2004 Chevrolet Colorado Switch Problems
- 25
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 25 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake lights · 27 records
- cruise control · 12 records
- brake light · 8 records
- light switch · 7 records
- exterior lighting · 6 records
- lighting brake · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 10 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Switch
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet colorado. While driving 35 mph, the contact was informed by another driver that the rear brake lights were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the brake light switch was replaced. Prior to the failure, the vehicle had been repaired at the dealer for recall 06v139000 (exterior lighting: brake lights: switch). The current and failure mileages were…
ODI 10359471
Electrical System · Switch
I replaced a second brake light switch. First one was replaced under recall. Dealer said no open recalls for my vehicle. I had to pay out of pocket. Since this is only a $10 part, it's not the price but the safety issue. I have filed a complaint with you on this same issue on 12/16/2005 - (please refer to odi number 10145757). Again i don't know how long this switch was defective, but i have noticed other vehicles…
ODI 10358489
Electrical System · Switch
I have a 2004 chevy colorado, and this past week the brake light switch went out and caused my brake lights and cruise control to not function. My mechanic informed me that there was recall 09v310000 to address this issue. When i called my local dealer, they said that the recall was already filled in 2007 by the previous owner, and they could not help me. When i called gm corporate office, they said that due to the…
ODI 10342671
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet colorado. The contact stated the brake lights were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where the contact was informed that the brake light switch would need to be replaced. There were no prior warnings and the vehicle was not serviced. The current and failure mileages were 84,000.
ODI 10336230
Electrical · Exterior Lighting · Switch
All brake lamps failed to illuminate. Recall # 06v139000, gm replaced brake lamp switch assembly. Failed after recall repair completed. *tr
ODI 10339584
Switch
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet colorado. The contact was informed by another driver, that the brake switch failed and the brake lights were inoperative. He checked the fuses and the bulbs which seemed to be fully functional. He read related recalls (06v139000 & 09v310000) since they were related to his failure. The dealer confirmed that his vin was not included. He called the manufacturer and was also told…
ODI 10311247
Switch
Dt*: the contact stated although there were no previous problems with the brake lights, there was a nhtsa recall, #06v139000 on the vehicle regarding the exterior lighting:brake lights:switch. The parts needed to repair the vehicle were not available at two local dealerships. The manufacturer was not alerted.
ODI 10176035
Switch
Dt*: the contact stated the brake lamp switch was defective causing both brake lights to fail. There was a recall # 06v139000 regarding the exterior lighting:brake lights:switch. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin. The vehicle has not been to a service dealer to verify the defect or address the issue.
ODI 10174200
Cruise Control · Switch
Dt*: the contact stated the brake lights and cruise control quit working suddenly without warning. There was a nhtsa recall, # 06v139000, regarding the exterior lighting: brake lights: switch. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the vin.
ODI 10167802
Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet colorado. The contact stated that the brake light switch was replaced numerous times for a recurring failure. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 09v310000 (exterior lighting: brake lights: switch). The dealer replaced the switch under the recall but every 20,000 miles, the switch would fail again. The ac resistor wires were melted, causing the air conditioner to…
Fire reported
ODI 10424218
Switch
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 45 mph, the break lights failed to illuminate. Upon further inspection by the contact, the interior lights failed to illuminate and the cruise control failed to engage. The service dealer and manufacturer were notified, and the contact was informed by the manufacturer the vehicle was not included in recall #06v139000 due to the vin.
ODI 10166845
Switch
Brake lights & cruise control quit working as described in nhtsa recall 06v139000 and gm recall 06030. Dealer did not repair under recall because the vin # did not match recall database. I think gm needs to expand recall to all who experience this problem. *jb
ODI 10168094
12v/24v/48v Battery · Switch
Soon after new vehicle purchase in 1/04, cruise control periodically became inoperative. I do know if the brake lights were also inoperative. Dealer could not duplicate the malfunction and did not diagnose a problem. This problem occurred approximately 5 times over the next 2.5 years. Recently, the cruise control became inoperative again, as well as the rear brake lights. I took the vehicle to the dealer and…
ODI 10164854
Switch
Dt*: the contact stated the brake light on the vehicle is defective. The contact expressed there is a recall that addresses the defect. However, the chevrolet manufacturer determined the recall did not exist.
ODI 10163346
Switch
This is exactly the problem i am experiencing with my vehicle, yet after contacting them by phone, gm denies that there is a recall addressing the problem. I have not received a recall notice about the problem from gm. 2004 chevrolet colorado ls z85 select different vehicle 1 recall notice these recall notices may not apply to all vehicles. Please contact your dealer for more details or contact the national highway…
ODI 10161654
Cruise Control · Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet colorado. The brake lights and cruise control have both failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and repaired according to recall #06v139000 (exterior lighting:brake lights:switch). The failure resurfaced, but she was ineligible for a free remedy. She was awaiting a response from the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 63,200.
ODI 10289086
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Switch
Tl* - the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet colorado. The contact was driving 35 to 4o mph while attempting to stop the vehicle and the brakes made a sound like metal grinding on metal. While coming to a stop in 2006 she had to pump the brakes. As a result ,there was no grinding ,but the dealer said the anti lock brake system was defective. The dealer said that if she purchased a warranty they would repair the brakes at…
ODI 10177773
Cruise Control · Switch · Tail Lights
I was almost rear ended today and the driver behind me came up to my window and told me that i had no brake lights, not even the center light. I have also noticed that i have no cruise control. The bulbs are new. I called the dealership and asked them if they have seen this problem and they said they haven't seen it on the colorado. I checked the internet and found several other owners who have experienced the same…
ODI 10151650
Switch
2004 colorado cruise control switch and brake lights was inoperable. Mechanic replaced the faulty brake switch which took care of the problem at the time. *ts ***nar*** after the above repair the consumer was notified that the brake lights had failed again. He also noticed that the cruise control has also ceased to function. The vehicle was taken back tot he dealer to be inspected. Again the problem was diagnosed as…
ODI 10154077
Switch
Chevy colorado i had my truck for about 1 year. I had actually almost got killed on the highway due to the lights being out. *brake lights* . This is happening to many people i talk to. I think chevy needs to get there stuff together before people get killed and hurt over a relay switch not working properly. *nm
ODI 10146553
Switch
A friend who happened to be driving behind me made me aware of the fact that i had absolutely no brake lights. I have no idea as to the length of time that i have been driving around in this unsafe condition. I have had other vehicles tailgate me on several occasions, now i know why. Although i am entering dec 16 05 as the incident date, this is the date it was first brought to my attention. I have no idea as to how…
ODI 10145757
Switch
Was driving and was told by a passing vehicle that my brake lights were out, and when i asked which one , they replied all of them. Cruise control also would not work. Dealer fixed it saying the brake light switch was the cause. *nm
ODI 10152699
Switch
I was pulled over by a police officer telling me that i had no brake lights. I had just previously changed the bulbs, so i searched for alternate problems and located the recall no. 06v139000. I contacted my dealer and they told me that my vin # does not match the recall order. I contacted chevy owner support and they told me the same thing, that they could not find a recall for my vin # and there was nothing in the…
ODI 10171748
Switch
The brake light switch has failed after owning car for two weeks. *jb
ODI 10145673
Switch
Brake lights have failed four times in 18 months. All dealer does is replace switch. The first time they failed i noticed 2 vehicles nearly rear ending me. Then someone told me i had no brake lights. Now i know brake lights are out when cruise control quits working. Gm wants to give $2,500 to trade vehicle but shouldn't they be required to fix problem. I can't trade without discussing this problem reducing my trade…
ODI 10143970