2011 Chevrolet Express Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2011 Chevrolet Express has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (3 reports).

5Recalls
12Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2011 Chevrolet Express recalls

Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire

Recall 18V267Apr 26, 20186,154 vehicles affected

Certain plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers installed in these vehicles may become clogged, so the extinguisher may not discharge as expected or may require excessive force to activate.

Fuel System, Other

Recall 14V500Aug 13, 20143,345 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal

Recall 14V117Mar 17, 2014303,013 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Other

Recall 13V225May 15, 20131,791 vehicles affected

Most common 2011 Chevrolet Express problems

Problem areas named in the 12 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train3
Service Brakes3
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Engine2
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Fuel System, Diesel1
Unknown Or Other1
Structure1
Suspension1
Steering1

What owners report

2026-08-10, Fuel/Propulsion System
Vehicle broke down with a crank no start condition. Verified no fuel pressure. Diagnostics revealed no continuity between tank fuel pump positive lead at fuel pump relay, and ground. Removed fuel tank, disconnected fuel pump wiring harness, and found burned pin at positive terminal of fuel pump and mating harness connector. Harness displayed significant distortion and charring consistent with a poor connection.
2026-03-17, Electrical System
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Chevrolet Express. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 93,000, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 143,000 in 2024.
2019-12-03, Service Brakes
WHEN APPLYING BRAKES TO STOP THE BRAKE PEDDLE VIBRATES AND THE CAR SHIFTS FORWARD A LITTLE AND THE STEERING COLUMN MAKES A WINDING NOISE.
2018-05-04, Service Brakes
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. WHILE DRIVING AND SLOWING DOWN, THE VEHICLE AGGRESSIVELY DOWNSHIFTED, THE BRAKE PEDAL INDEPENDENTLY DEPRESSED, AND THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED ABOUT THE HARD UPSHIFTS AND DOWNSHIFTS OF THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED AFTER APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES, THE VEHICLE OPERATED AS INTENDED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VERA MOTORS (300 S UNIVERSITY DR., PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33025, (954) 362-9458) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL CONTROL MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEA
2018-04-19, Suspension
UPON INSPECTION OF THE COIL SPRING CRADLES ,IT WAS FOUND THAT THE UPPER CONTROL ARM ON THE RIGHT SIDE WAS CRACKED WHERE THE TOP OF THE COIL SPRING SEATS. THIS IS THE SECOND CRACK IN THE COIL SPRING AREA THAT WAS FOUND ON AN AMBULANCE PACKAGE VEHICLE.THIS UNIT HAS BEEN TAKEN OUT OF SERVICE AS WELL DUE TO SAFETY CONCERNS.

2011 Chevrolet Express questions

Does the 2011 Chevrolet Express have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Express: Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire; Fuel System, Other; Air Bags:Frontal; Fuel System, Other; Fuel System, Other:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Fuel System, Other:Storage:Tank Assembly:Pressure Relief Devices. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Express?

Based on 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (3), Service Brakes (3), Engine And Engine Cooling (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2011 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.

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