Tl*the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy. The contact stated that the headlights illuminated independently when the vehicle was turn off. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.
2004 GMC Envoy lights complaints
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Parked the vehicle in a parking garage so I know the lights were working when we went in. As we were leaving approximately 3 hours later, the low beams would not come on at all. Had to run high beams; had several people look at the fuses, replaced bulbs, etc. But they could not find the problem. A couple of weeks later just before I was taking it to a dealer to look at the problem the low beams began working again. Approximately two months later the exact same thing happened only this time I heard a faint noise from the engine compartment and smelled a burning (seemed electrical) aroma for a few seconds when I realized the low-beam lights were not working again. After a week or so the lights came back on again.
I have been reading many of these post. I can't believe all of the things that have also happened to my envoy. I have had my back window blow out while driving, thank god that both of my kids that were in the back seat were not hurt, they were just scared and still ask if it will happen again. I also recently just had to have a piece on the gas line fixed which was almost $900.00 money that I didn't have and had to borrow. I am still paying it back. Now as for last night my low beams are not working, I bought new bulbs and that didn't work, so it is back to the mechanic. Oh and I have a check engine light that goes on and off. They really need to get on all of these things. It would be nice to have the car working the way it should be. I may just print these things up and bring to the gmc shop and see what the can do about it. I mean I really to love my SUV but this is crazy. I am now kind of scared to have my kids in the car.
Headlights stopped working, speedometer stopped working, fuel gauge stopped working, voltmeter gauge stopped working.
Noticed smoke coming from under the hood and then passenger side head light went out. Upon investigation I noticed the light socket for the head light was melted. I did some research and learned that this appears to be a very common problem, with some actually causing fire or accidents.
The low beams will not come on !!! This nearly caused an accident ! Please I beg of you "recall".
Connection to headlights keep burning up! (plug) I replace them 4 times already!
2004 gmc envoy. Consumer writes in regards to headlight connector *tgw the consumer stated headlight connector melted, due to overheating.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy. The contact stated that the warning lights and gauges on the instrument panel failed. The contact mentioned that the turning signals only worked intermittently. The vehicle was not taken to a repair shop or dealer for inspection. The manufacturer was made aware of failure who stated that there was a recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 05v198000 (exterior lighting: turn signal) related to the failure however the VIN was not included. The current mileage was 120,000 and failure mileage was 90,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy. The contact stated that the turn signals would fail intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the blinker switch housing assembly needed to be replaced. The remedy failed to repair the problem. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 05v198000 (exterior lighting:turn signal). The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure mileage was 102,000 and the current mileage was 110,000.
2004 envoy: rear brake lights and parking lights have failed frequently and needed replacement 6 times in 6 months. Brake light failure is a safety hazard. It may result in an accident. I saw a recall on the federal safety agency website about this problem. Took car and the federal safety agency paperwork to gm dealer . Dealer said recall was for vehicles before and after mine. This conflicts with the federal safety agency campaign number #04v527000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy. The contact observed while driving the speedometer displayed an inaccurate reading regardless of the speed being traveled. In addition, there was a malfunction with the headlights remaining "on" when deactivated. The failure occurred intermittent. The fan clutch failed unexpectedly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. The fan clutch was replaced. The contact had concern of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 50,000. The current mileage was 57,000.
2004 gmc envoy sle - frequent recurring problem with headlight failure. Headlights will turn off without notice. Checked fuses, connections and wires. Have taken to local gmc dealership (beckon maston) for repair however dealership unable to diagnose. Vehicle is completely oem, please advise.
Windshield wipers when turned, even if the mist or wash is selected will not turn off without shutting the vehicle off for approx. 15 minutes also both head low beam head lights will not turn on with or without the switch.
My headlights goes out while im driving and I was just trying to find out about gmc recalls they had a recall on the head lights shining in the wrong directions but mine cuts off several times I have to pull to the side of the road/highway to wait for them to come on again I have run off the road once.
2004 gmc envoy 4x4.
When traveling down the road and putting on the brakes the headlights and dash lights flicker. The flickering is so much that is looks like we are flashing other cars.
