2017 Chevrolet Express Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 20, 2026 · 21 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Express years
More complaints than other years 10th of 31 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 21 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Chevrolet Express. That ranks 10th out of 31 Express model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (11 complaints, 52%), typically at around 2,208 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 6 safety recalls covering this model year.

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Chevrolet Express photographed in Washington, D.C. , USA.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2017 Chevrolet Express problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Service Brakes11 · ~2,208 mi
Forward Collision Avoidance6
Air Bags3 · ~49,000 mi
Electrical System2 · ~18,015 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic2 · ~73,928 mi
Electronic Stability Control (esc)1 · ~49,000 mi
Engine1 · ~19,400 mi
Exterior Lighting1 · ~18,000 mi
Steering1 · ~16 mi
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~4,400 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Service Brakes1152%2,208——
Forward Collision Avoidance629%———
Air Bags314%49,000——
Electrical System210%18,015——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic210%73,928——
Electronic Stability Control (esc)15%49,000——
Engine15%19,400——
Exterior Lighting15%18,000——
Steering15%16——
Vehicle Speed Control15%4,400——
Visibility15%75——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2024, with 8 complaints
2017: 1201712019: 6201962020: 2202022022: 1202212023: 2202322024: 8202482026: 120261

n = 21 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2017 Chevrolet Express recalls (6)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

EquipmentJun 11, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V428000 · 325 vehicles

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.

Visibility:glass, side/rearMay 23, 2019 · NHTSA campaign 19V387000 · 1,159 vehicles

Problem: 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) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

Risk: Tempered glass increases the risk of injury in the event of a side impact or rollover crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tempered glass windows with laminated glass windows, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N192218960.

Electrical systemSep 21, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V655000 · 30,448 vehicles

Problem: 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 within the CCM may overheat.

Risk: If the CCM overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire in the vehicle's headliner.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the electrical insulation from a wiring connector within the CCM to remove the fire risk, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. 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 18299.

Visibility:power window devices and controlsMay 3, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V295000 · 207,483 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side window switch, free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2018. 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 18155.

EquipmentApr 26, 2018 · NHTSA campaign 18V267000 · 6,154 vehicles

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.

Visibility:rearview mirrors/devicesSep 29, 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V700000 · 40 vehicles

Problem: 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 mirror and with a right-hand convex exterior review mirror. These vehicles are required to have either an inside rearview mirror or both left and right-hand flat exterior rearview mirrors. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Risk: If the driver does not have a clear unobstructed view to the back of the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will instal a right-hand flat rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2016. 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 16036.

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.

Airbags, Completely available to be inspected at any time, Passenger was struck by the airbags, has yet to be brought to a dealer

Air Bags · received Aug 20, 2026 · 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. This fault has required the replacement of the Brake Control Computer (GM part# 19435407) and the Hydraulic Control Module (GM…

Service Brakes · received Sep 9, 2024 · 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. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the electronic brake control…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Apr 5, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11581307

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

Service Brakes · received Apr 1, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11580456

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

Service Brakes · received Apr 1, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11580457

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Express?

Owners most often report service brakes, forward collision avoidance, air bags problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 11 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Chevrolet Express?

Yes, 6 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2017 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 2017 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.