Engine Cooling System problems of the 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe

Two problems related to engine cooling system have been reported for the 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe based on all problems reported for the 2004 Tahoe.

1 Engine Cooling System problem

Failure Date: 07/16/2011

Blower resistor caught fire inside of the vehicle on passenger side where it plugs into the front blower motor.

2 Engine Cooling System problem

Failure Date: 09/02/2008

2004 Tahoe, 79,000 miles. Engine overheated which could have caused fire if I had not noticed and stopped. Gm dealer says overheaing due to crack in cylinder head and confirmed TSB 06-06-01-019b (06/12/2007) applies to vehicle, which admits there is known manufacturing defect in certain cylinder heads which can cause engine coolant to leak internally causing overheating and potential engine failure. Dealer refuses to cover repair. I have pending complaint with gm customer service to pay for damage. I think this should be a recall as it can lead to overheating, engine failure and potential fire. There are multiple reports on internet of same problems by other owners.




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