Ask the seller for proof the repair was completed, or run the free VIN check. Recall repairs are done at no cost by a dealer.
Recalls
Safety issues the manufacturer must repair for free. A recall means confirm the fix was done, not walk away.
Safety recall
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Isuzu customer service at 1-866-441-9638. GM's number for this recall is 18146.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Airbags recall
In the event of a crash below the air bag deployment threshold, an unbelted front passenger seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will modify the passenger instrument panel free of charge. Notices to the owners of the heavy duty vans were mailed on April 28, 2014. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438. GMC owners may call 1-866-996-9463. GM's number for this recall is 14082.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Safety recall
A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT MAY DEFEAT OR RIDE OVER THE INSUFFICIENTLY LATCHED ROLL STOP. IF THIS OCCURS WHEN THE LIFT PLATFORM IS IN AN ELEVATED POSITION, THE WHEELCHAIRS OCCUPANT COULD FALL AND SUSTAIN INJURY.
- Remedy
- MAIN MOBILITY IS WORKING WITH BRAUN TO NOTIFY OWNERS, AND BRAUN DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES, FREE OF CHARGE. MAIN MOBILITY HAS NOT PROVIDED A NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAIN MOBILITY AT 1-716-759-6811.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Electrical system recall
THE LOW RESISTANCE SHORT COULD EVENTUALLY GENERATE ENOUGH HEAT TO RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE ANY SUSPECT GENERATORS IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Body & glass recall
IF THIS CONDITION AFFECTS THE DEFROST SYSTEM WHEN IT IS REQUIRED, IT MAY DECREASE THE DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, AND COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL HVAC CONTROL KNOBS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 11, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
- Status
- Remedy available. Confirm by VIN that this repair was completed.
- What to do
- Enter the VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm this car was repaired.
Owner complaints by system
Unverified reports owners filed with NHTSA, grouped by the part of the car. Useful for spotting patterns. Open a group to read recent examples.
Engine & powertrain
3
Most reports here involve fluid leaks.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH AND ATTEMPTING THE GO DOWN A HILL OR A LIGHT SLOPE, THE VEHICLE REVVED AND SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE CONTACT SOFTLY APPLIED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND SLOWED DOWN TO STEADY THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THE FAILURE WAS AN UNKNOWN ISSUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES AND WAS NOT REMEDIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 5,000.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10979752 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Electrical & infotainment
4
Most reports here involve sudden stalling.
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LAST MONTH THE RIGHT SIDE REAR BRAKE LITE AND BLINKER DID NOT WORK AND THIS MONTH THE DRIVERS SIDE TAIL LITE DOESN"T WORK . THEY REPLACED THE MAIN COMPUTER BCM LAST MONTH ,WAITING TO SEE WHAT THEY DO THIS TIME. BOTH TIMES I WAS ON THE HWY DRIVING
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11046299 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Brakes
1
Most reports here involve sudden stalling.
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AN OPERATOR REPORTED IN AUGUST OF 2012 THAT "THE ENGINE DIES AFTER DRIVING ABOUT 1 MILE, THEN RESTARTS." IN SEPTEMBER 2012 WE HAD ONE OPERATOR DOCUMENT HIS FINDING OVER A TWO WEEK PERIOD, HIS REPORTS INCLUDE: "9/14/12 LEFT BRAKE PULL, GOING STRAIGHT AT 50 MPH AFTER ABOUT 1 TO 2 MILES OF OPERATION." "9/10/12 FRONT BRAKES SEEMED TO COME ON, SPEED DROPPED ABOUT 15 MPH FROM 55 MPH, THIS WAS WITHIN THE FIRST 4-5 MILES TRAVELED." "9/12/12 VAN PULLED TO RIGHT, RIGHT BRAKE CAME ON WHILE GOING AROUND A LEFT HAND CORNER , SPEED DROPPED 10 - 15 MPH." 9/17/12 BRALES SEEMED TO COME ON AFTER 2 - 3 MILES." "9/20/2012 RIGHT BRAKE PULL WHILE LEAVING DRIVEWAY OF SERVICE CENTER, MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN." ALL INCIDENTS OCCURRED IN THE MORNING WITHIN THE FIRST 5 MILES OF OPERATION, THE OPERATOR WAS THE ONLY PERSON IN THE VEHICLE AND NO DASH OR WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. *TR
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10485188 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Steering, suspension & tires
2
Most reports here involve loss of steering.
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET EXPRESS VAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK UNCONTROLLABLY AND BECAME VERY HARD TO MANEUVER. THE CONTACT WAS A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE LOWER ISOLATION GROMMET ON THE FRONT SHOCK FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 65,000.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10653365 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Airbags & seat belts
4
Most reports here involve airbags deploying unexpectedly. Of these, 1 mention a crash, 7 mention an injury.
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My 2010 Chevrolet Express 1500 AWD Passenger Van was recently in the dealer's shop for work on various sensors and other problems. When the codes were downloaded from the computer, one indicated a faulty passenger side air bag module. At no time had any of the dashboard warning lights indicated a problem with the air bag system, so I had driven an unknown amount of miles without any indication it was malfunctioning, even though the vehicle's computer had an indication of a problem. I have also had repeated intermittent indications of problems with the ABS and Stabilitrack systems, but their cause has never been identified.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #11430286 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
Structure & body
1
Most reports here involve other issues.
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THE FRAME OF THIS VEHICLE BEHIND THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL WHERE THE BOLT GOES THROUGH TO SECURE THE AMBULANCE BODY TO THE FRAME HAS CRACKED. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE ON THIS SAME VEHICLE. IT WAS REPAIRED ONCE AT A CHEVROLET DEALERSHIP.
Source: NHTSA complaint ODI #10778334 · view all complaints for this vehicle at nhtsa.gov
How does it compare with other years? The 2010 has 15 complaints on file, more than the 2011 (12). Of the 10 model years of the Chevrolet Express we cover, the 2013 has the most (22). Older model years have had longer to collect complaints.