Most common 2007 Chevrolet Uplander problems
Share of the 109 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet Uplander complaints by model year
Best Uplander years: 2007, 2008. Years to avoid: 2005. Compare all years →
2007 Chevrolet Uplander recalls (1)
Suspension › Rear
The braun corporation has notified NHTSA about a defect in certain model year 2005-2008 general motors mobility conversion, handicapped accessible low floor minivans. During conversion, the driver or passenger side trailing arm modification May not have been adequately welded.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and will have a supply of retrofit parts available to remedy the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on June 4, 2010. Owners May contact braun at 1-800-488-0359.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2007 Chevrolet Uplander:
Power sliding door
Odi evaluated general motors' (GM) data, conducted consumer interviews, inspected and tested my 2005-2007 GM minivans with regard to the alleged defect of a power sliding door (psd) opening while the vehicle is out of park.odi identified a high warranty claim rate.however, these claims are related to various problems associated with doors not properly opening or closing and not specifically to doors opening while…
What 2007 Chevrolet Uplander owners say
Body & structure all 27 →
While dropping my kids off at school on January 26, 2010, my daughter closed our driver side rear sliding door of our 2007 Chevy Uplander. The whole door fell off in her hands. We took it to carmax where we bought it, along with their extended warranty, and were told that it would not be covered under the warranty. We would have to take it to a body shop to have it fixed because they could not repair it there. They charged us $87.00 to tell us this. We were also told that the only time they have seen this happen before was due to a faulty part or when the vehicle was in an accident. When we bought it in May of 2008 we were guaranteed by carmax that it was inspected for defects as well as never being in an accident. At our first oil change it was discovered to have two leaks, one in the oil reserve and one in the air conditioner unit which were covered by the original warranty of Chevy. …
I picked up my stepdaughter & her friends from the mall. My mom was in the passenger seat. My stepdaughter & her friends got in the 2nd row & 3rd row seats. We shut the door & drove off. The rear passenger door message came on & the locks started clicking. I pulled over to check the door & it was ajar. I opened the door, shut it & made sure it was closed then drove off. The whole way home the door kept clicking as if it were trying to close & the locks were trying to catch. This happened several months ago and I've been trying to get this problem fixed ever since. Every day the doors click, because the door is not completely closed. I called the dealership were I've been getting work done, because a year into having the vehicle the motors on both doors had to be replaced. …
Fuel & propulsion system
Vehicle has been experiencing faulty fuel gauge readings as well as fuel range readings, since May of 2009 (I purchased it in 2008). It has been in the dealers shop 2 dealerships, numerous times for this problems, have supposedly had the sensor changed 4 times (under warrantee) and the fifth time, they would not do anything saying that they could not find a problem. It was at that time out of warrantee. It is now in the shop again for the same issue because since the problem has never been fixed and I was told that this has been an ongoing issue with GM and they basically refuse to own up to the problem or actually fixing what needs to be done. No recall on this issue but the Chevy trailblazer has had the same identical issue and there was a recall siting a safety concern. …
I had just purchased my 2007 Chevy Uplander with a full tank of gas, so I didn't know the tank capacity or the mileage range for a full tank in this vehicle. I was traveling on I-75 southbound near cincinnati, ohio. Traffic was heavy and I was in the passing lane going 65 MPH while passing another vehicle, when my engine just simply cut out without warning. The gas gauge indicated that there was still over a quarter tank and the computer read out said, fuel range 120 miles. In order to safely get my van off the highway I had to cross over 3 lanes of traffic to get to the shoulder and pull off. I was positive I was going to be hit from behind as I tried to make it to the opposite side of the road without power. I was able to pull over and had to walk to the next exit and buy a can and gas. The entire experience was very dangerous as I was over 300 miles from home and all alone.
Electrical system
Driving down the highway and the lights in the dash started to flash and the van stalled so we pulled over to check for a reason and none were found battery connections were clean and tight. Tried to restart the van and it started up fine then smoke started to fill the interior compartment and then flames emerge from the dash so we got a safe distance from the van and called the fire department. The van was completely destroyed by the fire.
Since winter of 2012, I have replaced 3 thermostats, 2 heater coils, flushed radiator numerous times and still have no heat. Mechanic is beside himself for an answer. The radiator gets plugged up with what looks like mud, which results in another radiator flush. He says radiator is OK because it's not overheating. What am I to do? I love my van but want heat. Please help sincerely
2007 Chevrolet Uplander engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.9L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 16 / 23 / 19 |
EPA ratings. Class: Minivan.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2007 Chevrolet Uplander a good car?
Based on 109 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Uplander rates average: 31% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Uplander at the same age. It is one of the best Uplander 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 2007 Chevrolet Uplander?
The body & structure — 27 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year, most often about body › door. Next are the fuel & propulsion system (15) and electrical system (14).
How many recalls does the 2007 Chevrolet Uplander have?
There is 1 recall for the 2007 Chevrolet Uplander, the most recent from March 19, 2010 (rear). 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 Uplander?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2007 and 2008. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2005. See the full Chevrolet Uplander years comparison.
At what mileage do 2007 Chevrolet Uplander problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 55,000 miles; 47% 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.