Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc enclave xuv. The contact stated that while driving about 55 MPH, the low beam lights failed to illuminate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the failure was not duplicated. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure recurred four times while driving at various speeds. The dealer was not contacted. The failure was not repaired. The failure mileage was about 186,000.
The worst 2004 GMC Envoy Xuv problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Electrical79
- Fuel system29
- Visibility13
- Engine11
- Airbags10
- Acceleration8
- Body8
- Locks8
- Lights6
- Transmission5
- Brakes2
- Driver assistance2
- Steering2
- Suspension2
- Seat belts1
- Seats1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2004 GMC Envoy Xuv
Fuel leak 10Check engine light 8Fuel smell 8Headlights 7Stalling 7Power windows 6Fuel gauge 5
Trouble codes owners of the 2004 GMC Envoy Xuv mention
P0442 2P0455 2P1680 2
Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Defect investigations
Loss of Headlights
The subject vehicles are model year (MY) 2002-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer, GMC Envoy, 2004-2007 Buick Rainier, 2003-2008 Isuzu Ascender, 2005-2009 Saab 9-7X, 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003-2006 Chevrolet SSR, 2005-2009 Buick Lacrosse, and 2006-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. This scope includes the Trailblazer/Envoy variants: 2002-2006 Envoy XL/Trailblazer EXT and 2004-2005 Envoy XUV. The original scope of this investigation was expanded to include all vehicles equipped with the subject Headlight Driver Module (HDM). The focus of the investigation was to determine whether actions performed by General Motors adequately addressed any unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety in the subject vehicles concerning the headlights and the HDM that controls them.Under normal electrical load and environmental conditions, the HDM can overheat inside the Underhood Electrical Center (UEC). This can cause the module to fail and result in a simultaneous loss of both low beam headlights and both daytime running lights (DRLs), often with no warning or prior detectability to the driver. This failure can be intermittent or permanent. No other exterior lights are affected. High beams, turn signals, brake lights, and reverse lights are still operational.General Motors addressed this issue with 2 recalls (14V755 & 15V519) and a special coverage program (N172091910). In view of the recalls and special coverage program implemented by GM and the vehicle high beams continuing to operate, ODI has tentatively concluded that the actions taken by GM mitigate any unreasonable risk to safety posed by HDM failure in the subject vehicles.Accordingly, the investigation is closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that a safety-related defect does not exist. The agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by new circumstances.The ODI reports cited above are available for review online at under the identification numbers in the attached document.
RQ17002
Turn signal failures
By letter dated april 29, 2005, gm notified the agency that it is conducting asafety recall ( the federal safety agency recall no. 05v198 ) involving certain model years (my) 2003-2004 isuzu ascender, chevrolet trailblazer, gmc envoy, oldsmobile bravada and my 2004 buick rainer vehicles.the recall applies to vehicles built from april 2003 through november 2003 for a total vehicle population of 286,478.gm reports the directional/hazard signals failure is due to sticking contacts on routing relays in the flasher module.gm will replace the flasher module on all involved vehicles.based on gm's safety recall action, this investigation is closed.
PE05006
Technical service bulletins for the 2004 GMC Envoy Xuv 403
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.
- Unknown or other
- Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles
- GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities
- This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves...
- This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as...
- This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS)...
- This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the...
- This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement...
- This bulletin advises the technician of possible location of an internal coolant leak from a specific...
What 2004 GMC Envoy Xuv owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The third brake light connections located in the rear tailgate are severely corroded and will not light up when braking. This condition does not allow passing of state inspection. The entire brake light assembly and wire harness must to replaced to pass state vehicle inspection. This condition is continuous, when parked, when driving (we followed it around the block to see if it jiggled on), I have nothing to upload because the brake light will not light up.
I was doing a rear brake job and smelled gasoline, so I went under the vehicle and observed there was a wet spot on the rear of the fuel tank. Upon closer examination I found the inlet part of the fuel tank was broken and allowing fuel to exit the tank, can we say fire risk, so I went online to try to purchase a replacement tank and I found where several people had had this sameproblem, but no recall is in place ?????
