2000 Chevrolet Express problems
Owners have filed 103 complaints about the 2000 Chevrolet Express with NHTSA. Service brakes, hydraulic account for 20.4% of them — the clear leader, ahead of tires at 13.6%.
Complaints103
Crashes2
Fires1
Injuries1
Deaths0
What owners report breaking
Service brakes, hydraulic 20.4% · 21
Tires 13.6% · 14
Seats 9.7% · 10
Seat belts 7.8% · 8
Structure 6.8% · 7
Suspension 5.8% · 6
Steering 4.9% · 5
Power train 4.9% · 5
Severity
Of those complaints, 2 describe a crash, 1 describe a fire and 1 report an injury.
Reading the numbers
Filing volume has held steady, 3 in the last three years against 3 in the three before.
The median odometer reading at the time of complaint was 54,960 miles.
In owners' own words
Vehicle has been in repair shop three times pertaining to brake pads . Brake pads are too weak, and there is excessive brake wear on front wheels. *Ak the dealer says that the brake is too small for the vehicle because of faulty design. Excessive brake dust accumulated on front wheel rims. Brake rotors show signs of excessive heat generated by brakes. Service brakes, hydraulic
While driving front brakes would get too hot, causing extended stopping distance. Dealer has been notified. *Ak the passenger front side wheel speed sensor melted, the rotors showed many cracks in the surface, and the caliper had been replaced. The front wheel bearings showed signs of heat. The consumer requested to be informed about this problem. *Scc Service brakes, hydraulic
While driving about 30 mph applied brakes, pedal felt spongy and went to the floor. No braking action, hit vehicle in front. $ 1200.00 Damage. Dealer said there was nothing wrong with brakes. Consumer then went to another dealer, was told rear brakes were not functional. Chevrolet took no responsibility for accident. Service brakes, hydraulic
Verbatim from NHTSA filings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
Safety recalls
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