CarRecallWatchThe 2004 GMC Envoy XL has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 187 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 6 fires, 8 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (83 reports).
1Recalls
187Owner complaints
6Crashes reported
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2004 GMC Envoy XL recalls
Most common 2004 GMC Envoy XL problems
Problem areas named in the 187 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 83 |
| Power Train | 21 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 20 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 15 |
| Exterior Lighting | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 |
| Visibility | 9 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 |
| Air Bags | 7 |
| Tires | 5 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2004 GMC Envoy XL. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle stalled. Additionally, the vehicle failed to restart, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and suggested that the vehicle be inspected by a local dealer. The failure mileage was unknown.
I WAS DRIVING BACK HOME, PULLED IN MY DRIVEWAY, PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK AND WHEN I RELEASED THE BRAKE PEDAL THE VEHICLE JUMPED AND TOOK OFF IN REVERSE. I MISSED HITTING MY WIFE BY INCHES. I STOPPED AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE. IT WOULD NOT START. I TRIED TO PUSH THE BUTTON ON THE SHIFTER.I INTERNET SEARCHED IT WAS SAID TO BE THE LOCKOUT DEVISE. I INSPECTED THE TRANS AND FOUND THE CABLE THAT COME FROM THE SHIFTER TO THE TRANS WAS OFF AND TRANS BRACKET WAS WORN FROM USE. IF IT HAPPENED IN A PARKING LOT I COULD HAVE HIT SOMEONE OR THE VEHICLE BEHIND ME. I CONTACTED GMC NO KNOWLEDGE OF THE SAFETY PROBLEM I HAVE DESCRIBED. MY CASE FILE IS[XXX]. I TALK WITH AMY AND JUNAID AT EXT 42846. THEY TOLD ME
DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED DOWN HILL ON A CITY STREET, WITH THE CAR IN THE DRIVE POSITION, THE CAR STALLED. THIS HAPPENED AGAIN DRIVING ON A FLAT SERVICE OF A PARKING LOT OF A SHOPPING CENTER. AGAIN, WITH THE CAR IN THE DRIVE POSITION GOING AT A LOW SPEED THE CAR STALLED.
FOUR VEHICLE ACCIDENT, #THREE VEHICLE IN LINE FROM THE FRONT. TRAVELING AT POSTED SPEED LIMIT OF 60MPH. SUDDEN HARD BRAKING, HIT IN THE FRONT & REAR OF THE VEHICLE, VEHICLE WAS CONSIDERED A TOTAL RIGHT OFF. NO AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT ON DRIVER OR PASSENGER IN FRONT SEAT! RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC ON FOUR LANE ST. HWY., DFW, TX. MARCH OF 2014.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 GMC ENVOY XL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY DECELERATED. THE CONTACT STOPPED AT A FUEL STATION AND PROCEEDED TO CHECK ALL THE FLUID LEVELS. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO DRIVE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT COULD ONLY OPERATE THE VEHICLE IN FIRST AND SECOND GEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND COMPLAINT NUMBER: 84441281449 WAS FILED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,395. *TT CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE
2004 GMC Envoy XL questions
Does the 2004 GMC Envoy XL have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2004 GMC Envoy XL: Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 GMC Envoy XL?
Based on 187 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (83), Power Train (21), Fuel System, Gasoline (20).
How do I check if a recall on my 2004 GMC Envoy XL has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.