This file gathers the known defects of the Chevrolet Express, written and sourced by the community. Anyone can read; a free account lets you contribute. A defect earns the seal once enough reputable contributors have validated it.
129 owners in the United States reported problems with the electrical system of this car to NHTSA (model years 1995–2026), typically at around 59,000 miles. Reported consequences: 2 crashes, 32 fires, 2 injuries.
✓ Mecafile analysis of official data1995–2026View details →
73 owners in the United States reported problems with the airbags of this car to NHTSA (model years 1996–2021), typically at around 65,000 miles. Most often named: frontal (21%). Reported consequences: 28 crashes, 1 fire, 43 injuries, 1 death.
✓ Mecafile analysis of official data1996–2021View details →
207 owners in the United States reported problems with the brakes of this car to NHTSA (model years 1996–2023), typically at around 45,000 miles. Most often named: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (21%). Reported consequences: 15 crashes, 4 fires, 8 injuries.
✓ Mecafile analysis of official data1996–2023View details →
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. The steering gear assembly may have a nut that was not properly tightened.
NHTSA · United StatesOct 29, 202626V718000Model years 2025–2026View details →
Issue: On certain vehicles, a nut in the steering gear assembly may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the nut could loosen and separate. If this happens, there could be a loss of steering control. Safety Risk: A loss of steering control could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering gear assembly.
Transport CanadaJun 23, 20262026307Model years 2025–2026View details →
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Express, and 2025-2026 Savana vehicles. The steering gear assembly may have a nut that was not properly tightened.
NHTSA · United StatesJun 23, 202626V399000Model years 2025–2026View details →
This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. They should follow the notes mentioned prior to anything being replaced.
NHTSA · manufacturer bulletin11038136Model years 2026View details →
This Preliminary information communicates to the technicians a diagnostic tip if a technician loses communication with the image processor #2 and how to restore communication
NHTSA · manufacturer bulletin11036690Model years 2024–2026View details →
Sources: NHTSA (United States, public domain), Transport Canada (Open Government Licence – Canada), DVSA (United Kingdom, Open Government Licence v3.0), RappelConso and EU Safety Gate (France, Licence Ouverte 2.0).