Fuel System complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | Share of year's complaints | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | 31% | 5,000 miles |
| 2020 | 1 | 6% | — |
| 2016 | 1 | 7% | 1,000 miles |
| 2015 | 1 | 13% | 20,000 miles |
| 2014 | 4 | 29% | 26,000 miles |
| 2013 | 4 | 18% | 3,000 miles |
| 2012 | 2 | 15% | — |
| 2011 | 3 | 25% | 115,000 miles |
| 2010 | 1 | 7% | — |
| 2008 | 2 | 14% | 123,000 miles |
| 2005 | 2 | 9% | 130,000 miles |
| 2004 | 4 | 19% | 19,000 miles |
| 2003 | 11 | 19% | 125,000 miles |
| 2002 | 5 | 9% | 64,000 miles |
| 2001 | 5 | 11% | 62,000 miles |
| 2000 | 5 | 6% | 61,000 miles |
| 1999 | 1 | 1% | — |
| 1998 | 2 | 9% | — |
| 1997 | 3 | 10% | 81,000 miles |
| 1996 | 3 | 20% | — |
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated while driving out of the driveaway, the vehicle shut off inadvertently and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump control module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the failure recurred. The contact was unable to pull to the side of the roadway. The vehicle was towed to a second dealer, Auto Gallery Chevrolet Buick GMC (1415 Lafayette Pkwy, LaGrange, GA 30241) and the contact was informed that the dealer could not repair the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle would be towed to another dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 5,000.
The fuel pump power control module in this vehicle has caused the fuel pump to fail or operate intermittently, interrupting the flow of fuel to the engine. When the engine does not receive adequate fuel, the vehicle has unexpectedly stalled. This has happened several times. At times has seen a check engine light or experienced a rough running engine. The vehicle may also be A vehicle stall without warning could increase the risk of a crash, especially at high speeds. This vehicle has been taken to a GM or Chevrolet service center twice for this problem. The first time, the fuel pump module was replaced. The second time, there was wiring that was bad that had to be traced down that was related to the fuel pump module failing. It has now happened a third time, while driving down the road, the vehicle suddenly shuts off. It has less than 5,000 miles on the engine. …
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic where it was discovered that the fuel regulator was leaking. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V500000 (Fuel System, Other). The vehicle was then towed to a dealer however, the dealer refused to service the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired and remained with the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.
Vehicle will shut off while driving. No warning signs. Will lose all power steering and unstable control. Will not start after it shuts down for up to 24hrs. This vehicle also has a history of hard/trouble starting. When it turns over is will go into protection mode "loss of power". This problem started at 3,178 miles and has continued regularly up to the current 26, 050 miles. Jack wilson Chevrolet of saint augustine has attempted to repair this vehicle eleven (11) times since the 2nd day after purchase. After obtaining all service records since this vehicle was new there have been 24 attempts at repairing this vehicle with no success. Here is a list of repairs pulled from GM workbench service records. Continual check engine light. Dealer cannot find the issue. To date - I sold the vehicle back to dealer, they are selling, so it will be back on the road. …
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 problems. Thank you
This is a c class rv by thor motor coach. The coach serial number is [redacted]. The vehicle would not take fuel. I bought it to two Chevrolet dealers who would not look at it because it had a motorhome body. One dealer hooked it up to a fault finder and found there was a fuel venting problem. They said it looked like the motor coach manufacturer had changed the fuel venting system and moved the tank. I finally was serviced, under warranty, by an rv dealer in tulsa oklahoma. They told me the fuel tank had been moved which caused a kink in the fuel filler hose to the tank. They told me this was solved by cutting a section of the fuel filler hose to make it shorter and eliminating the kink. My concern is in a rollover accident will fuel now leak? This is a medium duty Chevrolet chassis so I don't really know if the same standards apply as do cars re. …
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.
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, [phone]) 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 mileage was 115,000.
Related recalls (6)
Fuel system, other
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chevrolet Express compressed natural gas (CNG)vehicles manufactured September 10, 2010, to April 28, 2014, and GMC Savana CNG vehicles manufactured May 23, 2011, to April 21, 2014. The affected vehicles may leak natural gas from the CNG high pressure regulator.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure regulator, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2013.
Fuel system, other
General Motors LLC (GM) and IMPCO Automotive Division of IMPCO Technologies, Inc. (IMPCO) are recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana Cargo vans that have a compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system installed as original equipment by IMPCO.
Remedy: GM will notify owners and GM dealers/fleets will perform the remedy which will include replacing the solenoid assemblies and fuel pump fuses and adjusting the wiring routing. The recall began on August 5, 2013.
Fuel system, other › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2011 Chevrolet Express vehicles converted by Impco Automotive to run compressed natural gas (CNG), manufactured between November 23, 2010 and December 23, 2010 and equipped with a four tank configuration using a pressure relief device (PRD) and pressure relief vent pipe assembly.
Remedy: Impco Automotive, in cooperation with General Motors will inspect and make any necessary repairs on the pressure relief device and vent pipe assembly. The safety recall began on March 28, 2013.
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with a left side cargo door, and originally sold or currently registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey,…
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuel filler neck, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 1, 2012.
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage
GM is recalling 567 my 2008 Chevrolet express and GMC savana cutaway vehicles with a 139" wheel base. The frame rail on the driver's side May be wider than specification.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the clearance between the frame rail and fuel tank housing and will rework the frame rail if necessary free of charge. The recall began on July 30, 2008.
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Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Passenger vans. These vans experience fuel odors or leakage.
Remedy: Dealers will install a revised evaporative emission pipe assembly.
NHTSA investigations
Fuel Filler Pipe Corrosion/Leakage
On August 7, 2012 General Motors (GM) notified the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) that it will conduct a safety related recall for model year (MY) 2003-2004 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles.The recall affects vehicles equipped with a left side cargo door and that were originally sold or currently registered in the corrosion or salt-belt states of Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois,…
Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Express years have fuel system problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2003 (11), 2000 (5), 2001 (5) and 2002 (5) model years. Fuel System complaints make up 19% of all complaints for the 2003.
Is there a recall for Chevrolet Express fuel system problems?
Yes — 6 recalls, including 14V-500 (fuel system, other, Aug 13, 2014); 13V-225 (fuel system, other, May 15, 2013); 13V-080 (hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, Mar 8, 2013). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Chevrolet Express fuel system problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 69,000 miles; 36% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the fuel injection system (9 mentions), followed by the delivery › fuel pump (8).
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.