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Chevrolet Express 3500

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

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Complaints

886

Active records

Recalls

85

Active records

TSBs

3,255

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

2

Injuries

54

Crashes

47

Fires

40

Top reported issues — Chevrolet Express 3500

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Condition issue

366

Operating state

207

Braking behavior

150

Safety restraint issue

100

Reporting mechanism

96

Engine behavior

85

Fluid issue

83

Vibration/harshness

75

Driver assistance issue

74

Thermal issue

65

Noise

56

Safety restraint behavior

51

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

51

Access/entry issue

42

Performance issue

39

Steering behavior

34

Electrical issue

27

Ride/handling behavior

26

Lighting behavior

19

Starting behavior

17

Smell

12

Powering on/off behavior

10

Recent change

7

HVAC behavior

6

Wiper/washer behavior

4

Infotainment behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2005 CHEVROLET EXPRESS

Filed May 8, 2026


LT245/75R16. Driving north on I-77 around Charlotte, NC around 7:40 PM and the tire blew out. I saw in my left rearview mirror the treads roll off the right side of the highway. I did not run over anything. Travel speed was 65 to 70 mph in medium traffic. No warning lights came on. Did not lose control and was able to navigate to the left side of highway when enough space opened up after a guide rail. All that was left was the rim and shredded sidewalls. Tire was installed in August,…

2019 CHEVROLET EXPRESS

Filed May 8, 2026


-Transmission locked - broken output shaft ring gear weld. -Yes its available for inspection. -Vehicle came to complete stop in middle of freeway as if emergency brake was applied unknowingly. Could be bad if going around corner or downhill -Problem confirmed by dealer -No -No warning signs or check engine light

2019 CHEVROLET EXPRESS

Filed May 7, 2026


The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Express NAV. The motorhome is a 2020 Coachman Freelander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, during the night and in the rain, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal and jerked violently. The contact jolted violently and was almost thrown off the driver's seat. The contact pulled to the side of the road. Once the vehicle was on the side of the road, the contact noticed white smoke or steam…

2005 CHEVROLET EXPRESS

Filed Apr 11, 2026


I was driving and out of no where my brakes “ all four wheels “ locked up as if I was hauling a heavy load . I put on my hazard lights to warn the semi behind me. So I maintained control of my line until the cargo van slowed down to a safe speed for me to pull over . I thought the semi was going to run into the back of me, luckily the southbound line was clear so the semi took off pass me. So as I was coming to a safe stopping speed my brake pedal was stiff as well and when the cargo van…

2007 CHEVROLET EXPRESS

Filed Mar 30, 2026


Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Chevrolet Express. It was later discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 71,000; and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 230,000.

2020 CHEVROLET EXPRESS

Filed Mar 24, 2026


The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH on the highway, the vehicle lost motive power and shuddered abnormally, causing the vehicle to decelerate to 40 MPH. The vehicle was pulled over and restarted; however, the failure persisted. The failure recurred while driving at 40 MPH on several occasions. An independent mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, and the contact was informed that the VIN…

2011 CHEVROLET EXPRESS

Filed Mar 17, 2026


Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Chevrolet Express. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 93,000, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 143,000 in 2024.

2003 CHEVROLET EXPRESS

Filed Mar 17, 2026


Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2003 Chevrolet Express. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was approximately 156,000. It was later discovered that the mileage on July 2, 2024, was 258,051.

2021 CHEVROLET EXPRESS 3500

Filed Mar 16, 2026


The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Express 3500. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, there was a burning odor coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle was pulled over into the right lane. Upon exiting the vehicle, the contact became aware that the front wheels were smoking. Additionally, the brake pedal went to the floorboard while depressed. The contact stated that the brake fluid seemed to be boiling. The contact was on a trip, and the vehicle was driven to a campground. The vehicle…

2018 CHEVROLET EXPRESS CUTAWAY VAN

Filed Mar 16, 2026


A safety recall has been issued for my 2019 Coachmen Leprechaun motorhome (VIN: [XXX] ) built on a GM chassis. The recalled component/system is the subject of an active manufacturer recall; the vehicle is available for inspection upon request. I have attempted multiple times to complete the recall repair through General Motors. However, there is no Chevrolet/GM dealership within approximately 2.5 hours of our location in [XXX] that has the lift capacity required to service this motorhome. GM…

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Updated May 30, 2026. Refreshed nightly.