1999 Chevrolet Express
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 1 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 29 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 68 |
| 2000 | 84 |
| 2001 | 45 |
| 2002 | 55 |
| 2003 | 58 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 23 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 17 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
16% of complaints: service brakes — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
13% of complaints: tires — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tread/belt.
10% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing wiring and ignition.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
WIRING HARNESS UNDER FUSE BLOCK AT DRIVERS FEET NOT PROPERLY SECURED BY S-CLIP AND WIRES RUB AGAINST ACCESS HOLE IN SHEET METAL CAUSING SHORT IN TURN SIGNAL OR 4-WAY FLASHER CIRCUIT CAUSING FIRE. VEHICLE IS MARK III CONVERSION. *NLM
NHTSA ODI report, 20030619
10% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing differential unit and manual transmission.
9% of complaints: structure — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hinge and attachments.
SAFETY TIMELINE
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VANS EQUIPPED WITH A BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE THAT CAN SEPARATE FROM THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER FLUID FLOW SWITCH
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR THREE SCREW CLAMPS TO THE POWER STEERING HOSE JOINTS. IF THE CLAMPS ARE NOT THE SCREW TYPE, DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CLAMPS.
Campaign 00V085000 — check if this car was fixed
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
Campaign 09E012000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1999 Chevrolet Express — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (9 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V085000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09E012000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1999 Chevrolet Express 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?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Chevrolet Express have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.