MYRModel Year Report

2003 Chevrolet Express 1500

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2003 Chevrolet Express 1500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:28:37.406Z

Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Express 1500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1999: 4 complaints 2000: 6 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2002: 10 complaints 2002 2003: 18 complaints 2003 2004: 12 complaints 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 5 complaints 2008: 9 complaints 2008 2009: 5 complaints 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2014: 10 complaints 2014
2003: 18 complaints
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YearComplaints
19964
19994
20006
20015
200210
200318
200412
200510
20065
20075
20089
20095
20104
20113
20122
201410

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

5 of 18 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

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FOR SOMETIME, THERE WAS A SMELL OF GASOLINE WHEN FILLING THIS VAN, WHICH I JUST ATTRIBUTED TO A VAPOR RELEASE WHEN THE TANK WAS FULL. RECENTLY, I NOTICE GAS LEAKING UNDER THE VAN WHEN FILLING AT THE GAS STATION.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120401

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

4 of 18 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 CHEVROLET EXPRESS 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130117

ON A FEW OCCASIONS PRIOR TO LOCATING A LEAK, I NOTICED A GASOLINE SMELL. FINALLY WHEN FILLING EARLIER THIS MONTH, I SAW A LOT OF LEAKING COMING OUT OF THE FUEL FILLER TUBE, BETWEEN THE METAL TUBE AND THE PLASTIC COVER SURROUNDING THE TUBE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120522

STRUCTURE

2 of 18 total reports mention: structure.

SEAT BELTS

2 of 18 total reports mention: seat belts.

INJURY
STEERING

1 of 18 total reports mentions: steering.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20061018 — fuel system, gasoline

CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURE

Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).

Campaign 06E043000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20111214 — PE (closed 20120816)

Fuel Filler Pipe Corrosion/Leakage

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Chevrolet Express 1500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Chevrolet Express 1500 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Chevrolet Express 1500?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Chevrolet Express 1500 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.