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2014 Chevrolet Express Owner Complaints

Updated May 30, 20262 Critical Recalls
Daniel Wilson

Complaint Summary

The 2014 Chevrolet Express has 18 reported complaints.

  • Top issues involve air bags and electrical system.

Reliability Score

Reliability Score

7.8/ 10

Based on 18 complaints

Most Frequent Issues

AIR BAGS

3 16.7%

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 16.7%

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

3 16.7%

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

2 11.1%

SEAT BELTS

1 5.6%

Quick Insights

  • The top category is AIR BAGS, accounting for 16.7% of all complaints.

  • Owners have reported issues across 11 distinct vehicle systems.

  • Note: Complaint data reflects owner reports and may not always indicate a verified defect. Compare with Recalls and TSBs for a complete picture.

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Complaint Summary

What owners keep reporting on the 2014 Chevrolet Express

The 2014 Chevrolet Express has 18 owner complaints in this dataset. AIR BAGS is the most common complaint category, representing about 17% of the reports shown here.

Most common complaint categories

The top complaint groups for the 2014 Chevrolet Express are AIR BAGS (3), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (3), FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (3).

Are these complaints a serious red flag?

Potentially. 13 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems like brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection.

What should buyers inspect on a used 2014 Chevrolet Express?

Start with the top complaint systems, compare them against the recall report, then inspect service records for evidence that those same areas were already repaired or monitored.

Read the full buyer guideRecall report and remedy notesMaintenance costs and intervals2013 Express complaints2015 Express complaints2016 Express complaints

Detailed Complaint Log

Showing 11 of 11 systems

AIR BAGS

3 Reports17% of total

Previewing the first 2 complaint summaries.

I HAVE BEEN WAITING OVER 5 WEEKS FOR THE PARTS TO COME IN TO CHAMPION CHEVROLET IN JOHNSON CITY TN BUT EVERY TIME I CALL THEY SAY THAT GM HAS NOT SENT THE PARTS TO FIX THE AIRBAG THAT IS ON RECALL. WHY MUST I WAIT THIS LONG TO HAVE A SAFETY ISSUE CORRECTED. *TR

7/22/2014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. WHILE THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR TURNED ON AND OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HOBSON CHEVROLET BUICK GMC (655 W SOUTHVIEW DR, MARTINSVILLE, IN 46151, (765) 894-4163), BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 55,241.

7/2/2018

1 more complaint is available in this category.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 Reports17% of total

Previewing the first 2 complaint summaries.

VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. NO WARNING SIGNS. WILL LOSE ALL POWER STEERING AND UNSTABLE CONTROL. WILL NOT START AFTER IT SHUTS DOWN FOR UP TO 24HRS. THIS VEHICLE ALSO HAS A HISTORY OF HARD/TROUBLE STARTING. WHEN IT TURNS OVER IS WILL GO INTO PROTECTION MODE "LOSS OF POWER". THIS PROBLEM STARTED AT 3,178 MILES AND HAS CONTINUED REGULARLY UP TO THE CURRENT 26, 050 MILES. JACK WILSON CHEVROLET OF SAINT AUGUSTINE HAS ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR THIS VEHICLE ELEVEN (11) TIMES SINCE THE 2ND DAY AFTER PURCHASE. AFTER OBTAINING ALL SERVICE RECORDS SINCE THIS VEHICLE WAS NEW THERE HAVE BEEN 24 ATTEMPTS AT REPAIRING THIS VEHICLE WITH NO SUCCESS. HERE IS A LIST OF REPAIRS PULLED FROM GM WORKBENCH SERVICE RECORDS. CONTINUAL CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. DEALER CANNOT FIND THE ISSUE. TO DATE - I SOLD THE VEHICLE BACK TO DEALER, THEY ARE SELLING, SO IT WILL BE BACK ON THE ROAD. LIST OF SERVICES - 3,178 MILES - ENGINE BLOCK PLUG REPLACEMENT 9,386 MILES - ROADSIDE SERVICE BATTERY TEST 9,400 MILES - ROADSIDE SERVICE TOWING 9,404 MILES - FUEL TANK FUEL PUMP MODULE REPLACEMENT 9,692 MILES - BODY WIRING HARNESS JUNCTION BLOCK REPLACEMENT 14,398 MILES - PASS. SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL PERFORMANCE 14,434 MILES - RELAY REPLACEMENT 15,116 MILES - CONNECTOR RECONNECTION 15,857 MILES - IGNITION AND START SWITCH REPLACEMENT 16,090 MILES - ENGINE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT 16,090 MILES - STARTER REPLACEMENT 12 DOCUMENTED "CHECK ENGINE LIGHT" PROBLEMS 6 DOCUMENTED TIMES THE VEHICLE STALLED ON THE HIGHWAY WHILE DRIVING 16 DOCUMENTED TIMES VEHICLE WOULD NOT START

12/12/2015

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR SUDDENLY ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO GRAND PRIZE CHEVROLET BUICK GMC (LOCATED AT 32 RTE 304, NANUET, NY 10954, 854-367-7516) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAG SENSOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 77,000.

