Chevrolet Express problems by model year

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 101 owner complaints and 32 recalls on file for the Chevrolet Express (2005–2026). The 2017 Express has the most serious complaints, most often about brakes.

Complaints: 101
Recalls: 32
Model years: 21
Worst year: 2017

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per Chevrolet Express model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Chevrolet Express years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

2017 Chevrolet Express — 14 complaints; top problem: Brakes

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2010 (1 complaints).

Every Chevrolet Express model year

Year	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Injuries	Recalls	Top problem
2026 Express	0	0	0	0	3	—
2025 Express	0	0	0	0	4	—
2024 Express	1	0	0	0	0	Engine
2023 Express	2	0	0	0	1	Steering
2021 Express	13	1	1	1	2	Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2020 Express	17	1	0	0	1	Transmission & Drivetrain
2019 Express	7	1	0	1	4	Transmission & Drivetrain
2018 Express	7	0	1	0	6	Transmission & Drivetrain
2017 Express	14	0	0	0	6	Brakes
2016 Express	6	0	2	0	6	Brakes
2015 Express	1	0	0	0	3	Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2014 Express	5	0	0	0	7	Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2013 Express	2	0	0	0	8	Brakes
2012 Express	5	2	0	2	6	Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2011 Express	2	0	0	0	5	Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
2010 Express	1	0	0	0	5	Airbags
2009 Express	2	0	0	0	5	Acceleration & Cruise Control
2008 Express	1	0	0	0	2	Engine
2007 Express	6	0	0	0	0	Lighting
2006 Express	2	0	0	0	0	Electrical System
2005 Express	7	0	0	1	0	Brakes

Most common Chevrolet Express problem areas (all years)

Brakes
28 complaints
Transmission & Drivetrain
21 complaints
Electrical System
14 complaints
Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
13 complaints
Airbags
11 complaints
Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
9 complaints
Wheels & Tires
7 complaints
Body & Structure
7 complaints
Engine
7 complaints
Steering
4 complaints

Complaint trend

Complaints about the Chevrolet Express received by NHTSA each month.

Chevrolet Express recalls

Recall 26V399000Jun 23, 202626,541 vehiclesModel years 2025–2026
Risk: A loose nut that separates from the steering gear assembly while driving can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 26V345000May 28, 2026232 vehiclesModel years 2026
Risk: Inaccurate gear selection may result in unexpected vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 26V127000Mar 5, 2026857 vehiclesModel years 2025–2026
Risk: A tire with sidewall damage may experience sudden air loss or driver loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 25V299000May 8, 202532 vehiclesModel years 2025
Risk: An improperly welded head restraint can result in an increased risk of injury to the seat occupant during a crash.
Recall 25V087000Feb 13, 202582 vehiclesModel years 2025
Risk: An improperly welded door impact beam may not adequately protect occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 24V839000Nov 7, 202477,824 vehiclesModel years 2023
Risk: Rear wheel lock-up or moving in an unintended direction can increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 21V189000Mar 18, 202110,154 vehiclesModel years 2021
Risk: A short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Recall 21V115000Feb 25, 202133,838 vehiclesModel years 2018–2021
Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V644000Sep 6, 201991,399 vehiclesModel years 2019
Risk: Without the seatbelt warning reminder, the driver may forget to fasten the seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Recall 19V428000Jun 11, 2019325 vehiclesModel years 2017–2019
Risk: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V387000May 23, 20191,159 vehiclesModel years 2016–2019
Risk: Tempered glass increases the risk of injury in the event of a side impact or rollover crash.
Recall 18V655000Sep 21, 201830,448 vehiclesModel years 2016–2018
Risk: If the CCM overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire in the vehicle's headliner.
Recall 18V509000Aug 2, 201894 vehiclesModel years 2018
Risk: If the low tire pressure telltale is not illuminated at the correct tire pressure, the driver may have less time to react to a low-tire-pressure situation, which could affect the driver's ability to control the vehicle in certain situations and could increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 18V295000May 3, 2018207,483 vehiclesModel years 2014–2017
Risk: High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
Recall 18V267000Apr 26, 20186,154 vehiclesModel years 2009–2018
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Recall 16V700000Sep 29, 201640 vehiclesModel years 2016–2017
Risk: If the driver does not have a clear unobstructed view to the back of the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 16V184000Apr 1, 2016321 vehiclesModel years 2014–2016
Risk: Without a TPMS, the driver would not be alerted if one or more tires became under inflated. Driving with under inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
Recall 13V544000Oct 30, 20151,808 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014
Risk: Text that does not conform to the required labeling size could inhibit fuel tank inspection practices and safe refueling, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 14V614000Oct 1, 2014106,307 vehiclesModel years 2014
Risk: If the module experiences an electrical short, the vehicle could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 14V500000Aug 13, 20143,345 vehiclesModel years 2011–2014
Risk: A natural gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire or explosion.
Recall 14V117000Mar 17, 2014303,013 vehiclesModel years 2009–2014
Risk: In the event of a crash below the air bag deployment threshold, an unbelted front passenger seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Recall 13V225000May 15, 20131,791 vehiclesModel years 2011–2013
Risk: A short at the connector may cause overheating, resulting in an increased risk of fire.
Recall 13V147000Apr 17, 2013885 vehiclesModel years 2013
Risk: If the wires become lodged in the seat riser mechanism, they may become severed and potentially short circuit. A short circuit may result in a fire.
Recall 13V080000Mar 8, 201348 vehiclesModel years 2011
Risk: If a pressure relief device activates with an improperly assembled vent pipe, compressed natural gas may be vented into the passenger compartment. If an ignition source is present, an explosion or fire may result.
Recall 13V010000Jan 14, 2013980 vehiclesModel years 2013
Risk: If the ignition key is removed while the vehicle is still on and/or the vehicle is not in Park, the vehicle may rollaway and the unintended movement of the vehicle may result in a possible crash or injury to pedestrians.

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology