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2004 Chevrolet Avalanche

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

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6 current

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Fuel, a year

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Not rated by NRCan

Recalls

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Heater And Defroster

Transport Canada recall 2011074 · manufacturer campaign 11046

21 February 2011

Transport Canada lists: Avalanche 2003–2006 · Silverado 2003–2007 · Suburban 2003–2006 · Tahoe 2003–2006 · and 3 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the interface between the electrical terminals of the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) blower relay resistor module and the wiring connector (which powers the module) may be incapable of conducting higher current levels for sustained periods of operation. In addition, moisture and other contaminants (such as road de-icing materials) may enter the fresh air intake plenum and contact the internal circuit of the module or corrode the terminals. These conditions may cause the relay resistor module or wiring connector to overheat, causing various symptoms such as: the HVAC blower may not function on certain or all blower speed settings; a burning-plastic smell or smoke may be present in the vehicle, or; the HVAC blower may run continually with the ignition in the OFF position. These warning signs could, in certain instances, be leading indicators of an impending vehicle fire, which could result in property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Owners will be provided with additional warranty coverage for the blower motor resistor module/wiring connector overheating condition. Under this "special warranty coverage", should this condition occur within 10 years or 240,000 km from first vehicle registration, dealers will install a replacement blower motor resistor and resistor module connector.

190,310 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety TC

Fuel System

Transport Canada recall 2006195 · manufacturer campaign 06080

4 August 2006

Transport Canada lists: Avalanche 2004–2006 · Kodiak 4500 2006 · Kodiak 5500 2006 · Silverado 2004–2006 · and 5 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper. If the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip.

1,485 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2005119 · manufacturer campaign 05037

25 April 2005

Transport Canada lists: Escalade 2003–2005 · Avalanche 2003–2005 · Silverado 2003–2005 · Suburban 2003–2005 · and 5 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the 2nd row centre occupant seat belt routing may make it difficult to position the lap portion of the safety belt low around the hips of occupants. A lap portion of the seat belt routing that is not low and snug on the hips can allow unfavourable occupant kinetics in the event of a crash. Moreover, the higher routing allows the lap belt to ride up on an occupant's abdomen instead of fitting low around their hipbones, and therefore, can expose them to more risk of abdominal and internal organ injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will modify the guide loop.

73,473 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2005033 · manufacturer campaign 05006

15 February 2005

Transport Canada lists: Avalanche 2004–2005 · Express 2004–2005 · Kodiak 4500 2004–2005 · Kodiak 5500 2004–2005 · and 8 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the hydraulic brake booster's pressure accumulator may crack and/or separate from the Hydro-Boost assembly during normal vehicle operating conditions. If a separation occurred and the hood of the vehicle was open, fragments from the accumulator could cause injury to people in the immediate area. In addition, the presence of this crack or fractured surface could allow the hydraulic fluid to leak from the accumulator circuit of the booster assembly. The loss of fluid would cause increased steering and braking effort.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will test and, if necessary, replace the Hydro-Boost assembly.

5,014 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Other

Transport Canada recall 2004102 · manufacturer campaign 04007

18 March 2004

Transport Canada lists: Escalade 2002–2004 · Avalanche 2002–2004 · Silverado 2000–2004 · Sierra 2000–2004

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the galvanized-braided-steel tailgate support cables used to support the tailgate in the full open (horizontal) position can corrode over time and fracture when loads are applied to them. Tailgate support cable corrosion may not be visible because of the plastic sheathing covering the cable. If one cable fractured, the remaining cable may retain the tailgate in a horizontal position. If the remaining cable was weakened by corrosion, it could fracture within moments of the first cable fracture. If both cables fractured, the tailgate would suddenly drop approximately 10 degrees and strike the top surface of the rear bumper. If anyone is sitting or standing on the horizontal surface of the tailgate when both cables fracture, they could fall and be injured. On vehicles without a rear bumper, the tailgate may drop to a lower position.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the existing galvanized support cables with stainless steel support cables.

301,974 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety TC

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2004037 · manufacturer campaign 04004

29 January 2004

Transport Canada lists: Escalade 2003–2004 · Avalanche 2003–2004 · Express 2003–2004 · Silverado 2003–2004 · and 7 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the relief valve o-ring seal within the brake hydro-boost module could fail. If this happens during braking applications, the driver may be able to hear an engine compartment noise similar to the sound that occurs when the steering wheel is turned to a full stop position. The driver could also experience a slight increase in steering efforts while braking and parking. Under certain driving conditions, a slight increase in the applied brake pedal effort may be required to achieve the same vehicle deceleration rate as prior to the seal failure.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the hydro-boost module, and replace it, if necessary.

4,075 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

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Common questions

Does the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 6 recalls on record for the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.