CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Chevrolet Express has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (7 reports).
2013 Chevrolet Express recalls
Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire
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.
Undersized CNG fuel-only label may raise fire risk
Certain 2013-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD, Chevrolet Express, and GMC Sierra HD vehicles, plus 2013 GMC Savana compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, have a CNG fuel-only label with text smaller than federal safety standards require.
Most common 2013 Chevrolet Express problems
Problem areas named in the 22 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
The Brakes will Lock up while driving Due to an issue with the Power Brake Hydro Boost System. The Hydro Boost Control Valve will allow Pressure to apply the Brake Master Cyl. with Engine speed increasing while the vehicle is traveling in a normal Fashion. Overheating the Brake calipers to the point of Protective boots burning up. Rotors and pads are damaged also. This a known problem Posted on repair search boards. I am a Certified ASE Master Mechanic with over 40 Years This a Very Dangerous Event and Part Failure
BRAKES DO NOT RELEASE AFTER SUDDEN STOP, THREE TIMES, ON HIGHWAY 95. STEERING WHEEL STARTED TREMBLING SLOWLY FOR 10 MILES AND THEN VIOLENTLY, THEN BRAKE PEDAL GETS HARD. PASSENGER SIDE STARTED SMOKING, ON 8 SOUTH IN CT 4/9/2020. MANAGED TO STOP VAN ON SOFT SHOULDER. THIS BRAKE SYSTEM IS VERY DANGEROUS FOR ME.
PREVIOUS COMPLAINTS 11102768 , 11111685 VEHICLE IS A FOREST RIVER SUNSEEKER RV/ 2013 CHEVY EXPRESS CUTAWAY 4500 MODEL G33803 159" 6.0 GVW 14,200. THE FUSE/RELAY BLOCK HAS BEEN REPLACED. PART 22767373. THE TECH HAS MADE A COMMENT ON THE INVOICE. THE ORIGINAL FUSE BLOCK HAD A LACK OF VOLTAGE TO VARIOUS COMPONENTS AND MAY CAUSE FUTURE ELECTRICAL FAILURES DUE TO THIS.THE VEHICLE HAS 9100 MI ON IT. THIS FUSE BLOCK(UNDERHOOD) HAS BEEN A PROBLEM IN MANY VEHICLES INCLUDING AMBULANCES. NOT GOOD, AS IT CAN CAUSE THE VEHICLE NOT TO START OR LOOSE POWER. THIS IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM AND NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED.
COMPLAINT 11102768 FILED PREVIOUSLY FOR CRANKSHAFT SENSOR AND CAMSHAFT SENSORS. NEW COMPLAINT : VEHICLE WOULD NOT START 7/11/2018. CALLED CHEVY DEALER. WAS TOLD TO REMOVE AND REPLACE RELAY IN FUSE BLOCK. VEHICLE STARTED. DEALER INFORMED US THAT THEY HAVE HAD TO REPLACE FAULTY FUSE BLOCK IN MANY SIMILAR VEHICLES. OUR VEHICLE IS A 2013 CHEVY EXPRESS CUTAWAY 4500. MODEL G33803 159" 6.0 GVW 14,200. IT IS A FOREST RIVER SUNSEEKER RV. THEY HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THEM IN AMBULANCES AND OTHER HEAVY TRUCKS. THE PART NUMBER FOR THE FUSE/RELAY BLOCK IS 22767373 THIS ITEM IS NOT ON RECALL LIST. PLEASE HELP. THE VEHICLE HAS JUST OVER 9000 MILES ON IT AND THESE ITEMS ARE MAJOR, POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS PROBLE
DRIVING ALONG INTERSTATE 10 OUR MOTOR HOME BEGAN TO SHAKE LIKE TIRES BEING OUT OF BALANCE. I STOPPED AT EXPRESS TIRE IN FREDERICKSBURG, TX. THEY FOUND THAT THE TREAD WAS SEPARATING ON THREE OF THE SIX TIRES. BECAUSE WE WERE TRAVELING I ONLY REPLACED THE THREE PROBLEM TIRES. CONTINUING OUR TRIP WE TRAVELED ANOTHER 1,000 MILES AND A FOURTH TIRE SEPARATED. AT THAT TIME I WAS ONLY 200 MILES FROM RETURNING HOME SO HAD THE SPARE PUT ON AND CONTINUED HOME WITH NO FURTHER PROBLEMS. I DO INTEND ON PURCHASING FOUR MORE NEW TIRES BEFORE OUR NEXT TRIP.
2013 Chevrolet Express questions
Does the 2013 Chevrolet Express have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Express: Fire extinguisher may clog or fail to discharge in a fire; Undersized CNG fuel-only label may raise fire risk; Fuel System, Other; Air Bags:Frontal; Fuel System, Other. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Express?
Based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (7), Service Brakes (6), Electrical System (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.