2000 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.
24% of complaints: service brakes — 20 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
1 OF MANY ISSUES WITH THIS VAN. 62000 MILES. REAR BRAKE LINE BLEW, LUCKILY IN MY DRIVEWAY. UPON INSPECTION ALL THE LINES IN THE REAR NEED REPLACED. FUNNY THING IS THE BOTTOMSIDE OF THE VAN IS AS CLEAN AS CAN BE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140712
17% of complaints: tires — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing tread/belt and temporary/emergency spare tire.
Show complaint excerpts
Driving around 45 mph on an open road, driver's rear tire thread separated from tire, damaged rear bumper and frame, the detached thread COULD have damaged other cars behind me (thankfully it did not), there were no warning lamps and tires were in...
NHTSA ODI report, 20210912
12% of complaints: seats — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing power adjust and recliner.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MY WIFE WAS SITTING IN THE DRIVER SEAT OF THE VAN. THE VAN WAS PARKED. HER LEG MADE CONTACT WITH THE POWER SEAT CONTROL MOVING THE SEAT FORWARD AND TRAPPING HER IN THE VEHICLE WITH HER KNEE STUCK UNDER THE DASHBOARD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20020110
CONSUMER STATES THAT DRIVER SEAT CAME OFF THE TRACKS CAUSING THE SEAT TO MOVE BACKWARD AND FORWARD. TS
NHTSA ODI report, 20021028
10% of complaints: seat belts — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing retractor and buckle assembly.
8% of complaints: structure — 7 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hinge and attachments and door.
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
HYDRAULIC PUMP FAILRES
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2000 Chevrolet Express — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (20 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for tires issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seats issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 00V085000 (steering) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Express?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2000 Chevrolet Express have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.