CHEVROLET EXPRESS · model year

2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESS

30 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash report, and 6 active recalls for this specific cohort.

NHTSA overall rating

Not crash-tested

New Car Assessment Program

The 2017CHEVROLETEXPRESS carries 30 consumer safety complaints in NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation database for this specific model-year cohort. Within that volume, owners reported 1 crash, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. No NCAP 5-star crash-test rating is available for this model year in the federal database.

Component-level analysis is where model-year complaints become actionable: the top complaint category for the 2017 EXPRESS is service brakes with 11 filings, followed by forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking (6) and electrical system (2). Concentration in one or two component groups is the classic signature of a systemic defect; a flat distribution usually reflects normal aging, warranty complaints, or isolated build-plant variability. This model year has 6 active recall campaigns, which means the manufacturer is obligated to remedy the covered defect at no charge for the life of the vehicle, the full NHTSA campaign numbers are listed below.

NHTSA currently has 57 investigation files overlapping the 2017 EXPRESS, and 2 remain open. Owners comparing this cohort against neighboring years should pair the counters above with the complaint-by-year trend on the parent model page, a spike in a single year often tracks to a platform refresh, a new transmission supplier, or an updated ECU calibration. Use the related-complaint feed below to read raw owner narratives before deciding whether any pattern here affects your specific use case.

30
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths

Total Complaints

30 filings

Crashes Reported

1 reports

Source

NHTSA ODI

Federal complaints database

Complaints vs. fleet median (215)

At or below the fleet median complaint volume.

Complaints by Component

ComponentCount
SERVICE BRAKES11
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING6
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
AIR BAGS2
STEERING1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL1
ENGINE1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS1
EXTERIOR LIGHTING1
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)1
VISIBILITY1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC1

Recalls (6)

16V70000029/09/2016

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Chevrolet Express manufactured September 25, 2015, to August 22, 2016, and 2016 GMC Savana cargo and cutaway vans manufactured January 28, 2016, to May 18, 2016. The affected vehicles were manufactured without an inside rearview mirr

18V26700026/04/2018

EQUIPMENT

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 'Pin

19V38700023/05/2019

VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. One or both of the rear-quarter windows may be tempered glass instead of laminated glass. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS)

18V65500021/09/2018

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Express and GMC Sierra vehicles equipped with a single, manual, rear climate control module (CCM). If the temperature is set to maximum heat or the mode knob is set to maximum floor vent and an electrical short occurs, components with

19V42800011/06/2019

EQUIPMENT

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 affe

18V29500003/05/2018

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles equipped with power windows. Liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch and cause corrosion, resulting in high electrical resistance.

Recent Complaints

20240909SERVICE BRAKES

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. This fault has required the replacement of the Brake Control Computer (GM part# 19435407) and the Hydraulic Control Module (GM part# 25879231). The first malfunction occurred in October 2020 at 48,594 miles, the second was November 2022 at 91,621 miles with the most recent fault in August 2024 at 147,411 miles. The fault has not affected the ability to stop the vehicle, but it does render the ABS/Traction Control System inoperative. The vehicle is a travel van with the majority miles being highway miles (very little city driving)

20240405SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

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. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the electronic brake control module assembly needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 136,000.

Mileage: 136,000

20240401SERVICE BRAKES

Part Number 84055065 The ABS Module is defective and can not replace.

20240401FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

Part Number 84055065 The ABS Module is defective and can not replace.

20240401SERVICE BRAKES

ABS Module Blown. Van's ABS goes off when not needed. Pulls to the right. Part Number 84055065 needed. no replacement available.

20240401FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

ABS Module Blown. Van's ABS goes off when not needed. Pulls to the right. Part Number 84055065 needed. no replacement available.

20240401SERVICE BRAKES

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.

20240401FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

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.

20240401SERVICE BRAKES

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.

20240401FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

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.