9/12/2019

1 more complaint is available in this category.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

3 Reports17% of total

Previewing the first 2 complaint summaries.

VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. NO WARNING SIGNS. WILL LOSE ALL POWER STEERING AND UNSTABLE CONTROL. WILL NOT START AFTER IT SHUTS DOWN FOR UP TO 24HRS. THIS VEHICLE ALSO HAS A HISTORY OF HARD/TROUBLE STARTING. WHEN IT TURNS OVER IS WILL GO INTO PROTECTION MODE "LOSS OF POWER". THIS PROBLEM STARTED AT 3,178 MILES AND HAS CONTINUED REGULARLY UP TO THE CURRENT 26, 050 MILES. JACK WILSON CHEVROLET OF SAINT AUGUSTINE HAS ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR THIS VEHICLE ELEVEN (11) TIMES SINCE THE 2ND DAY AFTER PURCHASE. AFTER OBTAINING ALL SERVICE RECORDS SINCE THIS VEHICLE WAS NEW THERE HAVE BEEN 24 ATTEMPTS AT REPAIRING THIS VEHICLE WITH NO SUCCESS. HERE IS A LIST OF REPAIRS PULLED FROM GM WORKBENCH SERVICE RECORDS. CONTINUAL CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. DEALER CANNOT FIND THE ISSUE. TO DATE - I SOLD THE VEHICLE BACK TO DEALER, THEY ARE SELLING, SO IT WILL BE BACK ON THE ROAD. LIST OF SERVICES - 3,178 MILES - ENGINE BLOCK PLUG REPLACEMENT 9,386 MILES - ROADSIDE SERVICE BATTERY TEST 9,400 MILES - ROADSIDE SERVICE TOWING 9,404 MILES - FUEL TANK FUEL PUMP MODULE REPLACEMENT 9,692 MILES - BODY WIRING HARNESS JUNCTION BLOCK REPLACEMENT 14,398 MILES - PASS. SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL PERFORMANCE 14,434 MILES - RELAY REPLACEMENT 15,116 MILES - CONNECTOR RECONNECTION 15,857 MILES - IGNITION AND START SWITCH REPLACEMENT 16,090 MILES - ENGINE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT 16,090 MILES - STARTER REPLACEMENT 12 DOCUMENTED "CHECK ENGINE LIGHT" PROBLEMS 6 DOCUMENTED TIMES THE VEHICLE STALLED ON THE HIGHWAY WHILE DRIVING 16 DOCUMENTED TIMES VEHICLE WOULD NOT START

12/12/2015

I HAVE A FLEET OF 2011-2015 CHEVROLET EXPRESS DIESEL CARGO VANS FOR MY BUSINESS. EACH OF THEM ARE ON THEIR 3RD REPLACEMENT OF THE DEF TANK HEATER KIT GM P/N 84412924. IT SEEMS TO DIE AFTER USE IN THE 80,000 MILE RANGE. SEEMS TO BE A POORLY DESIGNED PART HAVING TO DO THIS.

7/11/2019

1 more complaint is available in this category.

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

2 Reports11% of total

Previewing the first 2 complaint summaries.

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V295000 (VISIBILITY); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. CHEVROLET 112 (2096 NY-112, MEDFORD, NY 11763, (631) 317-2348) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.

7/20/2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V295000 (VISIBILITY) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. AN UNKNOWN DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.

5/28/2020

SEAT BELTS

1 Report6% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

DRIVER'S SEAT BELT REEL SEIZED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED SO THE BELT COULD NOT BE EXTENDED AND BUCKLED. THE OPERATOR WAS NOT ABLE TO WEAR THE SEAT BELT AS REQUIRED BY LAW. A SECOND VEHICLE OF THE SAME MAKE/MODEL 2012 MODEL YEAR, ~4500 MILES EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM IN SEPTEMBER 2013, IT WAS BROUGHT TO THE CHEVROLET DEALER AND REPAIRED UNDER TSB 05-09-40-002G

