1999 Chevrolet Express 3500
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1999
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1999: 4 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 2 |
| 1998 | 3 |
| 1999 | 4 |
| 2000 | 4 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 3 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 4 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2019 | 2 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2024 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Wheels
1 of 4 total reports mentions: wheels.
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An ase/aaa certified mechanic installed a passenger car rated tire on the vehicle, inflated to 36 psi. The plate on the vehicle is for an e rated tire (Lt245/75R16E 80 psi). The tires installed were DOT R88Y 25BR0418 (Ohtsu P245/75R16).
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-05
Structure
1 of 4 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing frame and members.
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Badly rusted frame.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-06-08
Service brakes
1 of 4 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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Tl* the contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet express G3500. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the brake pedal suddenly failed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-25
Electrical system
1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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Tl* the contact owns a 1999 Chevrolet Express 3500. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to five different dealers.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-07-31
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above.…
Remedy: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.
Buy-smart checklist
1999 Chevrolet Express 3500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 1999 Chevrolet Express 3500 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 1999 Chevrolet Express 3500?
- The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Express 3500 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.