2004 Chevrolet Tahoe Electrical System Problems
- 83
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 83 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- instrument panel · 11 records
- speedometer started · 7 records
- stopped working · 6 records
- instrument cluster · 5 records
- actual speed · 5 records
- wheel drive · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 20 |
| 60–100k mi | 20 |
| 100–150k mi | 18 |
| 150–400k mi | 8 |
| 1–30k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
I was driving on e-470 westbound near quebec when the car shutdown completely. No power. The car then would not start and had to be towed to the dealer to have a computer check. They told me it was the fuel pump, after a week, when i was having it towed to my mechanic for the repair, i decided to try to start it and it started right up. I drove it to my mechanic who checked the fuel pump and said it was fine. They…
ODI 10513072
Electrical System
When air conditioner is running, air coming from driver's side vents become extremely hot while passenger's side remains cool. I cannot determine any specific conditions that made this occur. It seems to be totally random. The hot air is not warm air or pretty hot air, it is extremely hot, hotter than a hair dryer produces at its hottest. I report this because it is obviously a safety hazard and, judging from…
ODI 10417273
Electrical System
This vehicle has had numerous, frequent, and persistent electrical problems. The approximate date given was with the air conditioning where it blew only hot air. Two "repairs" at the dealer and two subsequent repairs finally revealed electrical problems. The real safety issues that continue are with the instrument panel that has at times affected the speedometer, tachometer (continuous problem), oil pressure gauge…
ODI 10615677
Electrical System
Speedometer does not indicate correct speed. Speedometer does not return to zero mph when vehicle stopped. Speedometer is intermittent. *tr
ODI 10325908
Electrical System
On this date the speedometer and battery gauge began to go haywire, at first they began to jump up so it looked like i was driving faster then i was down the interstate. The next day when i drove my tahoe the speedometer kept getting higher and has maxed out over 120 mph, and the battery meter well over 19 volts and they do not move anymore. I now have to rely on a portable gps in my car to estimate how fast i am…
ODI 10303394
Electrical System
The speedometer on my 2004 tahoe does not give accurate speed readings. It said i was doing 62 miles an hour on the highway and i started passing every car on the road. I slowed down and then it never got above 15 miles an hour and i was on the highway. After shutting off the tahoe for a few minutes it worked again. This happens regularly if i drive the car for more than about 30 minutes at a time. *tr
ODI 10290377
Electrical System
Wow! I just got off the phone with chevrolet about my speedometer not working at all. The rep stated this was not a recall but an extension of the warranty for the cluster if your vin# falls w/in a certain range. Mine falls w/in the range but i'm over 80,000 miles and i bought the car used so had no idea about the wty extension. This makes no sense to me the cluster / speedometer is not an added feature or…
ODI 10288931
Electrical System
1. Normal daily driving 2. The speedometer stopped working as did the tachometer, battery gauge and oil pressure gauge. 3. Nothing was done. Not a recall not under warranty. *tr
ODI 10326921
Electrical System · Rear Window Wiper/Washer · Vehicle Speed Control
I was driving down one of the busy roads in manatee county, and the back hatch glass of my 2004 chevy tahoe blew off of my car. It went air born and landed in the south bound lane almost on top of a car. If the car had not slammed on its brakes and swerved, it could have killed someone. I contacted the dealership, and the will not fix the problem. The hinges are still attached to my vehicle and the insurance company…
ODI 10279207
Electrical System
2004 chevrolet tahoe. Speedometer failure at around 80,000 miles. I've been running on the speed indicator of my gps for the last 20,000 miles. Speedometer failures, due to faulty equipment, should be repaired in a recall by the manufacturer. The "silent" recall issued in 2007 never made it to me and it was only for cars under 70,000 miles. Speedometers are "safety" equipment. They shouldn't fail as often as the…
ODI 10298730
Electrical System
Speedometer registers 80mph at complete stop, 120 mph with movement. Problem did occur without warning. At this time not repaired because i do not have $500. I think it is a safety issue and chevrolet should pay for repair even in my car is over 70,000 miles (is 83,000 now). I think we all want to save american car industry (with the help of taxpayers money), but we need to send the message to these people that they…
ODI 10282955
Electrical System
Purchased 2004 tahoe for my son thinking it was a reliable vehicle. Little did i know that i got a lemon! The instrument panel was the first to go, although now it seems to be in the suggested mode, english. Then, the speedometer started acting erratically, going from 55 mph to 120 mph in like seconds. I believe the vehicle has about 105,000....what happens now? I hear its expensive to fix and i don't think i should…
ODI 10280165
Electrical System
I have a 2004 chevy tahoe with 87000 miles on it. Problem is internal gauge cluster defect. In other words, the speedometer doesn't work. Chevy/gm admits that certain vins had defective clusters installed (including mine) yet they will not recall them and/or replace them unless the vehicle has less then 70000 miles on it. The fact that this is a defective part and not just normal wear and tear and also that…
ODI 10260719
Electrical System
Failed speedometer. Started of messing up occasionally, but then began reading the wrong speed. Saying that i was going 25 when i was really going 55. *tr
ODI 10281177
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet tahoe. While driving approximately 25 mph in inclement weather conditions, the speedometer displayed inaccurate readings. The failure occurred without warning. The authorized dealer was notified of the failure and an appointment was scheduled for repair service. The vin was unknown. The failure and current mileages were 42,515.
