2012 Chevrolet Express
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.
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 | 11 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 20 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 2 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 12 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
3 of 12 total reports mention: service brakes.
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PARKING BRAKE CABLE FOUND RUBBING ON THE HYDRAULIC SERVICE BRAKE LINE, FORWARD OF THE REAR AXLE ON DRIVERS SIDE OF CHASSIS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130422
VIOLENT SHAKING WHILE APPLYING BRAKES. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130112
2 of 12 total reports mention: steering.
CRASH DEATHShow complaint excerpts
UNKNOWN...THE VEHICLE VEARED OFF ROAD AN INTO ON COMING TRAFFIC. Did not seam like steering was working properly. The final out come there were 2 deceased operators. In 2 different vehicles. I'm not sure if the recalls were ever repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230813
2 of 12 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
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Vehicle is upfitted as a school bus. Forward fuel tank strap failed in operation. Our company operates more than 100 of these vehicles and we experience a failure of fuel tank straps at a rate of about one vehicle per month.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250423
Vehicle is upfitted as a school bus. Forward fuel tank strap failed in operation. Our company operates more than 100 of these vehicles and we experience a failure of fuel tank straps at a rate of about one vehicle per month.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250321
2 of 12 total reports mention: electrical system.
1 of 12 total reports mentions: suspension.
SAFETY TIMELINE
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 17, 2011. THE SECOND STAGE OF THE DUAL-STAGE AIR BAG WILL NOT INFLATE
Remedy: GM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 29, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GMC AT 1-800-462-8782 OR CHEVROLET AT 1
Campaign 11V543000 — check if this car was fixed
GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND SUBURBAN VEHICLES, AND GMC SAVANA AND YUKON XL HEAVY DUTY VEHICLES. THE STEERING GEAR PITMAN SHAFT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADE
Remedy: GM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING GEAR AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR PITMAN SHAFT. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPE
Campaign 12V112000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) and IMPCO Automotive Division of IMPCO Technologies, Inc. (IMPCO) are recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana Cargo vans that have a compressed
Remedy: GM will notify owners and GM dealers/fleets will perform the remedy which will include replacing the solenoid assemblies and fuel pump fuses and adjusting the wiring routing. The recall began on Augu
Campaign 13V225000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans manufactured January 27, 2009, through March 7, 2014 with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds and less and equipped with front...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will modify the passenger instrument panel free of charge. Notices to the owners of the heavy duty vans were mailed on April 28, 2014. The recall began on May 19, 2014. Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438.
Campaign 14V117000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Chevrolet Express compressed natural gas (CNG)vehicles manufactured September 10, 2010, to April 28, 2014, and GMC Savana CNG vehicles manufactured May 23, 2011, to April 21, 2014.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure regulator, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782.
Campaign 14V500000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2018.
Campaign 18V267000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2012 Chevrolet Express — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (2 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11V543000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 12V112000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V225000 (fuel system, other) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V117000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V500000 (fuel system, other) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V267000 (equipment) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Express?
The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Chevrolet Express have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.