2005 Chevrolet Express 1500: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 10 owner complaints on record; most reports concern service brakes, hydraulic.
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 2006
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet express 1500. The contact stated that the driver side brake light failed without warning. The contact replaced the fuse, but the failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Feb 2015
“I was traveling down a hill at about 35-40 mph. When the ABS system kicked in for some reason and the brakes went stiff and I could barely stop. Mechanic said wheel sensor, it was changed and I have the same problem. The ABS kicks in at the worst times when you are slowing down coming to an intersection the brakes go stiff. Almost got killed. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes · Jun 2013
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet express 1500. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the ignition module failed, and made the necessary repairs. The manufacturer was notified and advised that there were no open recalls for the vehicle. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.”Owner report · Electrical System · May 2012
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“The airbags in my express 1500 did not deploy after I skidded out on a highway to avoid a 18 wheeler. The van was totaled so nothing was done to correct it but with no airbags it led to a broken shoulder and some ribs from the steering wheel. I hit the jersey barrier going directly straight at it at about 50-60mph. *tr”Owner report · Air Bags · Dec 2010
“I own a 2005 chevrolet express 1500 v6 and while driving to my house from work I lost all brakes due to a brake line failure, the two hydraulic brake hoses that are attached to the master cylinder are in contact with another metallic brake hose under them, by rubbing together for four years caused the hoses to wear and rupture and nearly caused a crash. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 2010
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet express 1500. The contact was traveling 25 mph when the brakes were applied and they would not respond. The contact was forced through a red traffic light and attempted to shift into a lower gear. The vehicle did not stop until driving over a curve and coming to a stop. The vehicle was inspected by a mechanic where it was discovered that one of the hoses of the master cylinder failed. The mechanic advised that there were two hoses that were running together abnormally and the friction caused the hose to collapse. The failure and current mileage was 53,000.”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 2010
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet express 1500. While driving 65 mph the vehicle began to vibrate. Next the ABS light had illuminated on the instrument control panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealership and the transfer case was replaced. The current and failure mileages were 28000. Updated 01/05/10. *lj the consumer stated the vehicle broke down 20 minutes away from home. The brakes locked up and the vehicle made a loud noise. The consumer was informed the seal failed on the transfer case which caused all the fluids to into the transmission. Updated 01/05/10. *jb”Owner report · Power Train · Nov 2009
“1) total brake failure while driving 2) both brake lines ruptured at flexible section below master cylinder. 3) replaced all brake lines, refilled system and bled system. *tr”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Mar 2009
When filing, owners marked a crash in 2 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
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Is the 2005 Chevrolet Express 1500 reliable?
NHTSA has 10 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2005 Chevrolet Express 1500. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic.
Does the 2005 Chevrolet Express 1500 have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning fuel system, gasoline. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.