10/21/2014

ENGINE

1 Report6% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. NO WARNING SIGNS. WILL LOSE ALL POWER STEERING AND UNSTABLE CONTROL. WILL NOT START AFTER IT SHUTS DOWN FOR UP TO 24HRS. THIS VEHICLE ALSO HAS A HISTORY OF HARD/TROUBLE STARTING. WHEN IT TURNS OVER IS WILL GO INTO PROTECTION MODE "LOSS OF POWER". THIS PROBLEM STARTED AT 3,178 MILES AND HAS CONTINUED REGULARLY UP TO THE CURRENT 26, 050 MILES. JACK WILSON CHEVROLET OF SAINT AUGUSTINE HAS ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR THIS VEHICLE ELEVEN (11) TIMES SINCE THE 2ND DAY AFTER PURCHASE. AFTER OBTAINING ALL SERVICE RECORDS SINCE THIS VEHICLE WAS NEW THERE HAVE BEEN 24 ATTEMPTS AT REPAIRING THIS VEHICLE WITH NO SUCCESS. HERE IS A LIST OF REPAIRS PULLED FROM GM WORKBENCH SERVICE RECORDS. CONTINUAL CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. DEALER CANNOT FIND THE ISSUE. TO DATE - I SOLD THE VEHICLE BACK TO DEALER, THEY ARE SELLING, SO IT WILL BE BACK ON THE ROAD. LIST OF SERVICES - 3,178 MILES - ENGINE BLOCK PLUG REPLACEMENT 9,386 MILES - ROADSIDE SERVICE BATTERY TEST 9,400 MILES - ROADSIDE SERVICE TOWING 9,404 MILES - FUEL TANK FUEL PUMP MODULE REPLACEMENT 9,692 MILES - BODY WIRING HARNESS JUNCTION BLOCK REPLACEMENT 14,398 MILES - PASS. SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL PERFORMANCE 14,434 MILES - RELAY REPLACEMENT 15,116 MILES - CONNECTOR RECONNECTION 15,857 MILES - IGNITION AND START SWITCH REPLACEMENT 16,090 MILES - ENGINE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT 16,090 MILES - STARTER REPLACEMENT 12 DOCUMENTED "CHECK ENGINE LIGHT" PROBLEMS 6 DOCUMENTED TIMES THE VEHICLE STALLED ON THE HIGHWAY WHILE DRIVING 16 DOCUMENTED TIMES VEHICLE WOULD NOT START

12/12/2015

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

1 Report6% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

DRIVING DOWN A HILL AT 30 MPH ON A ONE LANE CURVE THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY QUIT. I STRUGGLED TO TURN THE WHEEL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT HAD 3/4 TANK OF FUEL AND ONLY 7,000 MILES ON IT. IT WOULD NOT START. CALLED AND GOT A TOW TO CHEVY DEALER WHERE IT WAS BOUGHT. THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE IT. HAVE RECEIPT AND INFO FROM THEM.

4/6/2017

POWER TRAIN

1 Report6% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

DRIVING DOWN A HILL AT 30 MPH ON A ONE LANE CURVE THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY QUIT. I STRUGGLED TO TURN THE WHEEL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT HAD 3/4 TANK OF FUEL AND ONLY 7,000 MILES ON IT. IT WOULD NOT START. CALLED AND GOT A TOW TO CHEVY DEALER WHERE IT WAS BOUGHT. THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE IT. HAVE RECEIPT AND INFO FROM THEM.

4/6/2017

STEERING

1 Report6% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

DRIVING DOWN A HILL AT 30 MPH ON A ONE LANE CURVE THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY QUIT. I STRUGGLED TO TURN THE WHEEL TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT HAD 3/4 TANK OF FUEL AND ONLY 7,000 MILES ON IT. IT WOULD NOT START. CALLED AND GOT A TOW TO CHEVY DEALER WHERE IT WAS BOUGHT. THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE IT. HAVE RECEIPT AND INFO FROM THEM.

4/6/2017

SERVICE BRAKES

1 Report6% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. WHILE SLOWING THE VEHICLE DOWN TO STOP, THE BRAKES SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BLAISE ALEXANDER CHEVROLET (405 ALEXANDER DR, MUNCY, PA 17756, 570-368-8677) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT AN UNKNOWN SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 36,000.

8/27/2018

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

1 Report6% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic where it was discovered that the fuel regulator was leaking. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V500000 (Fuel System, Other). The vehicle was then towed to a dealer however, the dealer refused to service the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired and remained with the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.

1/25/2024

About This Data

Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

What are the most common owner complaints for the 2014 Chevrolet Express?

The most reported complaint category for the 2014 Chevrolet Express is AIR BAGS, with 3 owner reports. That is about 17% of all complaints logged here. Other recurring themes include AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.

Are complaints about the 2014 Chevrolet Express a serious warning sign?

Potentially. 13 complaint reports fall into higher-attention systems such as brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components. That does not prove every vehicle has a defect, but repeated complaints in those systems justify a more careful pre-purchase inspection.

How should buyers use complaint data for the 2014 Chevrolet Express?

Use complaints as an early pattern to investigate, not a standalone verdict. Start with the top complaint categories, compare those themes against the recall report and maintenance guide, then inspect service records for evidence that the same problem areas were already addressed. If the same issue appears repeatedly across complaints and recalls, treat it as a real ownership-risk flag.

Are complaints about the 2014 Chevrolet Express severe?

13 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems such as brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection before purchase.

Complaint list entries are sourced from owner-submitted NHTSA ODI records.

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Chevrolet Express: How should complaint data influence buying decisions?

Use complaint patterns together with recalls and maintenance guidance to estimate ownership risk and inspection priorities.

Carfocal links complaint data directly to recall and maintenance routes for the same model year.

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  3. 03Owner Complaints
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