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2004 Chevrolet S-10 4WD Crew Cab LS

The 2004 Chevrolet S-10 4WD Crew Cab LS is a 190-hp 4.3-liter V6 pickup truck with a 4-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $25,330 MSRP.

It makes 190 horsepower at 4,400 rpm and 250 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 18 mpg highway.

The S-10 measures 205.3 inches long on a 122.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,083 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypePickup
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$25,330 ($43,580 *)
Engine
Engine Type4.3L V6
Displacement4.3 L
Horsepower190 hp @ 4,400 rpm
Torque250 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive Type4WD (part-time)
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City14 MPG
Highway18 MPG
Tank Capacity17 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front15.0 in
Wheels Rear15.0 in
Tires FrontP235/70R15
Tires RearP235/70R15
Dimensions & Weight
Length205.3 in
Width67.9 in
Height63.4 in
Wheelbase122.9 in
Ground Clearance7.5 in
Curb Weight4,083 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Chevrolet S10. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 11, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.

Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.

NHTSA campaign 09E025000

Jul 17, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING

CERTAIN AJ MOTORSPORT COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: AJ MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AJ MOTORSPORT AT 626-618-2026.

NHTSA campaign 06E065000

Mar 18, 2004 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION."

Consequence: SOME OF THESE VEHICLES INCLUDE INCORRECT STATEMENTS ON ONE OF THE AIR BAG WARNING LABELS.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH CORRECT LABELS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 OR GMC AT 1-866-996-9463.

NHTSA campaign 04V132000

21 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2004 Chevrolet S10

Owner Complaints

21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Chevrolet S10 (1 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Service Brakes5
Hydraulic4
Air Bags3
Electrical System3
Structure3
Visibility3
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Dec 29, 2020 · Steering, Air Bags, Service Brakes
“THE SERVICE AIR BAGS IS STUCK ON ALSO THE SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM WONT GO OFF.”
Aug 2, 2018 · Suspension, Air Bags
“THE AIRBAG LIGHT CONTINUE TO BLINK OFF AND ON.”
Mar 14, 2016 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“THE FUEL TANK ON MY TRUCK HAS CRACKED WHERE THE INLET TUBE CONNECTS TO THE TANK , CAUSING A FUEL LEAK. THERE IS A RECALL BY CHEVROLET FOR THE SAME CONDITION ON 2004 CHEVROLET TAHOE WITH THE PLASTIC…”
Nov 20, 2012 · Structure
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CHEVROLET S10. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LIFT GATE COLLAPSED ABNORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CABLES WERE FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE LIFT GATE TO STRIKE THE BUMPERS…”
Oct 3, 2012 · Electrical System
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 CHEVROLET S-10. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO REMOVE AND REINSERT THE FUSE IN ORDER TO BE ABLE TO RESTART THE…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2004 CHEVROLET S10. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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