2007 Chevrolet Express
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 2007 Chevrolet Express. Newest first.
Main mobility IS recalling 185 model year 2005 through 2009 chevrolet express and GMC savana vans manufactured between april 1, 2005 and june 25, 2009, equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles."…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
Main mobility IS working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.
Main mobility IS recalling 185 model year 2005 through 2009 chevrolet express and GMC savana vans manufactured between april 1, 2005 and june 25, 2009, equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles."…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
Main mobility IS working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097). owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.
Cummings IS recalling 42 my 2006-2008 ford E150, E350, chevrolet express, my 2006 ford E250, GMC savanna, dodge sprinter conversion vans, and my 2007 newmar dutchstar motor homes equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installation…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
Cummings IS working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or cummings at 1-763-498-7887.
Cummings IS recalling 42 my 2006-2008 ford E150, E350, chevrolet express, my 2006 ford E250, GMC savanna, dodge sprinter conversion vans, and my 2007 newmar dutchstar motor homes equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Remedy
Cummings IS working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097). owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or cummings at 1-763-498-7887.
Owner complaints
18 complaints1 involved a crash1 involved a fire1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Tires › Tread/belt
Tread belt separated on highway. LT225/75R 16
- Electrical system › Instrument panel › Speedometer/odometer
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2007 Chevrolet Express. It was later discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 71,000; and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 230,000.
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear passenger side wheel locked without warning. The vehicle was taken to the nearest service station where the rear brakes were replaced. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer where it…
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear passenger side wheel locked without warning. The vehicle was taken to the nearest service station where the rear brakes were replaced. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS system module needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was repaired however, the contact stated that six months later the failure recurred. No warning lights was illuminated. The contact then stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he then depressed the brake pedal to stop the vehicle however, after the accelerator pedal was depressed, he noticed a substantial drag and failed to accelerate. The dealer was notified of the failure, but no further assistance was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
- Tires
Update to case 11444012 I replaced the 2 tires and Goodyear inspected my other tires and said no problem selling 3 year old tires. Now another one of these tires is cracking. I have removed the tire and it's a clear defect causing cracks and bubbles. 245/75R16 111T SL WRL AT ADVENTURE OWL Tire…
Update to case 11444012 I replaced the 2 tires and Goodyear inspected my other tires and said no problem selling 3 year old tires. Now another one of these tires is cracking. I have removed the tire and it's a clear defect causing cracks and bubbles. 245/75R16 111T SL WRL AT ADVENTURE OWL Tire failed on the inside side wall while the Van was parked for about 2 hours. Tires were purchased in 2019 but has a built year of 2016. AAA service inspected the Van and could not locate reason for issue. I also examined Ring video footage during the event and did not see anything near the Vehicle at the time of the event
- Tires
245/75R16 111T SL WRL AT ADVENTURE OWL Tire failed on the inside side wall while the Van was parked for about 2 hours. Tires were purchased in 2019 but has a built year of 2016. AAA service inspected the Van and could not locate reason for issue. I also examined Ring video footage during the event and did not see anything near the Vehicle at the time of the event
- Service brakes
2007 chevrolet gm3500. Consumer writes in regards to braking system failure. the consumer stated while driving the brakes locked up. The consumer was able to pull the vehicle to the shoulder. The brake lights did not illuminate. After sitting a few minutes, the vehicle went back to normal…
2007 chevrolet gm3500. Consumer writes in regards to braking system failure. the consumer stated while driving the brakes locked up. The consumer was able to pull the vehicle to the shoulder. The brake lights did not illuminate. After sitting a few minutes, the vehicle went back to normal operation. The brake failure would continue to occur often. The consumer stated the engime light would illuminate when the failure occured. The vehicle was repaired following a service bulletin, but was too soon to tell if the failure would recur.
- Exterior lighting
Light switch IS malfunctioning, I replaced it approximately 3 years ago and I am experiencing the same problem. I think it's a manufactures defaults.
- Structure › Body
The paint was constantly peeling off. big splotches from hood would fly up to windshield and distract while driving. I have recently had whole van painted in order to prevent any more of this.these bare spots were rusting badly also. Very disappointed in this. I am seeing many other vans in town that have the same issue.
- Electrical system
Electric window/mirror control panel affixed to the interior of the driver's side door. electrical thermal event causing smoke and physical damage to the interior side of the door and electrical control cluster and wiring. vehicle was in use but was not in motion and off roadway. control panel…
Electric window/mirror control panel affixed to the interior of the driver's side door. electrical thermal event causing smoke and physical damage to the interior side of the door and electrical control cluster and wiring. vehicle was in use but was not in motion and off roadway. control panel aftermarket installation prior to purchase. no previous maintenance/repair work performed on door or door control panel. prior to the event, rain water was observed dripping on to the control panel from the roof which overhangs the door when the door was in the open position. we've experienced with other similar make/model school buses electrical shorts in the driver's side door control panel, which did not result in a 'thermal event" nor fire as experienced on 3/27/18, but did require repairs.
