2004 GMC Sierra 1500 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 212 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 1 fire, 6 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (81 reports).

2Recalls
212Owner complaints
8Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Sierra 1500?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 recalls

Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Recall 04V562Nov 26, 20041,660 vehicles affected

Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire

Recall 04V240May 17, 2004285 vehicles affected

Most common 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 problems

Problem areas named in the 212 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System81
Service Brakes43
Service Brakes, Hydraulic24
Steering21
Vehicle Speed Control11
Power Train9
Air Bags8
Engine And Engine Cooling8
Tires6
Visibility5

What owners report

2025-05-05, Unknown Or Other
the person i bought the vehicle from switched out the gauge cluster and lied about the vechiles mileage
2023-05-03, Air Bags
The contact’s father owns a 2004 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that after she inserted the key in the ignition and started the vehicle, the front driver’s side air bag exploded, without warning. The contact sustained an injury to her left arm, hand, neck, and head that required medical attention. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that an unknown dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was advised to call the NHTSA Hotline. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure was approximately 200,000.
2021-10-09, Air Bags
When to start truck and air bag in steering wheel exploded.
2021-09-21, Air Bags
Went to start truck and the air bag in the steering wheel exploded.
2020-06-26, Visibility
WHEN I TURN ON MY AIR CONDITION THE LEFT SIDE BLOW OUT HOT HEAT. *TR

2004 GMC Sierra 1500 questions

Does the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility; Tires:Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500?

Based on 212 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (81), Service Brakes (43), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (24).

How do I check if a recall on my 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 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.

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