Chevrolet Express

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Chevrolet Express (from registration data). 4 variants.

Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.

Generations

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Common problems & reliability

US owners have filed 3 complaints for the Chevrolet Express, most often about vehicle speed control, electrical system, service brakes, steering. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy. In the UK, 78% of Chevrolet Expresss pass their MOT test first time, based on 37 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain), DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

4 in the US-market NHTSA database, which may not apply to European versions for the Chevrolet Express. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.

• POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWAREUS · NHTSAModel year 2023

  General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. Incorrect software in the transmission control module (TCM) may result in harsh shifting, reduced power, unintended deceleration, rear wheel lockup, or cause the vehicle to move in an unintended direction.

  Remedy: Dealers will update the transmission control module software calibration, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242471620.

  NHTSA campaign 24V839000 · reported 07/11/2024

• ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGUS · NHTSAModel year 2022

  General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2003-2023 Chevrolet Express Cutaway and GMC Savana Cutaway incomplete vehicles equipped with wiring for an optional rear heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system. When the HVAC blower motor circuit is left unused with exposed connectors and wiring, the circuit can corrode and overheat.

  Remedy: Dealers will properly seal the rear HVAC blower motor circuits at the left side B-pillar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222386050.

  NHTSA campaign 23V247000 · reported 06/04/2023

• ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGUS · NHTSAModel year 2018

  General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2003-2023 Chevrolet Express Cutaway and GMC Savana Cutaway incomplete vehicles equipped with wiring for an optional rear heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system. When the HVAC blower motor circuit is left unused with exposed connectors and wiring, the circuit can corrode and overheat.

  Remedy: Dealers will properly seal the rear HVAC blower motor circuits at the left side B-pillar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222386050.

  NHTSA campaign 23V247000 · reported 06/04/2023

• SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:HYDRAULIC:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS · NHTSAModel year 2018

  General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Chevrolet Express Cutaway and GMC Savana Cutaway vehicles equipped with optional GM-provided body mounts (RPO BNC). The brake line may have insufficient clearance to the body mounts, which can result in brake line damage that can lead to a brake fluid leak.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake line as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 5, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available, anticipated February 28, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242466950.

  NHTSA campaign 24V702000 · reported 19/09/2024

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Chevrolet recalls.