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Chevrolet Express: official NHTSA recalls, fault code help and maintenance guides.

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MakeChevrolet
ClassPassenger van
Model years (US)2000–2027
Recall dataNHTSA (United States)
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Generations and technical specifications

Chevrolet Express GMC Savana1996–present
Chevrolet Express GMC Savana
SpecificationValue
ProductionJanuary 1996–present
Model years1996–present
Body styles2-door cutaway van chassis
3-door cargo van
3-door passenger van
4-door cargo van
4-door passenger van
LayoutFront-engine, rear-wheel drive
Front-engine, all-wheel drive (2003–2014)
PlatformGMT600 (1996–2002)
GMT610 (2003–present)
EnginesGMT600
4.3 L L35 V6 (1996–2002)
5.0 L L30 V8 (1996–2002)
5.7 L L31 V8 (1996–2002)
7.4 L L29 V8 (1996–2000)
8.1 L L18 V8 (2001–2002)
6.5 L Detroit Diesel V8/L65 (1996–2002)
GMT610
2.8 L Duramax/LWN I4 turbo-diesel (2017–2022)
4.3 L Vortec 4300/LU3 V6 (2003–2014)
4.3 L EcoTec3 4300/LV1 V6 (2018–present)
4.8 L Vortec 4800/LR4 V8 (2003–2007)
4.8 L Vortec 4800/LY2 V8 (2008–2009)
4.8 L Vortec 4800/L20 Flex-fuel V8 (2010–2017)
+10 more
TransmissionsGMT600
4-speed automatic 4L60-E (1500 and light-duty 2500 series)
4-speed automatic 4L80-E (heavy-duty 2500 and 3500 series)
GMT610
4-speed automatic 4L60-E on 1500 and light-duty 2500 (2003–2014)
4-speed automatic 4L80-E on heavy-duty 2500 and 3500 (2003–2009)
6-speed automatic 6L90-E on heavy-duty 2500 and 3500 (2010–2023)
8-speed automatic 8L90-E on 2.8L Duramax and 4.3L Ecotec3 V6 engines (2017–present), 6.6L V8 (2024-present)
WheelbaseSWB: 3,429 mm
LWB: 3,937 mm
LengthGMT600
1996–98 SWB: 5,558 mm
1996–98 LWB: 6,066 mm
1999–2002 SWB: 5,555 mm
1999–2002 LWB: 6,063 mm
GMT610
2003–present SWB: 5,692 mm
2003–present LWB: 6,200 mm
2003–05 Savana LWB: 6,198 mm
WidthGMT600
SWB: 2,012 mm
LWB: 2,017 mm
GMT610
2,017 mm
HeightGMT600
1996–98 Express: 2,078 mm
1996–98 Savana SWB/2500 SWB & 3500 LWB: 2,096 mm
1996–98 Savana LWB: 2,154 mm
1500 & 2001–02 3500 LS LWB: 2,022 mm
1997–2002 3500 SWB: 2,131 mm
1997–2002 2500 LWB: 2,060 mm
2001–02 2500 LWB: 2,088 mm
2001–02 3500 LWB: 2,103 mm
GMT610
2003–present SWB: 2,073 mm
2003–present LWB: 2,083 mm
ClassFull-size van
AssemblyUnited States
Wentzville, Missouri (Wentzville Assembly)
Springfield, Ohio (Navistar; 2017–2026) (cutaway)

Engines and transmissions

Model yearsEngineTransmissionDriveFuel
2015–20176.0 L, 8 cyl6-speed automaticRear-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2014–20154.8 L, 8 cyl6-speed automaticRear-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2011–20156.0 L, 8 cyl6-speed automaticRear-wheel drivePetrol or E85 (flex-fuel)
2000–2006, 2010–20144.3 L, 6 cyl4-speed automaticRear-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2010–20145.3 L, 8 cyl4-speed automaticAll-wheel drivePetrol or E85 (flex-fuel)
2007–20145.3 L, 8 cyl4-speed automaticRear-wheel drivePetrol or E85 (flex-fuel)
2011–20134.8 L, 8 cyl6-speed automaticRear-wheel drivePetrol or E85 (flex-fuel)
2003–20095.3 L, 8 cyl4-speed automaticFour-wheel or all-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
2007–20095.3 L, 8 cyl4-speed automaticFour-wheel or all-wheel drivePetrol or E85 (flex-fuel)
2003–20095.3 L, 8 cyl4-speed automaticRear-wheel drivePetrol (regular)
20046.0 L, 8 cyl4-speed automaticRear-wheel drivePetrol or natural gas
20046.0 L, 8 cyl CNG4-speed automaticRear-wheel driveNatural gas (CNG)
+2 more configurations

