general problems of the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche

11 problems related to vehicle speed control have been reported for the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 11/22/2016

I was driving home after picking my grandaughter up from school I was doing approxomitally 55 mph and my truck came to almost a complete stop my engine light came on and panel stated throttle reduction or something to that affect I checked fluids and belts and restarted truck because I was halfway in road at busy time of day I then attempted to drive to safe spot and called for help the truck then ran great that eve truck did same thing went to shop and and had checked out it was the fuel actuater control motor circuit at this time I have not had it repaired this is a dagerous malfunction im am very lucky that I was not hit by other traffic due to no warning of almost coming to a complete stop in busy traffic I received a few fingers waved at me and I dont think it meant was num 1 lol.

2 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 09/30/2016

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500. While driving approximately 50 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the reduce engine speed message appeared on the instrument panel. The vehicle lost speed and the contact coasted the vehicle to the shoulder. The engine was idle and would not accelerate. The contact engaged in gear and started driving, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to the house. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic. The throttle actuator control module failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 113,000.

3 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 11/04/2014

I was driving on the interstate when I noticed that my speed would not go over 35mph. I did not notice this beforehand because the speed limit was 35mph up until I needed to accelerate to highway speeds. I noticed that no matter what I did, or how fast I was going, the speedometer would not read above 35mph. Needless to say that this made my trip to the airport rather stressful as I had no idea how fast I was going. I could only pace with other cars and hoped they weren't going too fast. I have read that this has been an ongoing problem with the Avalanche with not just the speedometer but also the rest of the gauges on the cluster. It would be really nice if gm/Chevrolet would address this issue and make a recall for it. Ever since this incident, it's been randomly breaking. If I stop and restart the vehicle, sometimes it works as normal. However sometimes I'm just not sure and this lack of trust with the gauges could end up being a serious problem.

4 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 08/30/2013

My trucks speedometer cluster does not work and wont work. Its stays at 0 mph.

5 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 11/21/2011

Driving north on 95 at 70 mph . . Noticed tach was a 6000 rpm's. And speed was 0 mph . . . Pulled over shut down truck. . . Restarted . . Same results. . . Trucked seemed 2 run fine. . . So procceded home . . . With no speedometer. . . And a tach stuck at 6000. . . Googled trouble shooting. . . Avalanche. . . And here I am . . . Recall site . . . I love this truck. . . Can u fix it 4 me. . . . . Thank you. . . Mark palmer.

6 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 09/20/2011

The vehicle's speedometer was sticking for about 5 miles. Then, the vehicle's speedometer stopped on 60 mph permanently. The speedometer has been stuck at 60 mph and poses a signifcant safety hazard. Also, several other owners have had the same issues with this model 1500 series Chevrolet pick-up truck.

7 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2008

Was driving at a rate I thought was around 65-70 mph but got pulled over for going 84 mph. I explained to the officer I was only going about 68 mph. He then showed me the radar gun and it said 84mph. When I went back to my truck I noticed my gauge was stuck on 18mph I showed the officer and luckily he told me ha had the same problem with his chevy truck and let me off with just a warning. To make things worse all gauges don't work now. I've read some messages online and some people said they got letters to rapair this problem. I've been the only owner of this truck since may 2004 and never received anything about this problem. I believe gm should repair the problem because it's a big safety issue. Please help. Thank you.

8 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2007

The cluster on a 2004 Avalanche chev is broken. The speedometer is malfunctioning on a daily basis. I'm doing 30mph in the city, the speedometer reads 65mph; I'm doing 65mph on I-75, the speedometer reads over 100mph.

9 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 02/08/2007

Speedometer malfunctioned.

10 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 12/31/2006

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. The speedometer would register abnormal miles per hour. The failure and current mileage was 68,000. The dealer was aware that the problem existed. The vehicle has not be repaired.

11 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 12/09/2006

I have a 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500, the speedometer has quit working, and the tachometer works intermittently. Periodically the speedometer will move, but not show an accurate speed. Currently it is stuck at 0 mph. There are many complaints on the internet about this same issue. Is anything being discussed with gm to rectify this situation, as their response so far is to tell consumers are on their own with y the dealer.


Other Vehicle Speed Control related problems of the 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche

Vehicle Speed Control problems
11
Speedometer/odometer Failure problems
2
Cruise Control problems
1

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