1998 Chevrolet Express 2500
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1998: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 2 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 3 |
| 2023 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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Hydraulic brake lines failed while in a parking lot. Driving about 20 MPH, applied the brakes and pedal went to the floor. Held brake pedal to the floor and the vehicle eventually stopped.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-02
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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Pmd pump mounted driver failure has happened several times, made by stanadyne,
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-17
Also filed under Engine and electrical system
Engine
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine.
Electrical system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Air bags
1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.
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I opened the passenger side door of my vehicle and leaned into the van to start my vehicle. The middle of my back was touching the bar above the airbag compartment when the airbag went off directly into by back.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-03-09
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 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 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Chevrolet Express 2500 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.