddenly, the vehicle jerked. Vehicle was taken to the dealer four times for inspection, but mechanic could not duplicate the problem.