2004 gmc envoy headlights would periodically dimm and go off during breaking. Without warning headlights failed with no indication. Repair at gmc dealer cost $130 for a "hdm relay". Very dangerous failure as no fuses failed, no lamps failed, but a hidden component failed which caused me to go off a highway at high speed at night.
The truck's dim lights all of the sudden stop working. The bright lights come on, but the dim lights will not come on at all. The bulbs were checked, and the dimmer switch. I've taken it to 2 mechanics, and no one can find out what's wrong with the lights. I can't get my tags renewed because the dim lights don't work at all. I've called gmc to see of any recalls, and they stated only rear tail lights. I definitely think its a manufacturers default, and would like the issue resolved.
While accelerating headlights will periodically dim and brighten without warning.
The headlights and dashlights flicker from bright to dim while driving and when braking. It's a dangerous situation to have other drivers as well as myself distracted by the constant flickering, but research seems to indicate that there is no fix for the problem and an overall lack of concern from gmc.
1. I purchased a 2004 envoy. The dealer I purchased it from had it under warranty. 2 weeks after I purchased, the interior lights were coming on and off, the automatic door locks started to lock by themselves simultaneously. Non stop. It scares my children, as well as I, because I don't know if it's going to spark a fire or what. Sometimes it does it more than others, for example, when it rains, but it only does it when I roll the driver's side window up. Even if its not down and I roll it up it does it. As well as if I hit a small pot hole and sometimes it just does it on its on. I've taken it to a gmc dealer 4 or more times and they can't find the problem any where. So, nothing has been done to fix this problem because no one can find a solution. I park my $18,000 vehicle next to the road in case it does spark a fire. Please inform me if anything is available or who I need to contact at gmc to find an answer.
2004 gmc envoy, headlights flickered while driving. Oncoming traffic thought I was flashing at them, causing them to pull over or flash me back, safety hazard. Took car twice to dealership, but they failed to find the cause of the problem. E found on online forums where many people have similar problem with no answers.
I have been experiencing headlights, interior lights, lighting in the dash, and other lighting flicker while driving. It appears to be happening more and more. The lights become very dim and then get bright again in a matter of a few seconds. This is getting to be dangerous as people tend to pull over in front of me and sometimes traffic in going in the opposite direction coming towards me will pull of the road all thinking that I am flashing them either due to an emergency or just some wild driver behind the wheel. I had taken my vehicle to the dealer but he states he can not find anything wrong. Of course he also stated they took it for a ride but it does not happen for them. I guess not, it is hard to see lights flickering in the sunshine.
Headlights did not work, just fog and high beams, took to dealer to fix, spent $500.00 and after I picked it up, same thing happened again, within a week, plus I received a ticket and points for driving without headlights. Took back to have fixed again, and they tried charging me another $200.00 saying it was something else un-related. Turned on engine, and it didn't sound quite right, ended up stalling about 4 times, on way home, ended up calling them to have car towed back to dealership. They claim it was nothing they did, however, it still stalls for no apparent reason, untl this day. Never know when it could happen, very dangerous, and I am in sales and drive for a living.
Tail light malfunction. During normal operation of the vehicle the taillight will go out. The bulb has been checked along with the connection. There seems to be a problem with the wiring. This malfunction creates a safety hazard during night driving. It also present legal concerns with tickets from law enforcement.
2004 gmc envoy developed the following problems: vehicle stalled, turn signals stopped working, blower fan stopped working, and the SRS light remains lit.*mr the turn siganls stopped working due to a short in the flasher. The powertrain control module was replaced due to the ses light iluminating. The blower motor fan failed 4 times due to a short in the wires and control head. The vehicle overheated, but the problem could not be diagnosed. The lcd displays, knobs become extremly hot after hours of driving.
When right directional signal was actuated, intermittently would also activate hazard (4-way) flashers. Dealer replaced flasher module (ref tsb 30842014) and has been ok since then.
While driving,at night the fog lights failed to adjust properly. Consumer noticed that while the vehicle was parked bumper moved back and forth, and was not stationary. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic stated that the warranty expired, and the consumer had to pay for service.
At random times when using the left turn signal the hazard lights will come on instead of the turn signal or they just won't blink at all. The rest of the time it works fine but could be a dangerous situation at the times the turn signal does not work.
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