2003 Chevrolet Express 2500

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2003 Chevrolet Express 2500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:29:00.485Z

Only 12 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 12 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 2500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1998: 3 complaints 1998 1999: 0 complaints 2000: 2 complaints 2000 2001: 2 complaints 2002: 1 complaints 2002 2003: 12 complaints 2003 2004: 8 complaints 2004 2005: 9 complaints 2006: 13 complaints 2006 2007: 7 complaints 2008: 7 complaints 2008 2009: 2 complaints 2010: 7 complaints 2010 2011: 3 complaints 2023: 1 complaints 2023
2003: 12 complaints
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YearComplaints
19983
19990
20002
20012
20021
200312
20048
20059
200613
20077
20087
20092
20107
20113
20231

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

3 of 12 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

STRUCTURE

2 of 12 total reports mention: structure.

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I WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AT THE SPEED OF 50 MPH AND THE VAN SUDDENLY BEGAN TO VIOLENTLY SHAKE AND SHUDDER FROM THE FRONT WHEELS AND UP AND INCLUDING THE SHAKE OF THE STEERING WHEEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141121

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

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TL*- THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES ON THE 2003 CHEVROLET EXPRESS WERE DEFECTIVE DUE TO A PROGRAM ERROR IN THE ABS COMPUTER SYSTEM PER GENERAL MOTORS. THEREWAS NOT FAILURE TO DATE, BUT THE CONTACTWAS CONCERNED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070123

SUSPENSION

1 of 12 total reports mentions: suspension.

STEERING

1 of 12 total reports mentions: steering.

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I WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AT THE SPEED OF 50 MPH AND THE VAN SUDDENLY BEGAN TO VIOLENTLY SHAKE AND SHUDDER FROM THE FRONT WHEELS AND UP AND INCLUDING THE SHAKE OF THE STEERING WHEEL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141121

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 2500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06E043000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Chevrolet Express 2500?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Chevrolet Express 2500 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.