2011 Chevrolet Express 1500 Recall List
2 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Chevrolet Express 1500, affecting brakes and suspension, wheels & tires. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Chevrolet dealer.
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- Do Not Drive
- 0
- Park Outside
- 0
- Over-the-air fixes
- 0
- Latest report
- May 6, 2011
- Owner complaints
- 3
All 2011 Chevrolet Express 1500 recalls
Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.
- NHTSA 11V275000May 6, 2011Brakes7,593 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet express and gmc savana vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." some of these vehicles may have been built with a clearance condition in which the right rear brake hose may contact the tire or wheel rim. If the brake hose repeatedly contacts the tire or wheel rim, a hole could be worn in the brake hose.
Risk: A damaged brake hose may reduce the effectiveness of the rear brakes and increase the distance required to stop the vehicle. An increased braking distance may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will secure the right rear brake hose to ensure sufficient clearance. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 13, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 or www.gmownercenter.com.
- NHTSA 11V007000Jan 6, 2011Suspension, Wheels & Tires30,566 vehicles
Suspension:rear:axle:spindle
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 cadillac escalade, escalade esv, escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, colorado, express, silverado, suburban, tahoe; and gmc canyon, sierra, savana, yukon and yukon xl vehicles. The rear axle cross pins were not properly heat treated and could fracture and become displaced within the rear axle. Should the pin shift out of position, it could create an interference condition and cause the rear axle to lock.
Risk: The driver may not be able to maintain directional control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new rear axle cross pin free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2011. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, gmc at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.
Frequently asked questions
- How many recalls does the 2011 Chevrolet Express 1500 have?
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2011 Chevrolet Express 1500, covering brakes and suspension, wheels & tires.
- Are 2011 Chevrolet Express 1500 recall repairs free?
- Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
- What is the most recent recall on the 2011 Chevrolet Express 1500?
- The most recent campaign is NHTSA 11V275000, reported May 6, 2011, concerning the brakes.