2004 Chevrolet Tahoe Reviews, Ratings, Prices

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

Climate System

Blower (fan) motor, A/C compressor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate control, refrigerant leakage, electrical failure.

What Owners Say

A/C compressor

"Compressor is going bad. Have been adding refrigerant as needed and will continue doing this until the compressor goes out completely"

Gerald O., TN (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4.8-L V8)

Automatic climate control

"The temp control switch behind the dash stopped working and defaulted to hot air thru the vents"

Greg H., AZ (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3-L V8)

"The fan didn't work on a few settings. Actuator replacement"

Anonymous, WI (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe Unsure 5.3-L V8)

"Blower only worked on level 5"

Anonymous, VA (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4.8-L V8)

"AC went from cool to hot"

Anonymous, FL (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe Unsure 5.3-L V8)

Heater system

"System does not blow warm air in cold weather"

Anonymous, VA (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4.8-L V8)

"Dual air heater door broke"

Anonymous, OR (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3-L V8)

"Slow leak that hasn't been able to be found"

Anonymous, OR (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3-L V8)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, 4WD/AWD components, driveline vibration, traction control, electronic stability control (ESC), electrical failure.

What Owners Say

4WD/AWD components

"The transfer case would default to 4 low setting on occasion, without the selector button being pushed"

Greg H., AZ (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3-L V8)

"4WD has given me a lot of trouble. I've replaced the dashboard control unit and the motorized actuator. But I still get occasional warnings on the dash display that there's a problem. I haven't had this looked at by a mechanic yet"

Steven H., UT (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 5.3-L V8)

"Needed to replace transfer case control module; program new module"

Dave Z., CA (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe Unsure 5.3-L V8)

Differential

"I had a whining sound in the rear end, sounded like it was ready to go out. Had to have it rebuilt"

Eddie A., TN (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3-L V8)

"Needed standard service of rear diff; diagnosed as pinion seal leak, bearings, and seals"

Dave Z., CA (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe Unsure 5.3-L V8)

"got stuck in 4 wheel low & would change out of it"

Ken F., CO (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3-L V8)

Electric System

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery and related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, distributor or rotor failure, spark plugs and wires failure.

What Owners Say

Gauges

"Replaced all twice, another has not working. Crappy, crappy instruments"

Anonymous, TX (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4.8-L V8)

"Speed and tachometer gauges stopped working. Had to replace the entire assembly"

Sherrie M., TX (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 5.3-L V8)

"control for A/C & heat some times won't switch .... so I some times get heat on hot days & a/c on cold days. gauges & dash lights went out"

Ken F., CO (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3-L V8)

Exterior lights (other than headlights)

"Burn out quickly, since almost new to now"

Anonymous, TX (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4.8-L V8)

"Chevy running lights and fog lamps are notorious for running with one burnt out. Turns out that the light connectors are prone to shorting out. I replace a lot of bulbs before replacing the socket"

Craig M., CA (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3-L V8)

Tire pressure monitor

"THE IDIOT LIGHT IS ON TOO MUCH DUE TO THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR THAT DOES NOT WORK PROPER"

Anonymous, AL (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3-L V8)

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbo or supercharger, timing chain or timing belt.

What Owners Say

"At 88,000 miles, had to replace the engine at a cost of just over $10,000 due to a cracked cylinder head"

Lori D., WI (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4.8-L V8)

Engine rebuild or replacement

"This was a total disappointment. The engine went without warning. Just ceased up"

Raijean J., NJ (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3-L V8)

Brakes

Antilock system (ABS), parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, rotors, pulsation or vibration, squeaking, brake failure or wear.

What Owners Say

Antilock system (ABS)

"I have had to get the brakes done about every 3-6 months. it's mostly the abs just keep breaking. But i have had problem with the parking breaks"

Anonymous, MS (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3-L V8)

"Leak"

Anonymous, MN (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe Unsure Unsure)

Power Equipment

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, remote engine start, alarm or security system

What Owners Say

Starter

"The factory starter completely quit working after being problematic for about a week. The car left my wife stranded at the gym. I replaced the starter myself, but had to do it in the gym parking lot"

Steven H., UT (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 5.3-L V8)

Body Integrity

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, loose or cracked seals and/or weather-stripping, air and water leaks.

What Owners Say

Seals and/or weather-stripping

"The weather stripping on the driver window is not at tight as it needs to be, has been replaced, but the door still does not shut as tight as it should. I added a strip of weather striping and it works fine. I asked the service rep, a good guy, about adjusting the door and he said replacing a door hinge would be really expensive. It works well for me"

Craig M., CA (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3-L V8)

Body Hardware

Power or manual windows, locks and latches, tailgate, hatch or trunk, doors or sliding doors, mirrors, seat controls, safety belts, sunroof, convertible top.

What Owners Say

Seat controls - movement

"The auto reset memory sends the seat back to the position for a SHORT PERSON, I'm 6' 6" tall !!"

Anonymous, AL (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 5.3-L V8)

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling), loose interior and exterior trim or moldings, rust.

What Owners Say

Loose interior trim or moldings

"headliner started to come loose and hang down around front doors windows and windshield"

Anonymous, CA (2004 Chevrolet Tahoe LS 4.8-L V8)

In-car Electronics

CD or DVD players, radio, speakers, GPS, communication system (e.g., OnStar), display screen freezes or goes blank, phone pairing (e.g. Bluetooth), voice control commands, steering wheel controls, portable music device interface (e.g., iPod/MP3 player), backup or other camera/sensors.

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