Recall Register

2008 Chevrolet Express: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns for the 2008 Chevrolet Express. The newest campaign is 12V169000. NHTSA received the report on 17 Apr 2012. The NHTSA record gives the component Equipment Adaptive/Mobility. NHTSA has 2 complaints on file for this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

This page cannot show if a recall applies to one vehicle. The NHTSA VIN lookup shows the unrepaired recalls of one vehicle.

Remedy of the newest campaign, 12V169000, in the NHTSA record

Main mobility is working with braun to notify owners, and braun dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Main mobility has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.
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Recall campaigns

10 campaigns, newest first. 7,998 units in total.

  • 12V169000Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
  • 10V205000Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
  • 09V456000Equipment / Appliance / Air Conditioner
  • 09V270000Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
  • 09V272000Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
  • 08V569000Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
  • 08V568000Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
  • 08V340000Power Train / Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
  • 08V315000Fuel System, Gasoline / Storage
  • 08V313000Power Train / Automatic Transmission

  1. 12V169000Received . 34 units.

    Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Main mobility is recalling certain conversion vans built on model year 2008-2010 chevrolet express, 2009 GMC savana, and 2010 ford transit connect chassis, and fitted with certain braun wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the wheelchair lift’s outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair’s occupant could fall and sustain injury.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Main mobility is working with braun to notify owners, and braun dealers will repair the vehicles, free of charge. Main mobility has not provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.

    Report filed by MAIN MOBILITY, INC.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  2. 10V205000Received . 133 units.

    Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Main mobility is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 conversion vans built on chevrolet express and GMC savana chassis from october 2007 through may 2010 and fitted with certain ricon s series and k series l-model wheelchair lifts. Due to a problem in the software that controls the lift's "up" function, should the "up" button be released before the floor level limit switch is activated, the lift may continue its upward travel and may overrun the floor level cut off point.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    When 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 standing on the platform to fall, possibly resulting in injuries.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Main mobility will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by authorized ricon dealers free of charge. A software solution for this safety defect is under investigation. Until the software solution is available, ricon will provide owners with a bulletin outlining proper wheelchair lift operation and will ship owners a dvd-based training aid to promote proper lift operation at no cost. The safety recall began on may 27, 2010. Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.

    Report filed by MAIN MOBILITY, INC.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  3. 09V456000Received . 269 units.

    Equipment / Appliance / Air Conditioner

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Cues, INC. Is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 service vehicles built on various chassis equipped with carrier airv ceiling units, model nos. 68rv0010ba, 68rv0012ca, and 68rv0010ea. The heater element in these assemblies may be defective which could cause the unit to create smoke or sparks.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    This defect could result in a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Cues is working with carrier to remedy the affected vehicles. Repairs will be made by carrier free of charge. Please see carrier's defect report 09e-053. The safety recall began on january 5, 2010. Owners may contact carrier at 1-877-584-7059 or cues at 1-407-849-0190.

    Report filed by CUES, INC.. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  4. 09V270000Received . 185 units.

    Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Main mobility is recalling 185 model year 2005 through 2009 chevrolet express and GMC savana vans manufactured between april 1, 2005 and june 25, 2009, equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Main mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.

    Report filed by MAIN MOBILITY, INC..

  5. 09V272000Received . 185 units.

    Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Main mobility is recalling 185 model year 2005 through 2009 chevrolet express and GMC savana vans manufactured between april 1, 2005 and june 25, 2009, equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Main mobility is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or main mobility at 1-716-759-6811.

    Report filed by MAIN MOBILITY, INC..

  6. 08V569000Received . 42 units.

    Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Cummings is recalling 42 my 2006-2008 ford e150, e350, chevrolet express, my 2006 ford e250, GMC savanna, dodge sprinter conversion vans, and my 2007 newmar dutchstar motor homes equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles." the anti-stow interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. The pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. The lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Cummings is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or cummings at 1-763-498-7887.

    Report filed by CUMMINGS MOBILITY CONVERSION & SUPPLY, I. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  7. 08V568000Received . 42 units.

    Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Cummings is recalling 42 my 2006-2008 ford e150, e350, chevrolet express, my 2006 ford e250, GMC savanna, dodge sprinter conversion vans, and my 2007 newmar dutchstar motor homes equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. These buses fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installation in motor vehicles." the threshold warning system may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user in a certain spot within the defined threshold area.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Cummings is working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). Owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or cummings at 1-763-498-7887.

