Does the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado have any recalls?

The 2004 Chevrolet Colorado has 2 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with exterior lighting:brake lights:switch.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado?

502 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado?

There are 614 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.

2004 Chevrolet Colorado Service and Repair Manual

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2004 Chevrolet Colorado service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.

What’s included

Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
Specifications and reference data (where provided)
Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

Z85 LS Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
Sport Extended Cab Pickup 3-Door
Sport Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
Base Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
Z85 LS Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
Sport LS Extended Cab Pickup 3-Door
Z85 LS Extended Cab Pickup 3-Door
Base Extended Cab Pickup 3-Door
Z71 Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
Z71 Extended Cab Pickup 3-Door
Z85 Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
Sport LS Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
Z71 Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
Sport Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
Base Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
LS Extended Cab Pickup 3-Door
Z85 Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
Z71 LS Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
Z71 LS Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
Z85 Extended Cab Pickup 3-Door
LS Standard Cab Pickup 2-Door
LS Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
Sport LS Crew Cab Pickup 4-Door
Z71 LS Extended Cab Pickup 3-Door

Engines covered

2.8L 2770CC 169Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
3.5L 3460CC 211Cu. In. l5 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2004 Chevrolet Colorado Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #09V31000029/07/2009Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

GM IS RECALLING 185,903 MODEL YEAR 2004-2009 COLORADO, GMC MODEL YEAR 2009-2004 CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006 I-280, I-350, MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 I-290, AND I-370, PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIG

Consequence

THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE SIMULTANEOUS LOSS OF ALL BRAKE LAMPS OR CAUSE ALL OF THE BR

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS AS SPECIFIED IN THE RECALL BULLE

NHTSA #10V57500018/11/2010Component: CHILD SEAT

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2011, CHEVROLET COLORADO, GMC CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006, ISUZU I-280/I-350, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008, I-290/I-370, REGULAR CAB VEHICLES AND EX

Consequence

BOTH NHTSA AND GM DISCOURAGE PLACEMENT OF A CHILD IN A FRONT SEAT. NEVERTHELESS, THERE A

Remedy

DEALERS WILL CUT A HOLE INTO THE BACK PANEL TRIM COVER TO ALLOW ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER A

TSB #11020816

This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC.

TSB #11017252

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on OnStar Module 2G Sunset Information.

TSB #11014455

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the

TSB #11009156

This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and

TSB #11007744

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi

TSB #11007743

TSB #11007208

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed fo

TSB #11006621

Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected mo

Showing the 8 most recent of 614 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20121210Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured1 fatalities

TRUCK LEFT ROAD HIT EMBANKMENT THEN ROLLED. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR

20100321Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT A VEHICLE HAD RAN OUT OF GAS, I WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 45MPH AND REAR ENDED THE STOPPED VEHICLE. THEN A TRUCK HIT ME. MY AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR

20050830Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITEDCrash reported1 injured

1. ABS KEPT KICKING IN ON LOW SPEED STOPS SUCH AS A SIMPLE STOP AT A STOP SIGN. 2. RESULT I WAS UNABLE TO STOP WHEN A TRUCK STOPPED IN FRONT OF ME. *JB

20041122Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

THE CONSUMER CRASHED INTO A TREE HEAD ON AT 35 MPH. THE FRONT AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY UPON IMPACT. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO HIS HEAD, SHOULDER AND NECK.*JB

Showing the 4 most serious of 502 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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