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10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
21,148 miles

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2004 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 miscellaneous problems

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2004 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Owner Comments

problem #10

Dec 182010

Silverado 3500 4WD 8-cyl

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

2004 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. Attorney writes on behalf of clients in regards to negligent driver collision the attorney stated the driver of a tractor trailer, drove off the emergency lane into his clients lane of travel resulting in a very severe collision, because his client was unable to avoid running into the rear of his tractor trailer. The attorney believed the driver was talking on his cell phone and was improperly located in the emergency lane and did not signal that he was about to enter back into the lane of travel. As a direct and proximate result, his clients suffered significant injuries.

- Lexington, SC, USA

problem #9

Nov 012011

Silverado 3500 8-cyl

  • 40,000 miles
Tachometer, speedometer and temperature gauge failures.

- Tucson, AZ, USA

problem #8

May 232011

Silverado 3500

  • miles
Reckless driving - I was driven off the road on purpose by an aggressive driver. It was a car and a half in front of the driver when I yielded to the car on my left prior to condensing into one lane. The vehicle behind us speed up to block me from merging and drove me onto the shoulder. He was driving an olson construction vehicle with Missouri plates [xxx]. looked like he was in his 40's and had blond hair with tattoos. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Olathe, KS, USA

problem #7

Feb 092009

Silverado 3500

  • 28,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

There is a rattling transmitted through the steering wheel and heard and felt by the driver. It is especially noticeable during low speed driving as well as when turning or driving over rough terrain. It has been identified by GM in a technical service bulletin (tsb number 06-02-3-0056, issue date 1-20-06, cause inadequate lubrication on steering intermediate shaft) for various years of GM trucks. I believe this is an accident waiting to happen and a recall should be made.

- Boulder City, NV, USA

problem #6

May 142007

Silverado 3500 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 47,000 miles
Speedometer has become erratic on a 2004 Chevy Silverado @ 47,000 miles. Started approx. 5/14/07. Does not work right mainly in the afternoons - speed indicates 0-10 mph whether doing 50 mph or 70 mph. Contacted Chevy dealer on 5/25/07 and have not heard back from them. I feel as if this is a safety issue that Chevy should repair and recall.

- Saltillo, MS, USA

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problem #5

May 102007

(reported on)

Silverado 3500

  • miles
2004 Chevy Silverado customer wants to know is this truck covered in recall* the consumer recently purchased the vehicle with a salvaged title.

- Unknown, DC, USA

problem #4

Jan 072007

Silverado 3500 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 45,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

1. noticed transmission slipping over the last few months 2. a few weeks ago, the tail light, right turn signal and cruise control and dash lights started malfunctioning 3. recently, the paint around rear passenger door and roof is peeling.

- Conroe, TX, USA

problem #3

Feb 142006

Silverado 3500 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 43,000 miles
: the contact stated the cd player in the vehicle over heated, resulting in hot air blowing through the air vents. The air conditioner or heat was not in use when the hot air was blowing. The vehicle was taken to the local dealership for inspection. The dealer could not duplicate the problem and no repairs were made.

- Starkville, MS, USA

problem #2

Dec 102004

Silverado 3500 4WD 8-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Speedometer and tachometer failure. Speedometer needle swings clockwise and goes past 120 mph - even when vehicle is stationary. Unable to determine vehicle's speed. Very unsafe situation. Tachometer is inaccurate. Cannot determine if or when engine is being over-revved. This could lead to engine disintegration. Both of the above has occured in a vehicle that is less than one year old. Several delaerships advising this is getting to be a common occurance.

- Carrollton, TX, USA

problem #1

Jan 182005

Silverado 3500 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 8,475 miles
I recently had a problem with the heater motor in my 2004 Chevy Silverado. The heater motor began to make a squealing noise. I took it to the dealership where I purchased it. Mechanics looked it over and I was told the bearing in the heater motor was seizing up, although the dealership didn't have a new heater motor in stock they were able to get one in a matter of hours. My truck was fixed that same day.I must say I was very impressed and happy with the service I received. Thank you.

- Gloversville, NY, USA

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