Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc sierra 1500. While operating the vehicle, the engine suddenly stalled. It was discovered that the vehicle was out of fuel; however, the fuel gauge indicated that the tank was half full at the time of the incident. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer (garcia buick gmc, 2721 cerrillos rd, santa fe, nm 87507) were both notified, but no assistance was offered. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 160,000.
2004 GMC Sierra 1500: engine stalls while driving
7 of the 212 complaints about the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 describe engine stalls while driving.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 122,078
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 47 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Engine stalls while driving by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc sierra 1500. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. During the failure, the temperature gauge reading was high and steam appeared from under the hood. The dealer stated that the engine cylinder head was cracked. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 76,400.
Regardless of type of road, I.e. Highway or city roads, and regardless of speed, the vehicle will stall and shut off.
Vehicle would stall and eventually shut off, regardless of type of road, I.e.highway or city streets, and regardless of the speed.
Vehicle would stall and eventually shut off, regardless of type of road, I.e.highway or city streets, and regardless of the speed.
Dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds, the engine stalled without warning and would not restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer who determined the ignition harness needed replaced. After the ignition harness replacement, the problem persisted. The vehicle is currently awaiting further inspection by the dealer. The manufacturer was alerted.
While driving 20 MPH vehicle stalled .consumer applied the accelerator pedal and the vehicle failed to accelerate. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic could not duplicate the problem. *ak brake pedal was rusted. Bumper was rusting.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves...
- This bulletin advises the technician of possible location of an internal coolant leak from a specific...
- This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake...
- This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil...
- This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist...
- This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter...
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 stalling
Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500?
7 of 212 owner complaints about the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 (3%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 2022.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500?
There are 0 recalls and 47 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500
Brake failure 22ABS 12Harsh shifting 9Knocking 7Fuel gauge 7Steering noise 6Tire blowout 6
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