Is the 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Express?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Express have?

8 recalls on file for this model year.

2013 Chevrolet Express

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2013 Chevrolet Express
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:45:32.464Z

Only 22 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 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 22
Recalls: 8
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2013: 22 complaints

View as data table

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	18
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	17
2021	13
2022	4
2023	2
2024	1
2025	0
2026	0

Known problem areas

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

7 of 22 total reports mention: engine.

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The transmission is slipping and I only have 77,000 miles. Is this normal? The van is only a 2013 model.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-28

Also filed under Power train

Service brakes

6 of 22 total reports mention: service brakes.

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2013 coachmen freelander -Chevrolet Express 4500 cutaway. Mileage -19,662; brake line rusted out and brake fluid leaked out. Brakes failed while on the road, warning message "Service brakes'".

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-11

Electrical system

5 of 22 total reports mention: electrical system.

Fuel/propulsion system

3 of 22 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

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This is a c class rv by thor motor coach. The coach serial number is [xxx]. The vehicle would not take fuel. I bought it to two Chevrolet dealers who would not look at it because it had a motorhome body.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-05-10

Electronic stability control (esc)

2 of 22 total reports mention: electronic stability control (esc).

Safety timeline

8 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2013-01-17Power train, steering13V001000 General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Express, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, and Tahoe; and GMC…

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2013. Chevrolet owners may call…

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2013-02-08Electrical system13V010000 General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Express vehicles manufactured November 1, 2012, through December 21, 2012; and model year 2013 GMC Savana vehicles, manufactured…

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition lock cylinder and the two associated keys. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2013. For…

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2013-05-10Electrical system, seats13V147000 Explorer Van Company, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 Explorer and Explorer Limited SE vehicles built on GMC Savana and Chevrolet Express chassis, manufactured August 1, 2012, through…

Remedy: Explorer Van Company will notify owners, and dealers will secure the seat wiring harness. Any damaged seat wiring harnesses will be replaced. These services will be completed free of charge. The…

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2013-08-05Fuel system, other13V225000 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…

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…

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2014-05-19Air bags14V117000 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.

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2015-02-13Fuel system, other14V500000 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.

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2015-12-03Equipment13V544000 General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD, Chevrolet Express, and GMC Sierra HD vehicles, and model year 2013 GMC Savana compressed natural gas (CNG)…

Remedy: GM will notify owners and will send them a replacement label, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer…

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2018-06-11Equipment18V267000 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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2013 Chevrolet Express — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine: 7 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 6 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 13V001000 · Power train, steering
Recall 13V010000 · Electrical system
Recall 13V147000 · Electrical system, seats
Recall 13V225000 · Fuel system, other
Recall 14V117000 · Air bags
Recall 14V500000 · Fuel system, other
Recall 13V544000 · Equipment
Recall 18V267000 · Equipment

FAQ

Is the 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Express?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Express have?: 8 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.