2009 Chevrolet Express 1500

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2009 Chevrolet Express 1500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:29:04.661Z

Only 5 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 5 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, 2009 highlighted. 1996: 4 complaints 1996 1999: 4 complaints 2000: 6 complaints 2000 2001: 5 complaints 2002: 10 complaints 2002 2003: 18 complaints 2004: 12 complaints 2004 2005: 10 complaints 2006: 5 complaints 2006 2007: 5 complaints 2008: 9 complaints 2008 2009: 5 complaints 2009 2010: 4 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2012: 2 complaints 2012 2014: 10 complaints 2014
2009: 5 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 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

2 of 5 total reports mention: air bags.

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I'M FROM AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. I HAVE RECENTLY HAD PROBLEMS WITH THIS 2009 EXPRESS VAN. IT HAS FOR NO REASON THAT I CAN TELL. DEPLOYED THE SIDE AIR BAGS WHILE BACKING THE VEHICLE UP A DRIVEWAY @ LESS THAN 5 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140513

TIRES

1 of 5 total reports mentions: tires.

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WHILE CHECKING THE TIRE PRESSURE OF A CUSTOMER'S VEHICLE THE TPMS SENSOR AND AIR VALVE BROKE CAUSING THE TIRE TO DEFLATE. THE TIRE HAD TO BE REPAIRED AT A TIRE REPAIR SHOP. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20130823

STEERING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.

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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS 1500 STABILITRAK 4WD. THE CONTACT STATED THE INTERIOR PAINT WAS PEELING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN BENEATH THE POWER STEERING RESERVOIR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100714

SEAT BELTS

1 of 5 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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I'M FROM AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP. I HAVE RECENTLY HAD PROBLEMS WITH THIS 2009 EXPRESS VAN. IT HAS FOR NO REASON THAT I CAN TELL. DEPLOYED THE SIDE AIR BAGS WHILE BACKING THE VEHICLE UP A DRIVEWAY @ LESS THAN 5 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140513

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2009 Chevrolet Express 1500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for tires issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Express 1500?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 Chevrolet Express 1500 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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