Dashboard Failed problems of the 2004 GMC Envoy

15 problems related to dashboard failed have been reported for the 2004 GMC Envoy. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 09/25/2019

My dash panel gauges began failing one by one. My headlights will sometimes not come on after starting the car with the headlight switch on auto. A flick of the headlight switch in and off, does not make the headlights come on. Sometimes they come on after driving around, and then will go off without touching the switch. Now, my side brakelights will not operate correctly when the brake pedal is pressed. Only the third brake light illuminates.

2 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 08/10/2011

The contact owns a 2004 GMC Envoy. The contact stated that the fuel gauge malfunctioned and as a result, it was providing an erroneous full reading when the fuel tank was actually empty. The contact also mentioned that the speedometer and temperature gauge failed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 90,000.

3 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 10/05/2010

First my speedometer stopped registering a speed followed by the gas gauge going out. My radio goes in and out (more out than in), my sunroof started opening and closing on its own when turning the car on and off, and the roof leaks around where the visor is when it rains hard. I have seen many other consumers with these same problems and would really like to have these problems addressed by someone at GMC.

4 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 12/23/2009

Speedometer failed at 44,000 miles. Gas gauge misreads. Instrument cluster is being replace by GMC on other models with the same cluster but they decided not to replace the Envoys cluster. GMC knows that they have clusters that fail and have even been monetary reimbursement by other companies to replace but still do not replace for the Envoys.

5 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 08/06/2009

Faulty speedometer in 2004 GMC Envoy, bad steeper motors in all 6 gauges. Speedometer inaccurate, will go past 120mph, will affect tach eventually, all gauges will go bad. The problem is faulty steeper motors gm was supplied these by delphi electronics. Gm won a class action suit, why no relief to Envoy owners? this affects all 2003-2004 Envoys, they were included in the original service bulletin then removed? why no recall on these items gm is aware of this but as of today no action has been taken.

6 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2009

Dash gauges/ first the oil level gauge died, then the speedometer started acting up, it will say your going 200 mph, when your standing still. . . Then the speakers and the radio started acting up, work, don't work. . . Really concerned about speedometer, and if other gauges will follow suit.

7 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 05/24/2009

My vehicle's instrument cluster fails on a regular basis after checking into the situation with gm dealers there is a recall on the sierra's and yukons which have the same cluster as my vehicle but gm refuses to stand behind the defect on the Envoys. Parts have not been replaced yet on my vehicle hoping that gm will wake up and realize this is a common problem on the Envoys and that it requires attention. The issue occurs on a regular basis normally several times per month, after a few days the cluster will reset and work as normal but has been very frustrating to deal with. When problem occurs I have to use my gps navigator to tell what speed I am traveling. The cost of the replacement is approx. $650. 00.

8 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 11/26/2008

Speedometer quick working. Dealer diagnosed instrument cluster failure. Repair estimate for parts and labor in excess of $600. Potential loss of all gauges while driving prior to repair.

9 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 10/21/2008

My 2004 GMC Envoy speedometer and gas gauge has gone bad. It will not zero out and operates erratically.

10 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 10/04/2008

I have a 2004 GMC Envoy that the instrument cluster went bad on and the dealer want $900. 00 to repair. On the internet that there are alot of GMC SUV's with the same problem. I, as well, have been fighting with gm for replacement of the instrument panel on my 2004 Envoy. The car had 48k miles on it when the problem started, but it had 56k when it was taken to the dealership. It was required that I have the problem officially diagnosed, which cost me $85. I was assured that I would get that amount credited toward the fix. Scheduled to get yet another update call from gm tomorrow. Shortly after I paid out the $85 and sent them my information, I received both an email and a phone call saying "sorry, we can't offer any assistance". I called them right back to escalate it further. I'm pushing it as far as I can. The representative told me that there haven't been enough complaints with the Envoys yet, although she admitted that there have been a lot, and because of this obvious problem, the cases would be handled on an individual basis at this point. What more proof do we need?.

11 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 08/23/2008

This past weekend 08-23-08 and 08-24-08. The analog dash cluster went out on my 2004 gms Envoy. When it went out I mean completely out no tach, speed or and or the gauges worked. This happened while I was driving. I took the vehicle to the dealership right away. It was checked and confirmed that the dash cluster was not getting any power. This can be a safety hazard for the reason being if it where to happen while driving like it did to me. It could be a contributing factor in an accident. Not know how fast one is going can be very dangerous. There is a new dash cluster on order which should be installed by Wednesday 08-27-08.

12 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 01/17/2008

Speedometer cluster failure. I know of 3 cluster failures in the last 4 months. That's just my neighbor and my sister and myself. This is a 500. 00 repair and I'm sure that this can't be isolated occurrences.

13 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 01/15/2008

Speedometer was on 80mps everytime I started the car, I would turn the motor off sever times to bring it down about 5mps, until that quite working completely. My sister-in-law had the same problem with hers at the same time I did. Well, I went to get my fixed they said it wasn't covered under a warrenty and the cost was high at the time so I had to barrow a gps system to use to clock my speed. Then the gas gauge went out. Would have to wait until my gas light came on to let me know when I was running lowand when I would put gas in my car, I would have to try and start it 3-4 times before it would start. My car is in the shop today, and after alot of research I notice alot of people have the same problem, and GMC does not want to take no credit for their error.

14 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2007

All gauges fail then turn back on, warning bell continues to ring dashboard goes through system check and bell goes off at each check, such as unknown driver, door ajar,ect. Gauges may go dead and come back to live several times within a short trip. When gauges work the alarm bell continues to ring even when driving.

15 Dashboard Failed problem

Failure Date: 07/26/2007

Right after purchasing. Engine light has been on. Purchased in June/2006, with 40,000miles. 1yr after the rpm gauge quit working, right afterwards,the fuel gauge started messing up, going back & forth,then went out completely, battery/oil gauges are out now. The seat belt lights/airbag lights bing constantly & does not tighten up when put on brakes. When this happens the check gauges light comes on, and at the same time I have difficulty getting it in gear. I am also having trouble setting my cruise control.



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