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2009 Chevrolet Express recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2009 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component10
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 5 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Electrical system | 1 |
| Air bags | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
Safety recalls10
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Apr 6, 202323V247000 | Electrical system: wiringAn overheated electrical circuit increases the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V247000
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| Apr 26, 201818V267000 | EquipmentIn the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V267000
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| Nov 5, 201414V706000 | Equipment adaptive/mobilityIf the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V706000
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| Mar 17, 201414V117000 | Air bags: frontalIn the event of a crash below the air bag deployment threshold, an unbelted front passenger seat occupant has an increased risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V117000
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| Apr 17, 201212V169000 | Equipment adaptive/mobilityA WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT MAY DEFEAT OR RIDE OVER THE INSUFFICIENTLY LATCHED ROLL STOP. DetailsHide details for campaign 12V169000
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| May 13, 201010V205000 | Equipment adaptive/mobilityWHEN THE PLATFORM OVERRUNS THE VEHICLE FLOOR LEVEL AND STOPS AT AN ANGLE FROM 15-20 DEGREES, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR A PERSON IN A WHEELCHAIR TO TIP OVER AND FOR SOMEONE… DetailsHide details for campaign 10V205000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Express Cutaway Van, Express, Express 3500. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component16
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 5 | 31 |
| Tires | 3 | 19 |
| Power train | 1 | 6 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 6 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 6 |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 6 |
| Structure | 1 | 6 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 6 |
| Wheels | 1 | 6 |
| Steering | 1 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 6 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Express 1500 Cargo, Express 1500 Passenger, Express 4500.
Latest reports
- Power train
“The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the contact became aware that the check engine warning light was illuminated.”
- Vehicle speed control
“Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet express. The contact stated the vehicle accelerated independently without warning while stopped at a traffic light.”
- Electrical system
“Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet express. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled several times and the check engine indicator illuminated.”
Other Chevrolet Express model years
- 201310 recalls28 complaints
- 20127 recalls24 complaints
- 20118 recalls18 complaints
- 20107 recalls30 complaints
- 200910 recalls27 complaints
- 200812 recalls44 complaints
- 20077 recalls41 complaints
- 200618 recalls46 complaints
- 20059 recalls59 complaints
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Other Chevrolet models
- 2009 Malibu5 recalls1,534 complaints
- 2009 Silverado 15003 recalls444 complaints
- 2009 Impala5 recalls824 complaints
- 2009 Tahoe5 recalls306 complaints
- 2009 Equinox0 recalls94 complaints
- 2009 Trailblazer0 recalls28 complaints
- 2009 Cobalt5 recalls900 complaints
- 2009 Suburban5 recalls162 complaints
- 2009 Silverado0 recalls76 complaints
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- 2009 Silverado 25005 recalls61 complaints
- 2009 Corvette0 recalls152 complaints
2009 Chevrolet Express recall questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Chevrolet Express have?
NHTSA lists 10 safety recall campaigns for the 2009 Chevrolet Express. The most recent, 23V247000 (reported April 6, 2023), concerns electrical system. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2009 Chevrolet Express recalls for?
The largest group is equipment adaptive/mobility, with 5 campaigns. Others: equipment (2), electrical system (1), air bags (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2009 Chevrolet Express?
Air bags is the most-reported component, named in 5 complaints out of 16 filed with NHTSA (31%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2009 Chevrolet Express?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Chevrolet dealer.
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