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All cars · Chevrolet Tracker · 2004

2004 Chevrolet Tracker. Advanced data.

The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.

Lemon Index–100 = average car
Complaints6NHTSA, first 3 years

Complaints by system

SystemShare of complaints
Suspension33%
Transmission & drivetrain33%
Steering17%
Speed control17%
Equipment & accessories17%

One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.

Severity, all complaints

TotalCrashesFiresInjuriesDeathsTows
600000

As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.

NHTSA investigations

StatusSubjectOpenedClosed
ClosedFront suspension crossmember corrosion20062007

Manufacturer communications 351

Chevy filed 351 service communications for this car with NHTSA.

  • Squeal or squeak type noise from the front axle area during cold ambient temperatures

Safety equipment

Electronic stabilityForward collision warningLane departure warning
NoNoNo

Engines and drivetrains 2

EngineTransmissionDriveCity / hwy / combinedFuelFuel cost/yr
2.5L 6-cylAuto 4-spdRWD17 / 20 / 18Regular$3,450
2.5L 6-cylAuto 4-spd4Wheel or AWD17 / 20 / 18Regular$3,450

EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.

YouTube repair topics

200 videos about the 1999–2004 Chevrolet Tracker, 2.1M views.

TopicVideosViews
Heat, A/C & blend door485K
Fuel pump, filter & tank458K
Infotainment, battery & electrical454K
Brakes & ABS152K
No-start: theft light, key & ignition151K
Cooling system443K
Oil changes & service632K
Intake, EGR & engine sensors123K

Nearby model years

YearLemon IndexComplaintsSoldTop system
2001673752,368Engine
2002532342,212Brakes
2003942735,123Airbags
2004–6–Suspension

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.

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