ODI 10252543
Electrical System
The voltage meter bottomed out while driving back in 2008. It alternated between registering correctly and then incorrectly until dec 2009 when it bottomed out and stayed. I have no idea what state my battery is in because of this. I've had it checked out twice by the dealer. The first time, in dec 2008, the meter worked just fine and the repairman could not get it to bottom out during an [redacted]. The next day,…
ODI 10310437
Electrical System
My 2004 chevy tahoe with 102,000 miles has speedometer needle that suddenly becomes erratic while driving after 30 minutes at 50-60 mph. It will reset to normal after a few engine starts and shuts down. I hear this is a common problem with gm trucks of this era. Isn't this a safety hazard? Is there a recall?*tr
ODI 10250452
Electrical System
2004 chevy tahoe with 78k miles. On a road trip, speedometer increased to indicate 120+ mph. When vehicle stops indicator only falls to 55-65 mph. No change if vehicle is shut down. No other instruments appear to be affected. Appears to be a class action suit on this issue in california. *tr
ODI 10249598
Electrical System
Speedometer not indicating the correct speed. *tr
ODI 10250255
Electrical System
Speedometer on 2004 tahoe quit working. Started getting stuck between 40 mph & 120 mph, but now has stopped completely. Received a letter from gm about 1 month ago, but it stated the problem was not a recall & would replace it up to 70 k miles. Mine has 77 k. Just my luck. This should be a recall. *tr
ODI 10249142
Electrical System · Seats · Structure
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet tahoe. While driving approximately 55-60 mph on normal road conditions, the four wheel drive activated without assistance. The four wheel drive mechanism failed to respond when the contact attempted to deactivate the system. The four wheel drive warning indicator illuminated intermittently on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection, but…
ODI 10251837
Electrical System
On october 11, 2008, the speedometer in my 2004 chevrolet tahoe failed. Sometimes the needle moves, but it is completely unreliable. This failure occurs everytime i start the engine. When driving this vehicle, i can never be sure if i am traveling at the correct rate of speed. I am very concerned for the safety of my family while in this vehicle. I have not been able to have this vehicle repaired yet as the cost is…
ODI 10249896
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet tahoe. The contact received a notice from the manufacturer for the instrument cluster, which advised her to take the vehicle to the nearest dealer for service. He was not experiencing any failures at the time the notice was received. Approximately one month later, the speedometer, heat control, fuel gauge dial, and other instrument panel indicators failed. The speedometer…
ODI 10250650
Electrical System
Control panel cluster is failing first causing the gas gauge to not work at all and then the speedometer to malfunction. *tr
ODI 10459664
Electrical System
Instrument panel malfunctions by sticking while driving and not returning to zero when the car is turned off. In order to get the speedometer to zero out you have to turn the car on and off until the needle drops to zero. Other times the instrument panel fails to register any values. I called chevrolet customer assistance center they referred me to the dealership which wants to charge me $ 500 for the part and an…
ODI 10253323