Chevrolet Recall 04V-320: Power train – column shift

Affected: 2004 Chevrolet Express, 2004 GMC Savana. Filed with NHTSA on July 6, 2004, covering about 1,792 vehicles.

The problem

Certain vans were built with a transmission shift cable assembly that May separate. If the cable assembly separates, the transmission shift lever position and the transmission indicator May no longer correlate.

The risk

If this were to occur, the vehicle could move in a direction not anticipated by the driver, which could result in a vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the transmission shift cable assembly, and if necessary, replace it. The recall began on August 19, 2004. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign04V-320 (04V320000)
Manufacturer number04061
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentPower train › Automatic transmission › Lever and linkage › Column shift
Report dateJuly 6, 2004
Owners notifiedAugust 19, 2004
Vehicles affected1,792
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 04V-320 repair free?

Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the transmission shift cable assembly, and if necessary, replace it. The recall began on August 19, 2004. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,792 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.