2021 Chevrolet Express Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2021 Chevrolet Express has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (3 reports).

2Recalls
13Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2021 Chevrolet Express recalls

Battery Cable Can Short Circuit and Cause a Fire

Recall 21V189Mar 18, 202110,154 vehicles affected

Certain 2021 full-size vans with 6.6L gasoline engines may have positive battery cable terminals that contact a fuse block attachment post.

Tires May Lose Air or Separate, Risking Loss of Control

Recall 21V115Feb 25, 202133,838 vehicles affected

Certain tires on these General Motors vehicles were cured for too long during production.

Most common 2021 Chevrolet Express problems

Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Air Bags3
Service Brakes3
Tires2
Power Train2
Structure2
Steering1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

What owners report

2026-07-08, Air Bags
Vehicle Caught Fire while driving on the highway. This is the third Chevy express 2021 that caught fire in last three months. 1GB0GRFP9M1249499 - 2021 Chevy Express 3500 - Date of Fire - July 6th 2026 1GB0GRF72N1218998 - 2022 Chevy Express 3500 - Date Of Fire - April 16th 2026 1GB0GRFP0M1249665 - 2021 Chevy Express 3500 - Date Of Fire - April 18th 2026
2026-07-08, Air Bags
Vehicle Caught Fire while driving on the highway. This is the third Chevy express 2021 that caught fire in last three months. 1GB0GRFP9M1249499 - 2021 Chevy Express 3500 - Date of Fire - July 6th 2026 1GB0GRF72N1218998 - 2022 Chevy Express 3500 - Date Of Fire - April 16th 2026 1GB0GRFP0M1249665 - 2021 Chevy Express 3500 - Date Of Fire - April 18th 2026
2025-03-08, Power Train
My 2021 Chevrolet express van with an 8L90 transmission has failed after only 80k miles, willing to have it inspected. Check engine codes show P0700 and P2714 on 02/08/25. No prior warning lamps. This product has put my safety at risk due to overheating and making the vehicle go into limp mode while on public roadways. The product is known to fail for trucks alike with the same transmission but has yet to be reported for the Chevrolet express. Has only been confirmed via OBDii scanner from parts shop.
2025-03-05, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started to pull to the left, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder off the roadway. After a visual inspection, the contact stated there was smoke coming from the driver's side front brakes. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact was informed that the braking system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a case was opened, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage
2025-01-04, Service Brakes
This is a Forest River Sunseeker Motorhome on a 2021 Chevrolet Express chasis. On Friday, [XXX], after being in stop and go traffic for 10-15 minutes on [XXX] driving at 65 mph, a smell of burning brakes started filling up the motorhome. Then the vehicle started to wobble and the ABS light came on. Pulled over to the side and while applying brakes the vehicle shook/wobbled. Drove to a NTB tire store and the manager indicated it was not the tires but smelled like the brakes burning and advised not to drive it. Had it towed to Monument Chevrolet and they reported they could not replicate the problem. No repair. On [XXX] after numerous trips in RV, the exact same thing occurred. This tim

2021 Chevrolet Express questions

Does the 2021 Chevrolet Express have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2021 Chevrolet Express: Battery Cable Can Short Circuit and Cause a Fire; Tires May Lose Air or Separate, Risking Loss of Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Chevrolet Express?

Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (3), Air Bags (3), Service Brakes (3).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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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