Fuel economy (EPA)

Model yearsConfigurationCombinedCityHighway
2011–20176.0 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive18.1–19.6 L/100 km21.4–23.5 L/100 km14.7–16.8 L/100 km
2011–20154.8 L, 8 cyl · 6-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive18.1 L/100 km21.4 L/100 km13.8 L/100 km
2000–2006, 2010–20144.3 L, 6 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive13.8–16.8 L/100 km15.7–18.1 L/100 km11.8–14.7 L/100 km
2010–20145.3 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · All-wheel drive16.8 L/100 km18.1 L/100 km13.8 L/100 km
2003–20145.3 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive15.7–16.8 L/100 km16.8–19.6 L/100 km13.1–14.7 L/100 km
2003–20095.3 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Four-wheel or all-wheel drive16.8–18.1 L/100 km18.1–19.6 L/100 km13.8–15.7 L/100 km
20046.0 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive19.6 L/100 km21.4 L/100 km15.7 L/100 km
20046.0 L, 8 cyl CNG · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive19.6 L/100 km21.4 L/100 km15.7 L/100 km
2000–20025.0 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive15.7–16.8 L/100 km18.1 L/100 km13.8–14.7 L/100 km
2000–20025.7 L, 8 cyl · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive16.8–18.1 L/100 km19.6 L/100 km13.8–14.7 L/100 km

Values are the official EPA label figures for each model year, shown as the lowest and highest value for the configuration. Electric models show energy use per 100 km. Real-world consumption depends on driving style, weather and load. Luggage and passenger volumes follow the EPA measuring method and can differ from the VDA figures used in Europe.

Key specifications

Key specifications
SpecificationValue
EPA size classPassenger van, Cargo van
Model years in EPA data2000–2017
PowertrainsPetrol, Flex-fuel, Bi-fuel, Natural gas (CNG)
Engine displacement4.3–6.0 L
Cylinders6, 8
Transmission typesAutomatic
DriveRear-wheel drive, All-wheel drive, Four-wheel or all-wheel drive
FuelPetrol (regular), Petrol or E85 (flex-fuel), Petrol or natural gas, Natural gas (CNG)
Configurations listed107
Start-stop systemOn some versions

Years and markets

Years and markets
SpecificationValue
Model years (US)2000–2027

Owner complaints (NHTSA)

ComponentComplaintsMost reported model years
Brakes962000, 2003, 2004
Fuel and propulsion652002, 2003, 2004
Electrical system602001, 2002, 2003
Body and structure492002, 2003, 2005
Tyres472000, 2001, 2002
Engine and cooling452001, 2002, 2003
Transmission and drivetrain382000, 2002, 2003
Steering342002, 2003, 2004
Seat belts282000, 2003, 2005
Airbags252002, 2003, 2007

Source: complaints filed by owners with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for model years 2000–2007, 2023–2024: 505 complaints, 24 with a crash and 28 with a fire. Complaints are owner reports that NHTSA has not verified, and one complaint can name more than one component. More complaints can also mean more cars sold.

Recalls

Chevrolet Express recall: SteeringSteering · 2026-10-29Chevrolet Express recall: Fuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly:pressure Relief DevicesFuel System, Other:storage:tank Assembly:pressure Relief Devices · 2013-03-08Chevrolet Express recall: Steering:columnSteering:column · 2026-05-28Chevrolet Express recall: SteeringSteering · 2026-06-23Chevrolet Express recall: Tires:sidewallTires:sidewall · 2026-03-05Chevrolet Express recall: Seats:front Assembly:head RestraintSeats:front Assembly:head Restraint · 2025-05-08

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