Car was bought in 2004. Was taken to the dealer several times to have airbag light fix but it was never resolved it was said to be fine. No hazard. Never involved in a car crash. Cars turns on and it prompt you to check airbags. Today I was watching the news and someone mentioned this site. I wanted to see it there has been a recall
Vehicle has had strong odor or raw fuel coming from driving side wheel well. Had mechanic check this out and I was told this has a fuel leak near the fuel filter / filler neck and possible gas tank issue which is close to the exhaust pipe. This is a known issue from gm owners but recall has not been advised. Informed gm of issue on 10/26 but they will not fix. This will cost upwards of $1100-$1600 to fix.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy xuv. While attempting to utilize the liftgate, it failed to operate. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
2004 envoy xuv, impeccably maintained, car was parked in my drive way and I started it to go to the store and it started chugging and then almost died, but then went back to normal but the service engine soon and reduced engine power lights illuminated on dash.turned off engine. Restarted, and the service engine soon light was still there so my husband hooked up his code reader and it had the code p1680 ( throttle body postioning censor.) and this isn't the first time it's done it but the engine light has always just flashed it would never stay on so we could read the code. But in order to fix this you have to buy a whole new throttle body housing because the censor is built into it. And it isn't cheap. At autozone it is $280.00. And you have to also buy a gasket for it and new intake manifold gaskets because to remove the throttle body housing which is connected to the manifold you have yo remove the manifold also. How in the world does gm expect us to be able to fix this issue if it's always so much money for parts for these cars. And I also have issues with my back tailgate and both big window motors. I have replaced one but still saving up to replace the middle one and I've also had issues with my gas tank which is $677.00 or more at the dealers for a new gas tank because u can't just fix the filler hose. Such failures will eventually kill someone. So I think gmc needs to take a longer look at these gmc envoy xuvs and get some recalls out to fix these dangerous problems. And honor all cars that come in no matter what. Because we had to fix the gas tank issue ourselves because we could not afford to buy a new gas tank.
Started smelling gas, started dripping fuel. After investigating the fuel lines coming out of the fuel pump were severely corroded at the top of the gas tank. Dripping gas could have caught fire. Learned there was a tsb on this and extended warrenty due to corrosion of fuel lines. The warrenty was for 10 years or 150k. The vehicle is now 11 years old. I have lived in the same house for eight years and never received a recall or tsb notice from gmc. Over 800$ for a new fuel pump and to drop gas tank for repairs. While the vehicle is a 2004 it only has 67k on it.
About 9-10 months ago started noticing a fuel smell around back of truck. Replaced gas cap, but the odor continued. Inquired at local dealer, but was told they could not determine the cause. Tried a local mechanic that I had used before, but at that time, they claimed they found no cause either. On my third trip to local mechanic, was informed that there is a crack in my filler/gas tank causing the smell. Finally they found the cause only to inform me that now my truck is beyond the mileage and/or date of the 'recall' that I was never informed about by gmc about my gas tank, and it will only cost "about" $1200 to replace my gas tank. I've resided in the same home well longer than I've owned my truck, so my home address, phone number and email are all still the same as they were then, and had no notification that their was any type of recall on my truck. Have tried emailing and snail mailing gmc on many numerous occasions to see if I could get any help with the unknown of recall, but have yet to receive any answer what's so ever from them at all. Obviously, if I had the disposable income, I would not be pursuing another solution, but like many, I continue to live paycheck to paycheck and my truck is the main lifeline to maintain what little I can provide. If you could pass along any information about possible recall assistance I can receive, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy xuv. While driving, the contact smelled fuel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the fuel pump was corroded and the odor was a result of a fuel leak. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 116,000.
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Is the 2004 GMC Envoy Xuv reliable?
Owners have filed 150 complaints about the 2004 GMC Envoy Xuv, 6.5 times a typical Envoy Xuv model year. It is one of the years we flag to avoid.
What is the 2004 GMC Envoy Xuv year score?
The 2004 GMC Envoy Xuv scores 7 out of 100 (poor). The score compares it with the other model years of the GMC Envoy Xuv: 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 GMC Envoy Xuv?
Electrical system, with 79 complaints, typically around 60,000 miles. Next is fuel system (29).
How many recalls does the 2004 GMC Envoy Xuv have?
No recalls on record.
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