- Suspension › Front › Hub · Wheels
TL* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet express. While driving at an unknown speed, the ABS warning light illuminated. After all the passengers exited the vehicle, the front passenger side tire exploded and caught on fire. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to an…
TL* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet express. While driving at an unknown speed, the ABS warning light illuminated. After all the passengers exited the vehicle, the front passenger side tire exploded and caught on fire. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the hub bearing was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 34,000.
- Engine
#8 cylinder intake valve spring failure resulting in the destruction of intake manifold. cost to replace spring and manifold came to$1200.00 very un happy. Why does some companies use inferior parts resulting in costing me hundreds. *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet express van. The contact stated that the air bag sensor light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the front bumper air bag sensor had malfunctioned due to an electrical short caused by moisture damage. The air bag sensor…
TL* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet express van. The contact stated that the air bag sensor light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the front bumper air bag sensor had malfunctioned due to an electrical short caused by moisture damage. The air bag sensor was replaced and the defect was remedied. The manufacturer was notified and no solution was offered. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 66,000.
- Service brakes
Mounting brackets for both front brake caliper hoses were bent forward, causing hoses to contact insides of front tires when wheels were turned. right/passenger hose wore through, causing loss of brake fluid and loss of braking. driver managed to stop vehicle safely. vehicle was then towed to shop for repairs. *tr
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet express. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle hesitated to shift gears with the illumination of the check engine light. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was stated that the transmission needed to be…
TL* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet express. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle hesitated to shift gears with the illumination of the check engine light. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 64,000. *tr
- Air bags
Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet express. The contact stated he was involved in a crash while driving approximately 35 mph and the air bags did not deploy. A police report was not filed but the driver sustained minor injuries. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence and was not examined for the cause of failure. The vehicle was not repaired. Updated 07/08/11*lj updated 07/22/11
- Service brakes, hydraulic
TL* the contact owns a 2007 cheverolet express. The contact was driving approximately 45 mph down a steep grade on a mountainous road. When the brake pedal was depressed, the ABS warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle began to shake violently. The ABS light remained illuminated until the…
TL* the contact owns a 2007 cheverolet express. The contact was driving approximately 45 mph down a steep grade on a mountainous road. When the brake pedal was depressed, the ABS warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle began to shake violently. The ABS light remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired for the failure and the manufacturer was not made aware of the defect. The failure mileage was 3,000.
- Air bags
The air bag light in the instrument panel IS constantly on. The passenger air bag status light IS constantly reporting no passenger, even with an adult passenger seated. I have paid $100 for diagnostics by the dealership. They say that none of the air bags will deploy in case of a collision. The…
The air bag light in the instrument panel IS constantly on. The passenger air bag status light IS constantly reporting no passenger, even with an adult passenger seated. I have paid $100 for diagnostics by the dealership. They say that none of the air bags will deploy in case of a collision. The dealership says this defect IS not under gm warranty and estimates the repair at $1000. This car never had any collision. It even does not have any dent. Did you get other complaints? IS this acceptable? *Tr
- Exterior lighting
Mostly I have been noticing that many of the newer cars (american made) no longer are using yellow turn signals at the rear of the cars. why IS this? *Tr
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11011782This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2. There are 5 terminated leads in a package part number is 13505346, which can be ordered through your normal General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales parts channel.
- 11010544This service bulletin explains how to measure for oil consumption and possible reasons for loss of oil.
- 11009531This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11009156This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 11009088This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be accompanied by a clunk noise. This is a slight movement that is more often seen visually, rather than felt, when viewed from the outside and using the auto-start feature, if equipped.
- 11008956This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11007936This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007935This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007744This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007743This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007208This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 11007196This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes B3055, B3060, and/or B3935. Technician should not replace any parts for this concern. If unable to duplicate the concern ask if the customer uses any Radio Frequency Identification Devices when the concern is present. Dealer should also direct their customers to the appropriate section in the Owner manuals that references that the device complies.
- 11007116This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11007091This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11006682This service bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.
- 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
- 11006421GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
- 11004761This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 11004727This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
- 11001321This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11000576This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
- 11000162The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
- 11000158This service bulletin includes information on Interior Cleaning - Instrument Panel (IP), Hard or Plastic Surfaces, Seats, Carpet, Leather, Vinyl, Fabric Cleaner, Stain Remover, Restorer - Product Availability.
- 11000119This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10253770This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).
- 10252735This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
- 10252163XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
- 10251890This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 10251888This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
- 10250775This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10250347This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns for Canadian Dealers only.
- 10250013High Voltage Safety ? High Voltage Disabling
- 10249980This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit to effectively diagnosis vehicles. Technician should drive the vehicle will using the Pico Oscilloscope to record data. After the data is recorded it should be reviewed to determine the root cause of the concern. If a repair attempt made the concern better but not eliminated or had no affect at all, and are requesting assistance from General Motors Technical Assistance Center record another Pico file and save it to the computer. After the new Pico Oscilloscope data has been saved email the data to General Motors Technical Assistance Center in the subject line include ?Vibration? ?Business Associate Code? and the last 8 of the Vehicle Identification Number.
- 10249590This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10249579This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10249535This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
- 10249295This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2. There are 5 terminated leads in a package part number is 13505346, which can be ordered through your normal General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales parts channel.
- 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
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