CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Chevrolet Express has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Tires (6 reports).
1998 Chevrolet Express recalls
Most common 1998 Chevrolet Express problems
Problem areas named in the 23 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Tires | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 4 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 1 |
What owners report
FAILURE OF INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET CAUSING LOSS OF COOLANT AT 42000 MILES AND AGAIN AT 90008 MILES. *NM
THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR HINGE BROKE COMPLETELY OFF WITHOUT EXCESSIVE FORCE BEING APPLIED. THE DEALERSHIP INDICATED THIS OCCURRED BECAUSE THE DOOR WAS NOT FREQUENTLY USED. IN AN ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE HINGE, THE DEALERSHIP MADE THE PROBLEM WORSE. *AK THE DEALERSHIP STATED THE PIN SEIZED UP DUE TO NO LUBRICATION. *JB
THE DOOR HINGES FROZE UP AFTER A PERIOD OF TIME. THE CONSUMER HAD TO USE EXCESSIVE FORCE TO CLOSE THE DOOR WHICH CAUSED THE DOOR TO BE MISALIGNED. *JB PH *JB
CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING THE REAR AXLE FAILED CAUSING OIL TO LINK FROM THE VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED TS
CONSUMER STATES THAT WHEN TRYING TO APPLY THE BRAKES THE BRAKE PEDAL WILL GO TO THE FLOOR CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HAVE EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. DEALER NOTIFIED TS
1998 Chevrolet Express questions
Does the 1998 Chevrolet Express have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Chevrolet Express: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1998 Chevrolet Express?
Based on 23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Tires (6), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (5), Seat Belts (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Chevrolet Express has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.