Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet silverado 1500. The contact was driving 35 MPH when the brakes failed. The vehicle was towed to a personal mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed the brake line was rusted completely and the entire brake line needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and advised the contact that there was nothing they could do to assist. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 79,000. ..updated 09/07/12 *bf the consumer stated the vehicle had a total brake line failure. All lines had to be replaced. The mechanic informed the consumer there has been alot of this failure between 2000 and 2005 pick ups. Updated 09/17/2012
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 steering complaints
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I can hear a thumping coming from the steering column when I hit a bump or turn to the left. I can also feel it in the steering wheel. The dealer said this is a defective intermediate steering shaft and a known issue by gm.
Power steering locks up in right turns and backing. Electrical,ie. Speedometer, heater blower fan switch, four wheel drive selector changes from 2 wheel high to automatic four wheel drive by it self.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet silverado 1500. While driving approximately 5 MPH making a right turn he heard a loud clanking noise coming from the steering shaft. The failure only happened whenever he made a left or right turn. The failure had been on going since 2006. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the failure. He was advised by the dealer that they had several complaints about the failure but it was not a safety issue. He stated that over time the failure had become progressive worse. The vehicle had not been repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 12,000 and the current mileage was 36,472. Updated 04/15/11*lj updated 1/13/2012
I have a 2004 silverado z71 which has a clunking noise which also can be felt in the steering.. I took it to the dealership where I purchased the truck from to ask if they could fix the problem. I was told this is a known, by general motors, problem with this vehicle, but they would not fix it, because I was not a "loyal" customer. When questioned, the service manager said because I did not bring my vehicle to them for lube/oil changes (which cost more for them to perform than other places) I was considered not to be loyal to wheeler chevrolet!! Truck had less than 50k on the odometer.
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.
The failure that I am experiencing is an awful popping, cracking, clunking, and growling sound coming from the steering column. The events leading up to this failure were simply normal, everyday use. The vehicle that I am experiencing this with is a 2004 chevrolet silverado 1500 z71 with the 5.3 v8 4x4 with. Nothing has been done yet to resolve the problem because I feel it is gm's responsibility to fix their defective product at their cost.
I was exiting a highway traveling 35-40 miles per hour. The road had a slight turn to the right with a small puddle of water in the middle of the turn. When I hit the puddle my truck began to fishtail. I first thought I was hydroplaining but when I tried to do corrective steering nothing was working. The swerving got more and more violent and move the truck through 3 lanes of possible on coming traffic. When I reached the berm on the other side of the road there was a loud bang and my truck canto a sudden stop. I thought that I hit the guardrail and when I looked in my rear view mirror I saw may spare tire which was mounted under the bed of my truck laying on the ground behind me. I exited my truck and saw I never hit the guardrail and the loud bang was when the tire brook free and bent out my rear fender. It soon became evident that the spare tire hanger came loose from part of the bracket that was holding it inplace and was swinging back and forth until the part of the hanger that was bolted on finally broke and released the tire. While swinging back and forth it damaged one of the shocks, bent my tailpipe and knocked it of its hanger and did some damage to the underside of the truck I was very lucky because the light for the on coming traffic was red and all potential harm and property damage was avoided.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet silverado. The contact stated that in september 2009, he noticed a whining noise when making a left turn. The failure progressed and became a rattling noise. In january 2010, the contact noticed that there was no power steering at all when making left turns. The vehicle had not been taken to an authorized dealership. The failure mileage was approximately 34,000. The current mileage was 40,016.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet silverado 1500. Whenever the contact would turn the steering wheel to the right he noticed a growling sound coming from the steering column especially when switching lanes. He took the vehicle to the dealership and the dealer informed the contact that the gear box needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The current mileage was approximately 49,300 and the failure mileage was approximately 48,500.
Started hearing clunking noise coming from steering column just about time ran out of warranty 36k miles dealerships said it was normal,didn't drive truck often is 2004 silverado but since it has increased can feel in steering wheel,checked online for any recalls(none) for this problem with truck but lots of complaints about the same,dealers do a quick fix pack with grease and send you on,doesn't fix problem.
I have a 2004 chevrolet silverado with steering noise problem. From reading many forums and advice from many mechanics they say this is a huge issue with chevy trucks but they wont provide a fix. When driving my steering wheel makes loud noises heard from inside and outside the truck. I believe it is a steering shaft issue. It is just a matter of time that the shaft itself gives out and causes a major accident. Chevrolet should do something about this problem since it is widely shown that this is an issue. My family doesn't want to be in the truck because they feel it is unsafe. Any help with this would be great as I truly believe that if not fixed overtime it will cause fatal steering problems. Thanks.
