2004 GMC Envoy XL 370 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 8, 2016 · 7 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Envoy XL 370 years
Not enough data 2nd of 5 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 GMC Envoy XL 370. That ranks 2nd out of 5 Envoy XL 370 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (3 complaints, 43%), typically at around 73,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2004 GMC Envoy XL 370 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System3 · ~73,000 mi
Exterior Lighting2 · ~177,687 mi
Fuel/propulsion System2 · ~137,844 mi
Engine and Engine Cooling1
Structure1 · ~177,687 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System343%73,000——
Exterior Lighting229%177,687——
Fuel/propulsion System229%137,844——
Engine and Engine Cooling114%———
Structure114%177,687——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2015, with 3 complaints
2008: 1200812014: 2201422015: 3201532016: 120161

n = 7 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2004 GMC Envoy XL 370 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2004 GMC Envoy XL 370.

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NHTSA defect investigations

  • Fuel pump module leaks gasoline (EA07009) — opened Jul 10, 2007, closed Aug 28, 2008.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy xl 370. While driving at various speeds, the left turn signal, headlights, and tail lights failed to operate. In addition, the fuel pump made an abnormal noise after the vehicle was started. The failure recurred numerous times. The contact stated that the trunk…

Structure · received Apr 8, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10854328

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy xl 370. While driving at 25 mph, the gauges failed, the battery warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted and the battery warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the…

Electrical System · received Sep 18, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10765110

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 gmc envoy xl 370. The contact stated that all the gauges on the instrument panel failed to provide a reading level. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure…

Electrical System · received Apr 8, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10704442

2004 gmc envoy xl (98000 miles) fuel tank inlet check valve fractures causing fuel to leak from tank. Potential fire or explosion due to crack in tank gmc recall but not for my vin# since this is an apparent flaw in tank it should be fixed by gm it will cost me over $1500 for replacement of…

Fuel/propulsion System · received Apr 3, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10703647

While driving with passengers in car, smoke started to come from the floor area in the back seat area. Immediately drove car to a car service shop to have inspected to determine where smoke was coming from. The car technician was unable to determine where the smoke was coming from other than from…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Aug 21, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10626947

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 GMC Envoy XL 370?

Owners most often report electrical system, exterior lighting, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2004 GMC Envoy XL 370?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2004 GMC Envoy XL 370 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Envoy XL 370 model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.