FaultScore

2017 Chevrolet Express brake problems

13 of the 31 complaints about the 2017 Chevrolet Express are about the braking system — 42% of everything reported for this model year. Half of the failures with a mileage on record happened before 8,128 miles.

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Complaints

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Crashes

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Fires

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Injuries

Exactly what failed

Service Brakes 11 84.6%
ABS Warning Light 1 7.7%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic 1 7.7%

Brakes across every Chevrolet Express year

1999 13 18.6%
2000 22 31.4%
2002 11 15.7%
2003 11 15.7%
2017 13 18.6%

What owners said

Filed with NHTSA, in their own words.

Baton Rouge, LA

SERVICE BRAKES

The ABS/Traction control system has malfunctioned 3 separate times since purchase of the vehicle in 2017. The indicated fault is code C0110-04, Pump Motor Circuit Open. This fault has required the replacement of the Brake Control Computer (GM part# 19435407) and the Hydraulic Control Module (GM part# 25879231). The first malfunction occurred in October 2020 at 48,594 miles, the second was November 2022 at 91,621 miles with the most recent fault in August 2024 at 147,411 miles. The fault has not affected the ability to stop the vehicle, but it does render the ABS/Traction Control System inoperative. The vehicle is a travel van with the majority miles being highway miles (very little city driving)

NHTSA complaint #11613517 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 136,000 miles Saco, ME

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the ABS inadvertently engaged, and the vehicle pulled to the left side. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the electronic brake control module assembly needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 136,000.

NHTSA complaint #11581307 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Saco, ME

SERVICE BRAKES

Part Number 84055065 The ABS Module is defective and can not replace.

NHTSA complaint #11580456 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Saco, ME

SERVICE BRAKES

ABS Module Blown. Van's ABS goes off when not needed. Pulls to the right. Part Number 84055065 needed. no replacement available.

NHTSA complaint #11580457 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Saco, ME

SERVICE BRAKES

Vehicles ABS went off while slowing to stop sign. Repair needed ABS Module part number 84055065. No part available through GM. Pulled vehicle from road as its super unsafe.

NHTSA complaint #11580462 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Saco, ME

SERVICE BRAKES

Vehicle nearly went off road from ABS prematurely activating. ABS module needed. part number 84055065 unavailable through GM. Parked Van as it is too dangerous to drive.

NHTSA complaint #11580464 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Monkton, MD

SERVICE BRAKES

The ABS lights began coming on and off in April of 2023. My certified mechanic checked codes and found no specific trouble from the available code information. The Abs lights eventually stayed on by November of 2023. Through more investigation, my mechanic determined that the ABS Module- C 84055066 and ABS Pump Assembly- C 25879231 had ceased to function. He ordered the ABS parts ,(manufactured in Texas), and was informed that there were so many shops around the country waiting on those parts that we would have to wait months before the parts could be manufactured and delivered. My vehicle only had 40,000 miles on it when the ABS lights were illuminated on the dash. The parts did finally arrive and were installed. We also had to hire a separate ABS module programmer to reset the computer. The ABS module and ABS pump failure seams to be a completely defective system. I would hope these parts will be included in a nationwide recall. Thank you

NHTSA complaint #11573671 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

Punta Gorda, FL

SERVICE BRAKES

This module has now failed three times and Chevrolet has had this vehicle in one of their dealership lots since 10/5/2023 with no resolution and they've stopped communication with us.

NHTSA complaint #11564860 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 11,856 miles Jackson, OH

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that the ABS and stabili-trak warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ABS pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired under warranty, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer, Hanes Chevrolet Company (11075 E. Main St, South Webster, OH 45682) where it was diagnosed and determined that there was internal corrosion, and that the ABS pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 11,856.

NHTSA complaint #11541357 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 59,231 miles Ossian, IN

SERVICE BRAKES

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET EXPRESS 3500. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE BRAKE LIGHT AND ABS STABILIZED TRACK LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THE BRAKE STABILIZER SYSTEM FAILED AND THE BRAKE PUMP MOTOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MIKE ANDERSON CHEVROLET (604 SOUTH JEFFERSON STREET, OSSIAN, IN 46777, (260) 475-0713 WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE PUMP MOTOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND PROVIDED CASE NUMBER: 9-5526252281. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V645000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 59,231.

NHTSA complaint #11256131 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 1 miles Jacksonville, FL

SERVICE BRAKES

MY EMPLOYER HAS THREE ON A LEASE WITH BAD MASTER CYLINDER REAR SECTION PROPORTIONING VALVE NOT ALLOWING COLD DRIVING REAR BRAKES UNLESS PUMPING BRAKE PEDAL HARD.

NHTSA complaint #11206002 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 4,400 miles Jacksonville, FL

SERVICE BRAKES

ABS WARNING LIGHT RANDOMLY ILLUMINATES, YOU CAN STOP, THEN RESTART THE ENGINE, AND IT WILL SOMETIMES GO OUT. CRUISE CONTROL RANDOMLY WILL NOT WORK

NHTSA complaint #11173809 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

at 16 miles Aurora, IN

SERVICE BRAKES

MY COMPANY JUST RECENTLY PURCHASED DOZENS OF 2017 CHEVY EXPRESS VANS. ONE OF THESE NEW VANS (16 MILES ON ODOMETER) EXPERIENCED A FAULTY BRAKE BOOSTER MECHANICAL ISSUE WHICH CAUSED THE BRAKES TO ENGAGE WHILE TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. THE DESIGN OF THE BRAKE BOOSTER INTEGRATION WITH THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS PART OF THE PROBLEM. THIS IS POTENTIALLY FATAL DESIGN FLAW IF YOU MANUFACTURE A VEHICLE THAT WOULD ENGAGE THE BRAKES JUST BY TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL.

NHTSA complaint #11031985 — an unverified report by a vehicle owner.

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