Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗MOBILITY WORKS/SURE-LOK/WHEELCHAIR SECUREMENT
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN VANS EQUIPPED WITH SURE-LOK WHEELCHAIR SECUREMENT SYSTEMS, THE SPROCKET TEETH OF THE RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY IS OUT OF ALIGNMENT.
- Consequence
- IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE WHEELCHAIR MAY NOT BE ADEQUATELY SECURED POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURIES TO A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WHEELCHAIR SECUREMENT RETRACTORS AS NECESSARY. SURE-LOK WILL HANDLE THE REPAIRS FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SURE-LOCK AT 1-908-231-1804 OR MOBILITYWORKS AT 1-800-769-8267.
REGENCY/SPARE TIRE
- Summary
- THE SPARE TIRE AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY THAT WAS PROVIDED ON CERTAIN CONVERSION VEHICLES WILL NOT FIT ON THE FRONT WHEEL HUB DUE TO OFFSET OF THE WHEEL. HOWEVER, IT WILL FIT ON THE REAR WHEELS.
- Consequence
- IF SOMEONE HAS A FLAT TIRE ON THE FRONT WHEEL, THEY WILL NOT BE ABLE TO INSTALL THE PROVIDED SPARE TIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SPARE WHEEL WITH THE CORRECT OFFSET. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT REGENCY AT 1-800-989-4727.
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Owner complaints (212)
212 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 212 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 81 | 38.2% |
| Service brakes | 66 | 31.1% |
| Steering | 21 | 9.9% |
| Vehicle speed control | 11 | 5.2% |
| Air bags | 8 | 3.8% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 8 | 3.8% |
| Power train | 8 | 3.8% |
| Tires | 6 | 2.8% |
| Engine | 5 | 2.4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 2.4% |
How 2004 compares with other Sierra 1500 years
Best and worst Sierra 1500 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 181 | 1 |
| 2001 | 140 | 2 |
| 2002 | 166 | 1 |
| 2003 | 180 | 1 |
| 2004 | 212 | 2 |
| 2005 | 177 | 0 |
| 2006 | 145 | 0 |
| 2007 | 262 | 2 |
| 2008 | 381 | 2 |
| 2009 | 234 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 16 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 555 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Pickup Trucks
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 16 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 4.8 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 4.8 L 8-cyl · 5-speed manual | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 16 | $4,200 | 555 |
| 4.8 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 15 | $4,450 | 593 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 15 | $4,450 | 593 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 18 / 15 | $4,450 | 593 |
| 6 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 16 / 14 | $4,800 | 635 |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | $4,800 | 635 |
| 4.3 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | $4,800 | 635 |
| 4.8 L 8-cyl · 5-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 16 / 14 | $4,800 | 635 |
| 5.3 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 16 / 14 | $4,800 | 635 |
| 6 L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 16 / 13 | $5,150 | 684 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2004 Sierra 1500 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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2004 GMC Sierra 1500 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 04V562000 (equipment), 04V240000 (tire). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 problems?
Owners filed 212 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (81), Service brakes (66), Steering (21) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 get?
EPA rates the 4.3 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 14 city, 19 highway and 16 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2004 Sierra 1500 compare with other years?
Among the 2000–2009 GMC Sierra 1500 model years at least five years old, the 2001 drew the fewest complaints (140) and the 2008 the most (381). The 2004 drew 212. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.