20240223SERVICE BRAKES

The ABS lights began coming on and off in April of 2023. My certified mechanic checked codes and found no specific trouble from the available code information. The Abs lights eventually stayed on by November of 2023. Through more investigation, my mechanic determined that the ABS Module- C 84055066 and ABS Pump Assembly- C 25879231 had ceased to function. He ordered the ABS parts ,(manufactured in Texas), and was informed that there were so many shops around the country waiting on those parts that we would have to wait months before the parts could be manufactured and delivered. My vehicle only had 40,000 miles on it when the ABS lights were illuminated on the dash. The parts did finally arrive and were installed. We also had to hire a separate ABS module programmer to reset the computer. The ABS module and ABS pump failure seams to be a completely defective system. I would hope these parts will be included in a nationwide recall. Thank you

20240223FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

The ABS lights began coming on and off in April of 2023. My certified mechanic checked codes and found no specific trouble from the available code information. The Abs lights eventually stayed on by November of 2023. Through more investigation, my mechanic determined that the ABS Module- C 84055066 and ABS Pump Assembly- C 25879231 had ceased to function. He ordered the ABS parts ,(manufactured in Texas), and was informed that there were so many shops around the country waiting on those parts that we would have to wait months before the parts could be manufactured and delivered. My vehicle only had 40,000 miles on it when the ABS lights were illuminated on the dash. The parts did finally arrive and were installed. We also had to hire a separate ABS module programmer to reset the computer. The ABS module and ABS pump failure seams to be a completely defective system. I would hope these parts will be included in a nationwide recall. Thank you

20240111SERVICE BRAKES

This module has now failed three times and Chevrolet has had this vehicle in one of their dealership lots since 10/5/2023 with no resolution and they've stopped communication with us.

20230829SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that the ABS and stabili-trak warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ABS pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired under warranty, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer, Hanes Chevrolet Company (11075 E. Main St, South Webster, OH 45682) where it was diagnosed and determined that there was internal corrosion, and that the ABS pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 11,856.

Mileage: 11,856

20230522FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

ABS & Traction Control Light Multiple Vans affected

20220218VISIBILITY

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the driver's side exterior split mirror failed to operate correctly and the contact was unable to see the lane to his left, nor to the rear of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed but not repaired. The contact researched and found NHTSA Campaign Number 16V700000 (Visibility) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75.

Mileage: 75

20200521AIR BAGS

SERVICE AIRBAG, SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL AND SERVICE STABILITRAC POP UP ON THE DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER SCREEN RANDOMLY AND GO AWAY RANDOMLY. I HAVE NOTICED THE AIRBAG WARNING HAPPENS MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN THE ROADS ARE WET. VEHICLE WAS JUST AT DEALER FOR SERVICE AND THEY COULDN'T FIND THE PROBLEM. *TR

Mileage: 49,000

20200521ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

SERVICE AIRBAG, SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL AND SERVICE STABILITRAC POP UP ON THE DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER SCREEN RANDOMLY AND GO AWAY RANDOMLY. I HAVE NOTICED THE AIRBAG WARNING HAPPENS MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN THE ROADS ARE WET. VEHICLE WAS JUST AT DEALER FOR SERVICE AND THEY COULDN'T FIND THE PROBLEM. *TR

Mileage: 49,000

20200520AIR BAGS

AIR BAG SENSOR HAS GONE BAD IT'S IN THE LEFT DOOR. *TR

20191025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESS G-3500. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE TAIL LIGHTS AND DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS ON BOTH THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDES WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CHEVROLET OF WAYZATA (16200 WAYZATA BLVD, WAYZATA, MN) WHERE THE LIGHTS WERE REPLACED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO A FAULTY FUSE BOX. THE FUSE BOX WAS REPLACED AND THE FAILURE WAS REMEDIED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,000. VIN IS INVALID.*CW*JB

Mileage: 18,000

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints does the 2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESS have?
The 2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESS has 30 NHTSA complaints, 1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths reported.
Are there any recalls for the 2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESS?
Yes, the 2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESS has 6 recall(s). The most common affected component is VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES. Recalls are issued by NHTSA and manufacturers must provide a free remedy.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESS?
The most-complained component for the 2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESS is SERVICE BRAKES with 11 complaints. Other frequently reported areas include FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Is the 2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESS safe to buy?
Review the complaint history, crash and fire reports, safety ratings, and recall status on this page to make an informed decision. No NHTSA crash test rating is available for this model year. Compare with other model years using the links above.
Where does this data come from?
All complaint, recall, and safety rating data is sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are filed by vehicle owners through NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation.

Vehicle Safety Guides

Data as of 2025. Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) complaints database, NHTSA recall campaign API, NHTSA NCAP crash-test ratings, and NHTSA FARS for fatality cross-reference.