Model-year record

2019 Chevrolet Express
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Complaints filed
11
Reports to NHTSA, 2019
Safety recalls
4
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
No data
EPA estimate
Known issues
Power Train issues lead owner complaints (36% of 11 reports), followed by service brakes (27%).
Share of all 11 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11736454, ODI 11686435, ODI 11550877, ODI 11535437.
Individual complaint reports(11)
Showing the 11 most recent reportsPower TrainMay 2026 · ODI 11736454Details +Close −
-Transmission locked - broken output shaft ring gear weld. -Yes its available for inspection. -Vehicle came to complete stop in middle of freeway as if emergency brake was applied unknowingly. Could be bad if going around corner or downhill -Problem confirmed by dealer -No -No warning signs or check engine light
- Reported
- May 2026
- Incident date
- May 2026
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Service BrakesMay 2026 · ODI 11736302Details +Close −
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Express NAV. The motorhome is a 2020 Coachman Freelander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, during the night and in the rain, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal and jerked violently. The contact jolted violently and was almost thrown off the driver's seat. The contact pulled to the side of the road. Once the vehicle was on the side of the road, the contact noticed white smoke or steam emitting from the rear of the vehicle. The contact was able to continue driving. The vehicle was towed to an independent RV mechanic who diagnosed that the entire front and rear end were damaged: brake springs, brake rotors, brake lines, and brake pads. The vehicle was repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V702000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). The contact notified the manufacturer about the loss, and the manufacturer refused to complete the recall since the vehicle was never taken to a dealer. The contact stated that none of the dealers accepted the vehicle since no lifts were available that could hold that much weight. The contact applied for reimbursement, and the manufacturer declined. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000.
- Reported
- May 2026
- Incident date
- Dec 2024
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
SteeringNov 2025 · ODI 11697388Details +Close −
Fluid leaking from hydraulic power brake booster causing longer braking distance & stiffer steering.
- Reported
- Nov 2025
- Incident date
- Nov 2025
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Power TrainSep 2025 · ODI 11686435Details +Close −
I am reporting a recurring transmission defect in my 2019 Chevy Express Cargo Van. Shortly after purchase, I noticed clunking sounds when slowing down or coming to a stop. The issue progressed into rough shifting and eventual check engine lights with codes P0722 and P0700. The dealership stated the valve body had already been replaced in 2020 and suspects the torque converter is the root cause, which is causing repeated valve body failures. These transmission failures create unsafe driving conditions, including loss of smooth deceleration and unpredictable shifting behavior. I believe this is a design flaw affecting the Hydra-Matic transmission system and may qualify as a safety risk. There are multiple class action lawsuits currently pending regarding GM’s 8-speed transmissions (Speerly v. GM; Battle v. GM), and many consumers are reporting similar symptoms.
- Reported
- Sep 2025
- Incident date
- Jul 2023
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Service BrakesMar 2025 · ODI 11649544Details +Close −
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Express. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V702000 (Service Brake, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Reported
- Mar 2025
- Incident date
- Mar 2025
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Service BrakesJan 2025 · ODI 11639642Details +Close −
Unable to get a recall remedy vehicle has been undrivable since November . With no ETA on when part will be available.
- Reported
- Jan 2025
- Incident date
- Nov 2024
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Power TrainOct 2023 · ODI 11550877Details +Close −
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Express 2500. The contact stated that while her husband was driving, the vehicle failed to accelerate after a stop. The vehicle failed to shift into reverse but continued to start. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.
- Reported
- Oct 2023
- Incident date
- Oct 2023
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Power TrainJul 2023 · ODI 11535437Details +Close −
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped with the transmission in reverse(R), the vehicle moved forward. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that there was no recall on the VIN. The failure mileage was approximately 4,783.
- Reported
- Jul 2023
- Incident date
- Jul 2023
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
StructureMar 2020 · ODI 11319117Details +Close −
WATER LEAKING INTO CAB BEHIND DRIVER SEAT SOAKING THE CARPET, CARPET IS BEGINNING TO SMELL OF MILDEW (REFUSE TO HAVE MY CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE INCASE ITS MOLD). DASH EXTENSION PIECE FAULTY AND COMES UP PAST THE DASH, BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES NO CHANGE. PAINT CHIP ON ROCK GUARD UNDER DOOR WITHIN FIRST 400 MILES.
- Reported
- Mar 2020
- Incident date
- Jul 2019
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Electrical SystemFeb 2020 · ODI 11308194Details +Close −
2019 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500 HD. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SAFETY RECALL 19V-328. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE PARTS TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WERE UNAVAILABLE. *JS
- Reported
- Feb 2020
- Incident date
- May 2019
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Electrical SystemJun 2019 · ODI 11221488 · 1 injuriesDetails +Close −
TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2019 CHEVROLET EXPRESS VAN. THE CONTACT RENTED THE VEHICLE FROM BUDGET CAR RENTAL (1919 5TH AVE, SEATTLE, WA 98101). WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A HILL, THE CONTACT'S MOTHER WAS EXITING FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR AND WITHOUT WARNING, THE SLIDING DOOR CLOSED ON THE CONTACT'S MOTHER'S RIGHT FOREARM AND CAUSED MINOR BRUISING. NO POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THERE WAS MEDICAL ATTENTION AT THE SCENE WHEN THE CONTACT INJURED HER RIGHT FOREARM. NO DEALER WAS CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 2,540. ## VIN PASSED ## 2019 CHEVROLET EXPRESS VAN ##
- Reported
- Jun 2019
- Incident date
- Jun 2019
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- 1 injuries
Recalls(4)
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EquipmentNov 2019 · 19V428000Details +Close −
Unicell Body Company Inc. (Unicell) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savanna, 2018-2019 Hino 155, Ford Econoline and Transit and Isuzu NPR, and 2018 Ram ProMaster-based vehicles equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors used to display the back-up camera image. The affected monitors may revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.
Risk: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Unicell will work with ASA Electronics to notify owners and offer a remedy, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA Electronics customer service 1-800-384-4400 or Unicell at 1-716-853-8628.
Open full NHTSA recall record →Electrical SystemJun 2019 · 19V644000Details +Close −
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. The seatbelt-unfastened warning light will not illuminate for approximately five seconds after the ignition is moved to the "on" or "start" position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: Without the seatbelt warning reminder, the driver may forget to fasten the seatbelt, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192264500.
Open full NHTSA recall record →Visibility · 19V387000Details +Close −
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. One or both of the rear-quarter windows may be tempered glass instead of laminated glass. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk: Tempered glass increases the risk of injury in the event of a side impact or rollover crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tempered glass windows with laminated glass windows, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N192218960.
Open full NHTSA recall record →Tires · 21V115000Details +Close −
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
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Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
No NHTSA crash test is on record for this year. Some vehicles and model years were not tested or do not have a published NCAP result.
Fuel economy by trim
No EPA fuel-economy record is available for this model year. Some trims and older vehicles were not tested or are not in the current EPA feed.
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2019 Chevrolet Express: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2019 Chevrolet Express?
Owners filed 11 NHTSA complaints about the 2019 Chevrolet Express. This is raw owner-reported complaint volume with no production or exposure normalization, so it is not a reliability score or a best/worst-year ranking.
What are the most common problems on the 2019 Chevrolet Express?
The most-reported problem areas are Power Train (36% of complaints) and service brakes (27%).
How many recalls does the 2019 Chevrolet Express have?
4 recalls have been issued that affect the 2019 Chevrolet Express, covering components such as equipment. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Chevrolet Express get?
EPA fuel-economy figures for the 2019 Chevrolet Express aren't available yet.