2015 Chevrolet Express Problems & Complaints

Better than average41% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Express at the same age

Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2015 Chevrolet Express with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 41% fewer than a typical Express model year at the same age, making the 2015 one of the better Express years. The most reported problem area is the suspension (2 complaints, typically around 0 miles). 3 recalls cover this model year.

8complaints
3recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2015 Chevrolet Express problems

  • Suspension~0 miles
    225%
  • Brakes~49,000 miles
    225%
  • Electrical system~37,000 miles
    225%
  • Locks & latches~37,000 miles
    225%
  • Wheels & tires
    113%
  • Body & structure~26,000 miles
    113%
  • Engine & cooling~24,000 miles
    113%
  • Fuel & propulsion system~20,000 miles
    113%

Share of the 8 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Chevrolet Express complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Chevrolet Express. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best Express years: 2025, 2012, 2015. Years to avoid: 2013, 2020, 2000, 1999, 2002. Compare all years →

2015 Chevrolet Express recalls (3)

Visibility › Power window devices and controls

NHTSA recall 18V-295 · May 3, 2018 · 207,483 vehicles

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles equipped with power windows. Liquid may leak into the driver's power window switch and cause corrosion, resulting in high electrical resistance.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side window switch, free of charge. The recall began August 10, 2018.

Equipment

NHTSA recall 18V-267 · Apr 26, 2018 · 6,154 vehicles

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2018.

Tires › Pressure monitoring and regulating systems

NHTSA recall 16V-184 · Apr 1, 2016 · 321 vehicles

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana incomplete vehicles equipped with a 159 inch wheel base manufactured August 2, 2013, to January 30, 2016. The affected vehicles were shipped to final stage manufacturers without a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install the hardware and software necessary to equip the vehicles with a TPMS, free of charge. The recall began on May 25, 2016.

NHTSA defect investigations

Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2015 Chevrolet Express:

Sale of noncompliant school bus

NHTSA investigation AQ18006 · opened Dec 1, 2018 · open

NHTSA's Office of Chief Counsel received a report from a private attorney representing the estate of a child passenger in a 15 passenger van who died in a crash allegedly occurring when the van was being employed by a school district for student transportation.

2015 Chevrolet Express engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cylCVTFWD24 / 26 / 25
6.0L 8-cyl6-speed automaticRWD11 / 16 / 13
4.8L 8-cyl6-speed automaticRWD11 / 17 / 13

EPA ratings. Class: Van.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2015 Chevrolet Express a good car?

Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 Express rates better than average: 41% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Express at the same age. It is one of the best Express years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Chevrolet Express?

The suspension — 2 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the brakes (2) and electrical system (2).

How many recalls does the 2015 Chevrolet Express have?

There are 3 recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Express, the most recent from May 3, 2018 (power window devices and controls). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet Express?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2025, 2012 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2013, 2020, 2000, 1999 and 2002. See the full Chevrolet Express years comparison.

At what mileage do 2015 Chevrolet Express problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 24,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.