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Chevrolet Express 4500 problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Express 4500 from 2009 to 2016: 10 owner complaints and 0 recalls across 4 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2012 (4), 2014 (3), 2016 (2).

Chevrolet Express 4500
Photo: Calreyn88 · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Fuel & propulsion3
Electrical3
Brakes2
Steering2
Suspension2
Transmission & drivetrain1
Exterior lights1

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
200901–
201204–
201403–
201602–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Chevrolet Express 4500?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2012 (4), 2014 (3), 2016 (2).

How many recalls has the Chevrolet Express 4500 had?

Across 2009–2016, NHTSA lists 0 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).