repaired · 2020 Q4
Visibility: glass, side/rear
Risk. Tempered glass increases the risk of injury in the event of a side impact or rollover crash.
2016 Chevrolet ExpressProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 15 owner complaints about the 2016 Chevrolet Express, most often about the structure. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-267 the manufacturer reports only 14% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 7, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: 2000chevymontecarlo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Chevrolet Express has problems
15 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Structure
3Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
3Electrical system
2Engine
1Power train
1Seat belts
1Fuel system, gasoline
1Forward collision avoidance
1Suspension
22 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| 2 other systems | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2016 Chevrolet Express recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Electrical system
Risk. If the CCM overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire in the vehicle's headliner.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Visibility: power window devices and controls
Risk. High electrical resistance can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2018 Q1
Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices
Risk. If the driver does not have a clear unobstructed view to the back of the vehicle, it can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Risk. Without a TPMS, the driver would not be alerted if one or more tires became under inflated.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chevrolet.
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other Express year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Express median. How we score
'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Express owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER WAS LEAKING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE VISOR CONNECTION. WATER ALSO LEAKED ONTO THE CONTACT AND THE FLOOR. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS ALSO LEAKING. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SAWYER…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON AN INCLINE AND THE SLIDING DOOR WAS OPENED, THERE WAS NO LOCKING MECHANISM TO PROHIBIT THE SLIDING DOOR FROM CLOSING INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE DOOR CLOSED…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE DOOR CLOSED WITHOUT WARNING EVEN WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS ON AN INCLINE. THE FAILURE RECURRED FOUR TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED BY THE TECHNICIAN THAT THE DOOR WAS PERFORMING AS…
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