2004 Chevrolet Tahoe Engine Problems
- 8
- 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.
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
2004 chevy tahoe with castech heads has a history of running hot or overheating with little warning. In the cooler months, will fail to heat the interior of the vehicle without warning. Can leave drivers and passengers (likely children) without transportation in a harsh environment. *tr
ODI 10370326
Engine
Coolant loss without signs of leak. Loss of oil with no signs of leak. Lifters chattering on cold start. Puff of white smoke on start-up. Loss of oil pressure. Defective cylinder heads made by castech. *tr
ODI 10383415
Engine
The engine cylinder heads for the 5.3l gm motors built by castech leak coolant into the engine causing engine overheat and internal engine failures. Gm has issued a technical bulletin #060601019b to address the issue and diagnose the issue. Gm will not offer customers any financial help in the replacement of the defective parts. This issue effects the safety of the vehicle and the safety of the persons in and around…
ODI 10362611
Engine
Consuming oil and water - needing 1-2 quarts of oil and 1 gallon water/coolant per 900 miles. No leaks, no dripping, no spots on garage floor. At start up, there is a large cloud of blue/white smoke from exhaust. Sometimes there is a very loud tapping in the engine until well after reaching normal temperature. Oil and water is being consumed internally - due to crack in cylinder head which is a known issue with…
ODI 10355479
Cooling System · Engine
2004 tahoe, 79,000 miles. Engine overheated which could have caused fire if i had not noticed and stopped. Gm dealer says overheaing due to crack in cylinder head and confirmed tsb 06-06-01-019b (06/12/2007) applies to vehicle, which admits there is known manufacturing defect in certain cylinder heads which can cause engine coolant to leak internally causing overheating and potential engine failure. Dealer refuses…
ODI 10240974
Electrical System · Engine
2004 chevy tahoe speedometer quit working. Stays on 55 mph even when engine is off. Told it would be about $800 to fix. Now oil gauge is not working properly. It does not drop to zero. Oil in engine is at proper level. *nm
ODI 10169688
Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Engine · Exhaust System · Headlights · Instrument Cluster/Panel · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
So many... Where do i start? 1) at 9,000 mi. Intermediate shaft was replaced due to a popping feeling in the steering, at 16,000 mi. It is doing the same thing again. 2) at 9000 miles the instrument cluster was replaced due to a faulty tach motor making a buzzing/rattling sound, started making noise again at 13,000 miles took to dealer and said there is nothing wrong. 3) headlights flicker on and off on turns has…
ODI 10168650
Engine
Loud popping/pinging sound coming from front of vehicle when the vehicle is idle position or when it has been turned off.*ak
ODI 10090836