Chevrolet Express 2500 2004

Model Express 2500 made in 2004 by Chevrolet got 7 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 6 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to digital instrument panel, engine and engine cooling and equipment. Technical service bulletines regarding exterior lighting, interior lighting and steering. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, fuel system, gasoline.

Model 2004

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
05V559000QUALITY COACHES INC.from 05/01/2005 to 08/31/2005V (Vehicle)211/23/2005MFRQUALITY COACHES INC.12/13/200512/19/2005571108
Defect SummaryCertain conversion vans built on gmc/chevrolet chassis fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices and associated equipment. the housing lens of the center high mounted stop lamp does not allow enough light to emit from the lamp.
Consequence SummaryFollowing vehicles may not be fully informed of vehicle braking. rear-end crashes and injury to occupants may occur.
Corrective SummaryQuality coaches is working with audiovox to replace the center high-mounted brake lamp assembly. owners may contact quality coaches at 1-800-373-6357 or asa at 1-800-274-1886.
NotesQuality/asa recall no. vccblchv.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
06E043000HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC. E (Equipment)8830310/18/2006MFRGENERAL MOTORS CORP.05/19/200605/22/2006
Defect SummaryCertain replacement fuel filters, fram brand name p/n g3727, with date codes x52911 through x60801 sequentially or x600141 and a mexico country or origin marking on the fuel filter housing manufactured from october 18, 2005, through march 21, 2006, sold for use on the vehicles listed above and on certain school buses. (to see the school bus engine sizes, click on document search and then bus applications). the connector on the fuel filter was not manufactured to honeywell's specification. as a result, the o-ring may not seat correctly on the fuel line.
Consequence SummaryThis condition may cause an inadequate seal at the connection, potentially leading to a fuel leak. in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Corrective SummaryHoneywell will notify owners and replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began on october 18, 2006. owners may contact fram customer service at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1).
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket fram fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the vehicles listed.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
3170E10019186Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb202/16/2006
INTERIOR LIGHTING
3170E10019186Ipc, interior lights and/or headlamps flicker. *ak fb202/16/2006
STEERING
05-02-32-008D06/01/201210044941General motors: diagnosing power steering concerns. in rare cases, customers may comment on a lack of steering assist when stopped or during parking lot type of maneuvers. *js08/06/2012
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS
PIT-3749D11/01/201010037570Ready05/25/2011
PIT-3749D11/01/201010037570Gm: on some truck models there is some frame corrosion. *rm05/25/2011
TIRES
05-02-32-008D06/01/201210044941General motors: diagnosing power steering concerns. in rare cases, customers may comment on a lack of steering assist when stopped or during parking lot type of maneuvers. *js08/06/2012

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL
01/09/2010265001
 I own a 2004 silverado 2500 hd with 26,500 miles on it. i had my truck serviced for speedometer that was not working and was told by karl chevy here in ankeny, ia that all of my rotors and brake pads needed to be replaced because of rust. gm ought to fix my brakes for free, they need to recall. i am 61 and have owned a few automobiles and have never had to replace rotors with such low mileage. the majority of miles are highway. i have been in a rideshare pool using a metro van provided to our pool for the last four years as the main driver. *tr
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
05/20/2010103000
 Mysterious coolant leak. reservior is low and needs refilling often. mechanic has performed pressure test to no avail. no coolant on ground at any point. no visible signs of leak. this began right after 2nd cracked flywheel was replaced. at the same time a lifter knock began as well. 1st flywheel was replaced at 103k (3k outside of extended warranty). 2nd flywheel replaced at 143k. van is kept in mint condition, oil changed every 3k w/o fail. vehicle seems to be in otherwise terrific condition. 1st and only owner. date referred to is date of 2nd flywheel crack.
EQUIPMENT
06/07/200621000109/01/2004
 Dt*: the contact stated the electrical module that controls the audio warning system is located in the original radio. the contact switched the radio and lost all of the audio warning systems. the dealer and manufacturer was alerted and determined the module was in the original radio and it should be put back in the vehicle.
POWER TRAIN
05/20/2010103000
 Mysterious coolant leak. reservior is low and needs refilling often. mechanic has performed pressure test to no avail. no coolant on ground at any point. no visible signs of leak. this began right after 2nd cracked flywheel was replaced. at the same time a lifter knock began as well. 1st flywheel was replaced at 103k (3k outside of extended warranty). 2nd flywheel replaced at 143k. van is kept in mint condition, oil changed every 3k w/o fail. vehicle seems to be in otherwise terrific condition. 1st and only owner. date referred to is date of 2nd flywheel crack.
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
04/15/2010
 Repeated cracked flywheel. original cracked just over 100k miles. replacement now cracked 40k miles later.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
01/09/2010265001
 I own a 2004 silverado 2500 hd with 26,500 miles on it. i had my truck serviced for speedometer that was not working and was told by karl chevy here in ankeny, ia that all of my rotors and brake pads needed to be replaced because of rust. gm ought to fix my brakes for free, they need to recall. i am 61 and have owned a few automobiles and have never had to replace rotors with such low mileage. the majority of miles are highway. i have been in a rideshare pool using a metro van provided to our pool for the last four years as the main driver. *tr
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK
01/01/19013
 During a sudden stop chevy 2500 express abs brakes pulled to the right or left. *ts the consumer stated the problem usually occurred during a panic stop. the consumer stated he had three separate accidents because of the defective brakes. *jb