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2004 GMC Sierra 1500 repairs by problem area
Engine (20%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)
Brakes and Traction Control (10%)
Suspension and Steering (18%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (3%)
Chart based on 60 repairs.
2004 GMC Sierra 1500 repair cost distribution
$2500+ (2%)
$1000 - $2499 (2%)
$500 - $999 (11%)
$100 - $499 (51%)
< $100 (35%)
Chart based on 55 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD
| GMC Sierra 1500 in North Carolina, United States Sep 2013 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Nov 2013397100 miUS $500 | Replaced catalytic convertor Mmm | ||
| Feb 2014400000 miUS $200 | Fuel tank venting problem. | ||
| GMC Sierra 1500 in Tennessee, United States Dec 2013 - Aug 2016 | |||
| Dec 201499000 mi | Instrument panel speedometer, tac, and fuel gauge stopped working | ||
| Jun 2015105000 miUS $450 | Replaced water pump | ||
| Aug 2016116000 mi | Instrument panel speedometer, tac, and fuel gauge stopped working | ||
2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| GMC Sierra 1500 in Ohio, United States Jun 2013 - Jun 2014 | |||
| Mar 201485000 miUS $200 | Front wheel bearing failure. Replaced first one in 2006. | ||
| GMC Sierra 1500 in Indiana, United States Aug 2006 - Jan 2017 | |||
| May 200640000 miUS $100 | New intermediate steering shaft to fix steering clunk | ||
| Mar 200770000 mi | Fix steering clunk again by disconnecting intermediate steering shaft and fully extending and retracting a bit, then re-connecting. | ||
| Jan 200889000 miUS $500 | 4x4 transfer case had a hole in the housing, caused by broken anti-rattle clip that allowed the steel pump to rub against the softer magnesium housing. Well-known problem that affects higher mileage non-HD GMT-800 trucks. | ||
| Nov 2008106000 miUS $5 | Problem with 4x4 transfer case pump rubbing a hole in the external housing re-appeared. It wore through the JB Weld patch after about 11 months. Re-applied JB Weld. Will have to replace pump and get new half of the t-case housing next time it happens. | ||
| Apr 2009119000 miUS $300 | Bad left front wheel bearing. Replaced pads and rotors at same time. | ||
| Aug 2009128000 miUS $10 | 4x4 Transfer case pump wore another hole in the housing. Patched with JB Weld, ordered new rear case half and a part that will prevent the problem from happening again for install in the next couple weeks. | ||
| Sep 2009135000 miUS $450 | Installed parts to fix transfer case pump rub issue. | ||
| Jun 2011181000 miUS $300 | Oil pressure sending unit was bad and would report no oil pressure at RPM's above 3,000. | ||
| Mar 2012204000 mi | Passenger side AC blowing hot air, driver side started blowing hot air as well. Problem only happened occasionally. Research showed blend door issue. Tried reset trick involving pulling fuse while system on. So far problem has resolved | ||
| Jul 2012213500 miUS $187 | Service 4x4 warning message. I have put off for 2 years by keeping transfer case in Auto. Message was only displayed in 2wd mode. Problem is well known encoder motor sensor in the transfer case. I replaced the entire encoder motor. | ||
| Nov 2012221000 miUS $11 | SES light came on. Had codes read and tool reported MAF error. Forum search suggested cleaning MAF screen first. Bought MAF sensor cleaner at AutoZone. Light has not come on for a couple weeks now. Truck feels more responsive as well. | ||
| Jan 2013203300 miUS $100 | P0332 code - engine knock sensor. Known problem if water gets under intake manifold from washing/splashing in this 5.3 motor. | ||
| Apr 2013227800 miUS $900 | Tie rod ends replaced. Not bad since they were originals. Front differential seals leaking and actuator leakng. | ||
| May 2013230000 mi | re-attempted knock sensor repair | ||
| Jun 2013232000 miUS $60 | Replace the driver side and passenger side vent door actuators. Was experiencing issues with occasional hot air blowing out of events when the AC was on. Saved at least $700 doing the repair myself. Wipers would only work on high. Intermittent settings would not work nor did the windshield washer fluid work. Internet research to determine problem was most likely wiper motor control board. | ||
| Nov 2013242000 miUS $200 | Wheel hub bearing assembly on driver side front was starting to go bad again. Passenger-side was okay but replaced as well. | ||
| Dec 2013243000 miUS $60 | Driver side heated seat pad (bottom) went out | ||