Loss of power steering (in one direction only) at low speeds. Affects ability to park vehicle in tight spots and to make slow turns. Have managed to avoid a accident. This has been an issue for over a year and over the last 15,000 miles. Three different mechanics gave various possible reasons but no one, including the gm service line, could give a definite cure. Was told "could try" power steering pump, steering box, etc. All were costly solutions with no guarantee of cure.
2004 chevrolet silverado extended cab, poor braking. Replaced brakes and rotors and still have poor braking. Have to bear down on pedal to stop. Speedometer reading goes up and down on it's own. Had a speed sensor replaced but didn't correct the problem had the dealership replace steering coupling in steering column because of clunking in the steering. The clunking, loose feeling has started again.
2004 chevrolet silverado steering arm knocking loud.
At 30,000 miles the steering started clunking real bad. I took it to the dealer and they knew just what the problem was. They packed the steering with grease and it was fine for about 20,000 more miles. The clunking returned but I ignored it because the dealer said it wasn't a problem. I continued to drive the truck and the steering started shimmying and shaking. So I took it to the dealer and now they said the steering shaft was worn out. I have two friends with 2004 silverado's with the same problem.
Unable to make left hand turns at parking lot speeds. The truck required replacement of the steering box at 65,000 miles. This condition started out as an increase in steering effort and progressively worsened until I was no longer able to make left hand turns.
Steering vibration/looseness felt in steering system 2004 chevrolet silverado complained to gm they are aware of it fixed it by lubing and now it's back..... Feels dangerous! Happened at about 28-29-thousand miles came back after 3 thousand miles out of warranty due to 3yr limit......many others have same to very similar complaints just that each persons description and wording is different but we are all complaining about the same thing!
Without warning of any sort my 2004 z71's speedometer has quit working. It stays below the 0 MPH mark and if it decides to come alive while I'm driving it is completely off. I can be driving 20 and it will say I'm going 50 MPH. This is my primary vehicle....I have 3 little girls and this is our main source of transportation. Why won't gm recall this? I'm also hearing the clunking sound that so many other people have reported it is accompanied by a wobbling sensation in the steering column. I can't afford to keep having these issues serviced just for them to stop working again. Recall or lemon law.
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.
Steering failure. Power steering gear box is leaking fluid and has a thumping in steering column. Steering got hard to turn when low on fluid. According to the internet alot of other people are having the same problems. My mechanic told me the steering gear box needs replaced. If someone weaker than me is driving when this happens it could cause an accident because the steering gets hard to turn the steering wheel.
My 2004 chevy silverado has a front end clucking noise, they all have it, at low speeds. They repacked the steering column once already and the problem is back again.
Steering column is faulty in two of my 2004 chevrolet silverados. Had it repaired by gm but it keeps messing up and causing vibrations, clunking and altering the steering . Also both of my trucks the speedometer has completely quit working at 40,000 miles. How safe is this????? Please please do a recall on these two items.
I bought a new 2004 chevrolet silverado crew cab. Since buying this truck, I have had nothing but trouble with the steering locking up. It is nearly impossible to turn left under 15 MPH. I have taken the truck to different dealers and gotten different answers every time. The only thing the mechanics agree on is that chevy knows about the problem but is unsure how to fix it. My primary concern is the steering is locking up every time you turn left. Currently, it is only happening at low speeds, but I'm worried it will begin to happen at faster speeds. I use this truck as my primary vehicle plus I have three young children who are always with me. This truck is also used to haul our boat.
Steering shaft noise and vibration on 2004 chevy silverado there is a clunking and vibration in the steering when turning at lower speeds. All front end components were verified to be in good condition with no play. Clunking is believed to be coming from the steering column. Steering feels as though it may fail, resulting in significant safety issue.
I have a large clunking noise and can feel it in the steering wheel of my 2004 chevrolet z71 4x4. It was determined to be the intermediate steering shaft and under warranty the first time at 30k miles. It started again approx. 10k miles ago at 70k. I will be contacting my chevy. Dealer on monday to see if gm will fix at their expense, but not real confident that will happen.
Steering knuckle issue.
Power steering gear went out in 2007. 20,000 miles later 2009 after repair at wesloh chevy power steering went out again. Gm will not take responsibility for part because out of warranty. In process of getting repaired. Came close to getting into accident while waiting at intersection light turned green proceeded to left turn when power steering went out.
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" .
Bad clunk in steering shaft, when turning or over bumps at slower speeds. Feel clunk and vibration in steering wheel, column and firewall. Feels like its going to come apart. I feel gm should have a recall. I have herd this complaint all over internet, and gm will not fix under warranty if it exceeds 36000 miles. I just bought this truck used.
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