2013 Chevrolet Express problems & reliability
22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet Express, alongside 8 safety recall campaigns. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
1 complaint report injuries (1 injured).
Federal crash records (FARS 2020–2023): 2013 Chevrolet Express vehicles were involved in 43 fatal crashes with 16 occupant deaths. Involvement counts are not adjusted for how many are on the road and do not imply fault or a vehicle defect.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 32% |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 27% |
| Electrical System | 5 | 23% |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 14% |
| Air Bags | 2 | 9% |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 9% |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 5% |
| Power Train | 1 | 5% |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 5% |
| Tires | 1 | 5% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“The Brakes will Lock up while driving Due to an issue with the Power Brake Hydro Boost System. The Hydro Boost Control Valve will allow Pressure to apply the Brake Master Cyl. with Engine speed increasing while the vehicle is traveling in a normal Fashion. Overheating the Brake calipers to the point of Protective…”
Service Brakes · filed Oct 25, 2021
“Brakes do not release after sudden stop, three times, on highway 95. Steering wheel started trembling slowly for 10 miles and then violently, then brake pedal gets hard. Passenger side started smoking, on 8 south in ct 4/9/2020. Managed to stop van on soft shoulder. This brake system is very dangerous for me.”
Service Brakes · filed Apr 9, 2020
“Previous complaints 11102768 , 11111685 vehicle is a forest river sunseeker rv/ 2013 chevy express cutaway 4500 model g33803 159" 6.0 gvw 14,200. The fuse/relay block has been replaced. Part 22767373. The tech has made a comment on the invoice. The original fuse block had a lack of voltage to various components and…”
Electrical System · filed Jul 25, 2018
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Technical service bulletins
1,837 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 2013 Chevrolet Express. The 10 most recent:
This Preliminary information communicates direction to find information at www.gmupfitter.com for Police and Special Service Vehicles.
PIT6247B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 4, 2026
This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.
PIT3271Q · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 1, 2026
This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.
PIP6104 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 9, 2026
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
PIP4902V · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Mar 9, 2026
This PI Communications information on an alternative product dealers can use to perform 19-NA-255: Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting due to issue with getting product from current supplier…
PIT6400A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 16, 2026
This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.
PIP4902U · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jan 8, 2026
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions…
PIT5214G · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2025
This preliminary information states to reuse a fastener during a front sensor replacement due to a supply issue.
PIT6448 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 4, 2025
This preliminary information states to reuse a fastener during a front sensor replacement due to a supply issue.
PIT6448 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 30, 2025
New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH
13598 · Other · issued Sep 9, 2025
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
The 2013 Chevrolet Express has 8 NHTSA recall campaigns — recall repairs are free at franchised dealers regardless of the vehicle’s age.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →Buying a used 2013 Chevrolet Express?
- · Decode the seller’s VIN with our free VIN decoder to confirm the exact year, engine and trim.
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