| Jul 2015274200 miUS $125 | Compressor engaging intermittently. Recharge helped for a month but acting up again. Had shop do leak test. Pulled vacuum and found no leaks. They said test shows compressor is weak. Will do proactive replacement of compressor soon | ||
| Oct 2015280700 miUS $800 | Replace AC compressor and related parts Tailgate handle broke - plastic brittle. Had to use pliers to open tailgate. | ||
| Dec 2016302000 miUS $350 | Right rear axle seal leaking | ||
| GMC Sierra 1500 in Texas, United States Feb 2010 - Mar 2014 | |||
| Mar 2014118000 miUS $400 | Had a blend door replaced on drivers side. | ||
| GMC Sierra 1500 in Minnesota, United States Apr 2011 - Sep 2011 | |||
| May 201145000 miUS $300 | Driver side window, mirror & door lock would not function. Repair shop found broken wire and repaired | ||
2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Extended Cab 6.5ft bed
285-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| GMC Sierra 1500 in Maine, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2012 | |||
| Sep 201073000 mi | front hub (4x4) assemblies shot. needed replacement. $1000+ in repairs. i paid no out of pocket expenses; was covered by the one year warranty. | ||
| Feb 201180000 miUS $100 | Front axle seals leaking. | ||
| Dec 201194000 miUS $40 | worn out inner tie rod, passenger side | ||
2004 GMC Sierra 1500 4dr Crew Cab 5.5ft bed
325-horsepower 6.0L V8 4-speed automatic AWD
| GMC Sierra 1500 in Texas, United States Oct 2009 - Sep 2012 | |||
| Jun 2010113000 miUS $275 | Intermediate steering shaft failure - vibration and noise. | ||
| Oct 2011132000 miUS $200 | Replaced alternator. | ||
2004 GMC Sierra 1500 2dr Regular Cab 8ft bed
285-horsepower 4.8L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| GMC Sierra 1500 in Indiana, United States Sep 2010 - Aug 2017 | |||
| Oct 201045000 miUS $85 | left front wheel bearing frozen. | ||
| Jan 201154200 miUS $500 | water pump bearing squeeling loudly, replaced! | ||
| Apr 201454200 miUS $400 | Failed brake line at flex hose inside the engine compartment. Initially tried to repair myself. | ||
| Sep 201456000 miUS $290 | All of the metallic brake lines were severely corroded and leaking. Replaced. | ||
| Oct 201456000 miUS $97 | AC Drive-Belt tensioner failure | ||
| Sep 201556000 miUS $60 | Replaced the fan blower resister module. First reported this fan issue in 2011, the fan ran in "Speed 4" but not speed 1, 2, nor 3. Finally repaired it in 9/2015. (Pretty speedy work, huh?) | ||
| Dec 201556000 miUS $1000 | Brake lines leaking due to heavy corrosion, replaced brake lines (additional brake line failures since first repair trip) | ||
| Apr 201656000 miUS $125 | Dashboard control stopped controlling the hvac system, replaced the module. Truck won't start, tried to charge battery, battery would not hold charge. Replaced battery. | ||
| May 201656000 miUS $325 | Shop replaced driver side heater-damper-door motor. | ||
| Jun 201656000 miUS $95 | All of the instrument panel gauges ceased to operate. Mailed the gauge assembly assembly to a shop where they installed all new stepper motors. | ||
| Sep 201657000 miUS $22 | The right rear caliper bolts (caliper bracket to truck bolts, 2 ea.) one was missing, one was finger tight. | ||
2004 GMC Sierra 1500 2dr Regular Cab 6.5ft bed
295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
| GMC Sierra 1500 in Washington, United States Aug 2005 - Sep 2018 | |||
| Sep 20057500 mi | Dealer lubricated intermediate steering shaft to "remedy" clunk. | ||
| Dec 200614000 miUS $125 | Replaced intermediate steering shaft with new unit. | ||
| Feb 201062000 mi | Complete transmission overhaul Replace instrument cluster due to failure. Covered under manufacturers extended warantee. | ||
| Jul 201178000 miUS $225 | Replaced failed audio system, including speakers. Replaced steering wheel audio and computer control switches. | ||
| Feb 2014102000 miUS $450 | Turned rotors, replaced pad, caliper hardware and calipers. Right rear caliper piston sticking. Turned rotors, replaced pad, caliper hardware and calipers. Right rear caliper piston sticking. | ||
| Jun 2016120000 miUS $385 | Faulty water pump to engine block gasket. Replaced water pump, thermostat and housing, 2 drive belts, upper and lower radiator hoses. | ||
| Nov 2016123000 miUS $150 | Replaced vapor canister vent valve. | ||
| Sep 2017132000 miUS $250 | Replaced vapor canister. | ||
| Sep 2018144000 miUS $541 | Replaced fuel tank pressure sensor. | ||
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