Does the 2004 Chevrolet S10 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Chevrolet S10, the most recent reported on March 18, 2004 (Equipment: other, labels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Chevrolet S10?

Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes, hydraulic (4 complaints), followed by air bags (3).

How many 2004 Chevrolet S10 complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 21 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2004 Chevrolet S10 recalls and problems

1 recall and 21 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Chevrolet S10.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2004 Chevrolet S10 recalls

Equipment: other, labels

NHTSA campaign 04V132000 · reported March 18, 2004 · GENERAL MOTORS CORP. · 183,922 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
The risk: Some of these vehicles include incorrect statements on one of the air bag warning labels.
The fix: Owners will be provided with correct labels and installation instructions. Owner notification began on june 4, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or gmc at 1-866-996-9463.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Service brakes, hydraulic4
Air bags3
Electrical system3
Structure3
Visibility3
Power train2
Steering2
Suspension2
Engine and engine cooling1
Exterior lighting1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Dec 29, 2020 · Air bags · 139,000 miles
THE SERVICE AIR BAGS IS STUCK ON ALSO THE SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM WONT GO OFF.

Aug 2, 2018 · Air bags · 100,000 miles
THE AIRBAG LIGHT CONTINUE TO BLINK OFF AND ON.

Mar 14, 2016 · Fuel/propulsion system · 149,450 miles
THE FUEL TANK ON MY TRUCK HAS CRACKED WHERE THE INLET TUBE CONNECTS TO THE TANK , CAUSING A FUEL LEAK. THERE IS A RECALL BY CHEVROLET FOR THE SAME CONDITION ON 2004 CHEVROLET TAHOE WITH THE PLASTIC TANK. GENERAL MOTORS HAS DISCONTINUED THE TANK FOR REPLACEMENT AND WILL NOT VERIFY THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THIS TANK…

Nov 20, 2012 · Structure · 75,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CHEVROLET S10. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LIFT GATE COLLAPSED ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CABLES WERE FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE LIFT GATE TO STRIKE THE BUMPERS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN ANY RECALL…

Oct 3, 2012 · Electrical system
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CHEVROLET S-10. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO REMOVE AND REINSERT THE FUSE IN ORDER TO BE ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS UNSURE WHAT THE EXACT FUSE WAS THAT WAS BEING REMOVED CONSTANTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT…

S10 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2001	1	308	20	6
2002	0	214	17	2
2003	1	178	16	1
2004	1	21	1	1
2006	0	1	0	0

Across all years, the 2000 S10 has the most complaints (470). All Chevrolet S10 years →

Questions

Does the 2004 Chevrolet S10 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Chevrolet S10, the most recent reported on March 18, 2004 (Equipment: other, labels). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Chevrolet S10?: Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is service brakes, hydraulic (4 complaints), followed by air bags (3).
How many 2004 Chevrolet S10 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 21 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received December 29, 2020.