CarRecallWatchThe 1999 Chevrolet Express has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 68 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (11 reports).
1999 Chevrolet Express recalls
Most common 1999 Chevrolet Express problems
Problem areas named in the 68 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 |
| Tires | 9 |
| Power Train | 8 |
| Electrical System | 7 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 6 |
| Structure | 6 |
| Steering | 5 |
| Visibility | 4 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Equipment | 3 |
What owners report
WITHOUT WARNING ALL HEADLAMPS WENT OUT DRL,LOW BEAMS AND HIGH BEAMS. ALL OTHER LIGHTS WORKED OK. NOT FUN AT NIGHT TO HAVE OCCUR. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOOR LOCKS WOULD NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. SHE NOTICED THAT THE DOOR LOCK PINS WOULD FREEZE IN COLD WEATHER. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED OF THE PROCEDURE THAT WOULD HAVE TO BE PERFORMED IN ORDER TO MAKE REPAIRS. THERE WERE NO REPAIRS MADE TO THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 200,000.
VEHICLE AIR BAG DIDN'T DEPLOY WHEN I CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE DOING BETWEEN 30-40 MPH. IMPACT WAS MAINLY ON THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT END. I WAS DRIVING AN CHEVY 1999 EXPRESS 1500 VAN. *NM
1999 CHEVROLET EXPRESS SPARE TIRE FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING. *TS THE SPARE TIRE WAS ATTACHED WITH A STEEL CABLE TO THE REAR UNDERSIDE OF THE VAN. WHEN THE STEEL CABLE BROKE THE TIRE BOUNCED UNDER THE TOW TRAILER BENDING IT'S AXLE. THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THE CABLE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN STRONG ENOUGH. *NM
DT : THE POWER STEERING PUMP SHAFT BROKE INSIDE THE PUMP ON JULY 14, 2000, THE DEALER REPLACED IT UNDER WARRANTY. ON SEPTEMBER 23, 2005 IT BROKE AGAIN, TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AGAIN, AND THEY DID REPLACE IT. HOWEVER, THEY CHARGED THE CONSUMER $636.00. THE STEERING LOCKED AND THAT WAS HOW CONSUMER DISCOVERED THE FAILURE. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING. THIS HAPPENED ON A DRY PAVED ROAD AND IN WARM WEATHER. *AK *NM
1999 Chevrolet Express questions
Does the 1999 Chevrolet Express have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1999 Chevrolet Express: Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Chevrolet Express?
Based on 68 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (11), Tires (9), Power Train (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 1999 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.