2004 Chevrolet Venture: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2004 Chevrolet Venture: 3 recalls, 124 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 2 equipment/tire recalls that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #04V177000 · 2004 · 31,301 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain minivans fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 213, "child restraint systems." these vehicles do not have text and formatting on the warning label attached to the available second-row integral child restraint as specified by amendments to the standard.
Why it matters:
The fix: Owners will be provided with replacement labels and installation instructions. Owner notification began on July 23, 2004. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #04V597000 · 2004 · 717,302 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain minivans equipped with second-row bucket seats or captain's chairs and a power sliding door on the passenger side of the vehicle, a passenger using the interior handle to open the power sliding door could be injured.
Why it matters: If a passenger uses the interior handle to open the power sliding door and holds onto the handle while it is being opened by the motor, the passenger's arm May be pushed into the seat back or armrest and a wrist or lower arm injury May result.
The fix: Dealers will replace the power sliding door interior handle on the passenger-side. If the vehicle is equipped with a power or manual sliding door on the driver-side, the interior handle will also be replaced for appearance reasons.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #07V349000 · 2007 · 20,594 vehicles
What's wrong: On certain vehicles, variations in the manufacturing process or exposure to high ambient temperatures May lead to fracture of the fuel tank inlet check valve (icv).
Why it matters: A fracture May allow fuel vapors to pass through and allow droplets of fuel to accumulate on the side of the fuel tank. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall will be mailed in two phases with the first phase beginning on December 4, 2007. The second phase will be mailed on December 13, 2007.
2 aftermarket equipment / tire recalls replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Fuel system (other) Equipment recall #07E021000 · 2007 · 742 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, p/nos. Fp10020-11b1, fp10026-11b1, and fp10027-11b1, sold after January 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. The universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an o'ring and retainer.
Why it matters: Fuel May leak, possibly resulting in a fire.
The fix: Delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2007. Owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.
Steering Equipment recall #09E005000 · 2009 · 979 vehicles
What's wrong: 697-902 and 697-903, sold under dorman's "oe solutionstm" brand name, and napa p/nos. 7-8502 and 7-8503 which were sold for replacement use on the various vehicles listed above. A potential material or design defect could result in the steering knuckle breaking in the hub area.
Why it matters: A broken steering knuckle could result in loss of steering control and a possible crash without warning.
The fix: Dorman will notify owners and replace the defective steering knuckles free of charge and reimburse the repair facility or owner for labor. The recall began on February 23, 2009.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 21 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (37): the most common themes are electrical failure (4), door / lock issues (3), stalls / loses power (2).
- Body & structure (21): the most common themes are door / lock issues (18).
- Latches & locks (12): the most common themes are door / lock issues (12).
- Engine & cooling (9): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (5), overheating (3), warning light on (2).
The 2004 Chevrolet Venture has 124 owner complaints, ranking #8 of 10 Venture model years for complaints (well below the 234 average). Complaints peaked in 2004 (20 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 65,675 miles. Neighboring years: 2003 (185 complaints, 5 recalls), 2005 (42 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.4 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.4 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2004 Chevrolet Venture have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2004 Chevrolet Venture, plus 2 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2004 Chevrolet Venture problems?
Owners have filed 124 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (37), body & structure (21), latches & locks (12).
What gas mileage does the 2004 Chevrolet Venture get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.4 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2004 Chevrolet Venture repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.