2004 Chevrolet Avalanche brakes problems
Owners reported brakes problems in 44 complaints for the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche, 22% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 44 22% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 71,000 miles 43 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 2 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When brakes problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 2 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 5 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 10 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 9 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 3 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 1 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 6 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 2 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 3 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 2 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 43 brakes complaints that report mileage, the median is about 71,000 miles, and 40% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 2 crashes.
What owners wrote
Driving in heavy traffic on I 95 south on the way to vacation, brakes failed when I attempted to slow down. I rear ended another vehicle. Had truck in shop for week and found several problems with lines and 2 leaks. I heard that there is a known metal defect with 2001-2004 brake lines. I can't find any recall information.
Dt*: the contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, a braking situation occured, and extra effort was needed to stop the vehicle. The brake pedal went all the way to the floor. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic shop, where the mechanic stated that the master cylinder is at fault. There were no repairs made. There is a NHTSA recall # 04v045000. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Other problems reported for the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
- Electrical system 61 complaints