2010 Chevrolet Express Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Express years
- About as many complaints as other years 14th of 31 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Chevrolet Express. That ranks 14th out of 31 Express model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (4 complaints, 27%), typically at around 44,500 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 7 injuries. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 15owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2010 Chevrolet Express problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 27% | 44,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 20% | 307,328 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 20% | 44,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 20% | 44,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 13% | 97,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 13% | 9,750 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 7% | 130,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 7% | 100,506 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 7% | 65,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 7% | 39,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2010 Chevrolet Express recalls (5)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment
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.
Air bags:frontal
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans manufactured January 27, 2009, through March 7, 2014 with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds and less and equipped with front passenger air bags. In the affected vehicles, during a frontal impact below the air bag deployment threshold, if an unbelted front passenger's head hits the instrument panel above where the passenger air bag is located, the panel may not sufficiently absorb the impact. As such, these vehicles fail to meet the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
Risk: In the event of a crash below the air bag deployment threshold, an unbelted front passenger seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Problem: Main mobility is recalling certain conversion vans built on model year 2008-2010 chevrolet express, 2009 gmc savana, and 2010 ford transit connect chassis, and fitted with certain braun wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the wheelchair liftâs outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
Risk: 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 wheelchairâs occupant could fall and sustain injury.
Fix: 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.
Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Problem: General motors has notified nhtsa of a defect in certain model year 2010 chevrolet express and gmc savana vans 2500, 3500 and 4500 series. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the generator may develop a low resistance short within the voltage regulator.
Risk: The low resistance short could eventually generate enough heat to result in an engine compartment fire.
Fix: 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.
Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system
Problem: General motors is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 chevrolet express and gmc savana vehicles for failing to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 103, "windshield wiping and washing systems." these vehicles were built with heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (hvac) control knobs that may fracture and spin on the control shaft. The driver may no longer be able to control the heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
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…
The side airbags deployed while driving down the road at about 10 mph. We had just turned out of our driveway and heading to a stop sign at the highway. Luckily it happened before getting on the highway. Nothing hit the van and no prior damage. My wife was driving and she has bruising on her arm…
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
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…
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.
Other Chevrolet Express years
← 2009 Express · 2011 Express →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Express | 0 | 3 |
| 2025 Express | 0 | 4 |
| 2024 Express | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 Express | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 Express | 13 | 2 |
| 2020 Express | 17 | 1 |
| 2019 Express | 8 | 4 |
| 2018 Express | 11 | 6 |
| 2017 Express | 21 | 6 |
| 2016 Express | 15 | 6 |
| 2015 Express | 8 | 3 |
| 2014 Express | 14 | 7 |
| 2013 Express | 22 | 8 |
| 2012 Express | 13 | 6 |
| 2011 Express | 12 | 5 |
| 2010 | 15 | 5 |
| 2009 Express | 10 | 7 |
| 2008 Express | 14 | 10 |
| 2007 Express | 17 | 4 |
| 2006 Express | 12 | 16 |
| 2005 Express | 23 | 8 |
| 2004 Express | 21 | 6 |
| 2003 Express | 59 | 10 |
| 2002 Express | 55 | 0 |
| 2001 Express | 45 | 2 |
| 2000 Express | 84 | 1 |
| 1999 Express | 68 | 1 |
| 1998 Express | 23 | 1 |
| 1997 Express | 29 | 1 |
| 1996 Express | 15 | 2 |
| 1995 Express | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Chevrolet Express?
Owners most often report engine, air bags, electronic stability control (esc) problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Chevrolet Express?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2010 Chevrolet Express a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Express model years, the 2010 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.