    Report filed by CUMMINGS MOBILITY CONVERSION & SUPPLY, I. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  8. 08V340000Received . 151 units.

    Power Train / Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Gm is recalling 151 my 2008 chevrolet express and GMC savana vehicles equipped with all wheel drive (AWD). Some of these vehicles have transfer cases that were manufactured with an incorrect part that can cause early failure of a drive chain. If the chain breaks, shifting the transmission to park may not keep the vehicle stationary.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If the vehicle is parked on an incline or bumped, it may roll and strike a person, object, or another vehicle without warning, and cause personal injury.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect the transfer case date code and, if necessary, replace the transfer case. The recall began on august 15, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .

    Report filed by GENERAL MOTORS CORP.. Manufacturer campaign number 08244. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  9. 08V315000Received . 567 units.

    Fuel System, Gasoline / Storage

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Gm is recalling 567 my 2008 chevrolet express and GMC savana cutaway vehicles with a 139" wheel base. The frame rail on the driver's side may be wider than specification.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    If the frame rail is wider than specification, over time it may contact the fuel tank housing, resulting in a possible fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will inspect the clearance between the frame rail and fuel tank housing and will rework the frame rail if necessary free of charge. The recall began on july 30, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-966-9463, or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .

    Report filed by GENERAL MOTORS CORP.. Manufacturer campaign number 08205. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

  10. 08V313000Received . 6,390 units.

    Power Train / Automatic Transmission

    Defect, in the NHTSA record
    Gm is recalling 2,481 my 2008 chevrolet express and GMC savana g-cutaway fleet van equipped with a 6.0l (rpo ly6) v8 engine, 4l80e (rpo mt1) transmission, 4.10 (rpo gt5) axle and 75 MPH governor (rpo 9d7). These vehicles have a condition in which the transmission may be damaged due to first gear engagement at highway speeds and then does not transmit power with d4 or r selected. This may be preceded by engine shutdown if the vehicle exceeds 81 miles per hour in certain conditions.
    Consequence, in the NHTSA record
    The vehicle may be stranded on or near a highway, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy, in the NHTSA record
    Dealers will reprogram the transmission and engine control modules free of charge. The recall began on or about july 30, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or through their website at <a href=http://www.gmownercenter.com>http://www.gmownercenter.com</a> .

    Report filed by GENERAL MOTORS CORP.. Manufacturer campaign number 08218. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .

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Complaints by component

2 complaints, 3 component mentions.

A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. This model year has fewer than 50 component mentions, so the table shows the number of mentions only.

2008 Chevrolet Express: component mentions in complaints
ComponentMentions
Power Train1
Traction Control System1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Complaints that report a crash
0
Complaints that report a fire
0
Injuries in the complaints
0
Deaths in the complaints
0
Date of the newest complaint
13 Oct 2010

These figures are the entries of the persons who sent the complaints.

Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.

Complaints about the 2008 Chevrolet Express, by the year NHTSA received them. The largest year is 2010, with 2 complaints.

Investigations

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

Other model years

The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.

  1. 19950
  2. 19962
  3. 19971
  4. 19981
  5. 19991
  6. 20001
  7. 20012
  8. 20020
  9. 200310
  10. 20046
  11. 20058
  12. 200616
  13. 20074
  14. 200810
  15. 20097
  16. 20105
  17. 20115
  18. 20126
  19. 20138
  20. 20147
  21. 20153
  22. 20166
  23. 20176
  24. 20186
  25. 20194
  26. 20201
  27. 20212
  28. 20231
  29. 20254
  30. 20263

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

Official channels

Cite this page

Recall Register. 2008 Chevrolet Express: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/chevrolet/express/2008/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through .

Sources

Source
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence
US government work, public domain
Recall file through
29 Sep 2026
Complaint file through
29 Mar 2018
First complaint in the file
1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file
MAIN MOBILITY, INC.

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2008 Chevrolet Express?
7,998 units in 10 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Chevrolet Express have for all model years?
NHTSA lists 72 recall campaigns for the Chevrolet Express, model years 1995 to 2026. 10 of them name the 2008 model year.
Which component do the complaints about the 2008 Chevrolet Express name most often?
Power Train: 1 of 3 component mentions.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2008 Chevrolet Express open?
The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.