2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 fuel system problems

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 Dec 12, 2019 · Fuel system · 54,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet silverado 1500. During an oil change, it was noticed that the fuel line was rusted out. The vehicle was taken to rocket chevrolet (567‑275‑0023, located at 233 mansfield ave, shelby, oh 44875) where it was confirmed that the fuel line was rusted out and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was called, but no one answered the phone. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.

Filed Sep 23, 2019 · Brakes, Fuel system · 60,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact stated that the brake lines were rotted through and were replaced. The contacted stated that the fuel lines were also rotted and spilled fuel all over the place. There was no warning indicator illuminated. Also, while the vehicle was at a stop, the brake pedal traveled all the way to the floorboard. The contact used the emergency brake to pull off the road. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Filed Jul 30, 2017 · Engine, Fuel system · IN

Check engine light is on, fuel gauge not working, had heavy gas fumes when driving and after turning eng off, now I'm seeing gas leaking on pavement coming from underneath and between cab and bed, fumes are very strong, there's some electrical issues with dash lights and starting truck is now not wanting to start 1st try

Filed Jul 29, 2015 · Brakes, Fuel system · 65,665 miles · OH

On july 22, 2015 I was driving my 2004 chevy silverado 1500 and when I went to stop at an intersection the brakes failed and I had go through a stop sign. I had to hit the emergency brake to get the truck stopped. I was lucky it happened in a housing sub division and not on an interstate because someone could have been killed. I was close to my mechanics garage and was able to get it into the garage where I was informed that all of my brake lines were completely corroded and rusted through he also informed me that a brake caliper needed replaced due to all of the brake line corrosion. The mechanic also informed me that all the fuel lines were corroded and also needed replaced. The mechanic told me he has replaced brake lines on several silverado's all due to corrosion. This truck only has 65,665 miles on it and was seldom driven in snow. I'm not sure why there is not a recall on these trucks. If my wife or one of my kids was driving this the outcome could have been different. The total cost was over $1400.00 to get all of the lines replaced something needs to be done before someone gets killed.

Filed Apr 4, 2015 · Electrical, Fuel system · 92,000 miles · FL

The gas gauge became very inaccurate and then stopped working altogether. Then the alternator gauge stopped being accurate. Works sometime and others it indicates max amps. Checked with a meter and the charge, with motor running is 14.2. My brother had a 2003 when the same happen, cost him 400.00 to have instrument package replaced. This should have been a recall to replace defective instrument package.

Filed May 15, 2014 · Fuel system · 91,561 miles · NJ

I was replacing two bad o2 sensors and felt something wet on my fingers, that smelled like gas. When I started the truck to move it I notice a drip trail off gas. I took the truck to my mechanic and was advised that the gas lines were rusted/rotted through and needed to be replaced. I have never had to replace gas lines or brake lines on another vehicle. This is very unusual. I think these gas lines and the brake lines I reported earlier were made of inferior material. I do feel extremely fortunate that I did not crash or catch on fire.

Filed Mar 10, 2014 · Brakes, Fuel system · 36,000 miles · NJ

While leaving my driveway I went to stop , pedal went to floor,car almost had accident with oncoming snow plow truck. Even though vehicle has low mileage dealer said warranty was up. Front brake lines were rusted through. Had them replaced. Just recently I checked under vehicle & it appears the same is happening to the rear brake lines & fuel lines. Rossi chev. My dealer told me this is a common problem. Something is not right with this very dangerous problem.

Filed Feb 21, 2014 · Fuel system · 110,000 miles · PA

The steel fuel line is leaking. My mechanic says that the fuel line rusted and needs to be replaced. Their problem now is that it is impossible to snake the new fuel line through the body. It appears that the fuel line was installed before the body and the truck is not designed for its replacement.

Filed Oct 21, 2013 · Brakes, Fuel system · 83,609 miles · PA

While traveling to work I attempted to stop and the brake pedal went all the way to the floor. I was able to stop by using only the emergency brake but only after approx. 100 feet. I was able to drive the truck home by using four wheel low and allowing the engine and transmission to keep me at a safe speed. I then contacted my mechanic who lives right down the road and he came up and looked at the truck. He told me the brake line had ruptured and additionally all the brake lines should be replaced along with the fuel line that appears to be badly corroded. I then contacted the dealership where I purchased the truck and was told that they have had no issues with the brake lines on these trucks and there was nothing they could do to help me. I then looked on the internet and was shocked to find out that there has been a lot of issues with these trucks and the ntsb was looking into a recall .