Every 2017 Chevrolet Express recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · NHTSA 24V702000
Sep 19, 2024Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Hydraulic:Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak can result in brake failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 24V702000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 23V247000
Jun 4, 2023Electrical System:Wiring
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An overheated electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 23V247000 →Equipment · NHTSA 19V428000
Nov 6, 2019Equipment
- Problem
- Unicell Body Company Inc. (Unicell) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savanna, 2018-2019 Hino 155, Ford Econoline and Transit and Isuzu NPR, and 2018 Ram ProMaster-based vehicles equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors used to display the back-up camera image. The affected monitors may revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.
- Risk
- The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Unicell will work with ASA Electronics to notify owners and offer a remedy, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA Electronics customer service 1-800-384-4400 or Unicell at 1-716-853-8628.
Full recall details for 19V428000 →Equipment · NHTSA 18V267000
Apr 26, 2018Equipment
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
- Risk
- In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 18V267000 →
2017 Chevrolet Express complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 21 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Chevrolet Express, reporting 1 crashes. Chevrolet has issued at least 1,183 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Service Brakes11
- Forward Collision Avoidance6
- Air Bags3
- Electrical System3
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic2
- Electronic Stability Control (Esc)1
Service bulletins by component
- Equipment (477)
- Electrical System (268)
- Unknown Or Other (228)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (209)
- Power Train (205)
- Engine (186)
Read Chevrolet Express owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2017 Chevrolet Express
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in one investigation. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
What people reported
Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Chevrolet Express. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“Airbags, Completely available to be inspected at any time, Passenger was struck by the airbags, has yet to be brought to a dealer”
2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESSAug 20, 2026 · NY
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11758284
“The ABS/Traction control system has malfunctioned 3 separate times since purchase of the vehicle in 2017. The indicated fault is code C0110-04, Pump Motor Circuit Open.”
2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESSSep 9, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11613517
“The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the ABS inadvertently engaged, and the vehicle pulled to the left side.”
2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESSApr 5, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11581307
“Vehicle nearly went off road from ABS prematurely activating. ABS module needed. part number 84055065 unavailable through GM. Parked Van as it is too dangerous to drive.”
2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESSApr 1, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11580464
“Vehicles ABS went off while slowing to stop sign. Repair needed ABS Module part number 84055065. No part available through GM. Pulled vehicle from road as its super unsafe.”
2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESSApr 1, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11580462
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