Chevrolet Express 2012

Model Express made in 2012 by Chevrolet got 4 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 24 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to service brakes. . Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. There were some recalls concerningair bags, steering.

Model 2012

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
AIR BAGS
11V543000GENERAL MOTORS LLCfrom 06/02/2011 to 10/17/2011V (Vehicle)179811/29/2011MFRGENERAL MOTORS LLC11/08/201111/10/2011571208
Defect SummaryGm is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet express and gmc savana vehicles manufactured from june 2, 2011, through october 17, 2011. the second stage of the dual-stage air bag will not inflate in a severe frontal impact. accordingly, the air bags fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety no. 208, occupant crash protection.
Consequence SummaryAn improperly deployed air bag will increase the risk of injury to the occupant.
Corrective SummaryGm will notify owners, and dealers will install a new front passenger air bag free of charge. the safety recall began on november 29, 2011. owners may contact gmc at 1-800-462-8782 or chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020.
NotesGm's recall campaign number is 11302.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT PITMAN
12V112000GENERAL MOTORS LLCfrom 01/27/2012 to 02/27/2012V (Vehicle)615904/04/2012MFRGENERAL MOTORS LLC03/22/201203/22/2012
Defect SummaryGeneral motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2012 chevrolet express and suburban vehicles, and gmc savana and yukon xl heavy duty vehicles. the steering gear pitman shaft may not have been adequately hardened and could fracture.
Consequence SummaryIf this condition occurs, a loss of steering could result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryGm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear and, if necessary, replace the steering gear pitman shaft. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on april 4, 2012.
NotesGm

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
PI0639A03/01/201210043887Gm: the service stabilitrak message being displayed in dic. the stabilitrak indicator light may also be on. *js05/01/2012
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
PI-075907/01/201210045519Gm-express/silverado/savana/sierra: due to poor connections and intermittent condition of map sensor connector wiring harness terminal crimps, trucks have a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination and reduced engine power display me09/10/2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
PI-084510/01/201210047820Gmc/chevrolet: there may be an accumulation of diesel particulate filter soot level found when a diagnostic system check is performed and may be caused by engine control module (ecm) with a reduced engine power message. model 2011-201312/07/2012
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL
PI-075907/01/201210045519Gm-express/silverado/savana/sierra: due to poor connections and intermittent condition of map sensor connector wiring harness terminal crimps, trucks have a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination and reduced engine power display me09/10/2012
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER
PIE-020101/01/201210043485Chevrolet/gmc: when hvac system is turned on , there is no air flow and the blower motor is inoperative. *pe04/04/2012
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS
PIT-5122C08/02/201210044879General motors: service stability message low power brake light and cruise control operation- dtc c0161 and/or c0277. new for the 2012 models is a dual brake pedal position (bpp) sensor (two sensors in one). the dual bpp replaces the old st08/02/2012
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
PIP4949B04/01/201210044240Gm: duramax diesel hard start, no start, or dtc p0087 injection pump replacement. normal si diagnostics may be inconclusive or lead to a fuel injection pump replacement. *js05/23/2012
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
PI-080209/01/201210047240Chevrolet/gmc: malfunction indicator lamp regarding fuel gauge registering empty or inoperative after half a tank of fuel and will be corrected with new compress natural gas (cng) module. model 2012 express, savana. *pe11/19/2012
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
PI-058510/01/201110042289Chevrolet/gmc: bulletin providing information regarding availability of front side door latch/lock as a separate part. *pe12/05/2011
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES - DOORS - LATCH
PI-058510/01/201110042289Chevrolet/gmc: bulletin providing information regarding availability of front side door latch/lock as a separate part. *pe12/05/2011
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PIP-503106/01/201210045063Gmc/chevrolet: some trucks, equipped with automatic transmission 4l60e, may experience slipping, missed or late shifts in 3rd and 4th gears due to possible 3-4 clutch distress. *pe08/15/2012
PI069003/01/201210043891Gm: erratic transmission shifting and illuminated mil. technicians may find dtcs p0961, p0965, p0969, or p2762 as history or active dtcs. *js05/01/2012
SB-10-04-17-001A04/01/201110039026Ready06/30/2011
SB-10-04-17-001A04/01/201110039026Gm: 2010-2012 express/savana. there is a transmission fluid leak at the rear of the transmission. there is a missing plug. *rm06/30/2011
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
PIP-5009-D05/01/201210044391Gmc/chevrolet: malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is illuminated and has a harsh shift 1-2. the tcc enable solenoid and wire harness should be replaced when repairs are performed on transmission. *pe06/18/2012
STEERING
PI0639A03/01/201210043887Gm: the service stabilitrak message being displayed in dic. the stabilitrak indicator light may also be on. *js05/01/2012
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - POWER STEERING FLUID
PI-067102/01/201210043629General motors: reservoir for power steering fluid is heat damaged and leaking. may caused problems with power steering pump. *pe04/16/2012
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - PUMP
PI-067102/01/201210043629General motors: reservoir for power steering fluid is heat damaged and leaking. may caused problems with power steering pump. *pe04/16/2012
SUSPENSION - REAR - AXLE - NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
PB-1205004/01/201210044218Chevrolet/gmc: see document search button for owner letter. on some 2011-2012 trucks, a grinding noise and vibration would be noticeable due to the rear axle right hand side bearing adjuster clip and bolt may come loose inside of rear05/23/2012
SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY
SB-09-03-09-002A04/01/201110039004Ready06/30/2011
SB-09-03-09-002A04/01/201110039004Gm: there is a noise from the rear of the vehicle during acceleration and is from metal to metal contact of bushings. 2006-2012 express/savana. *rm06/30/2011
SUSPENSION - REAR - SPRINGS - LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY - LEAF
SB-09-03-09-002A04/01/201110039004Gm: there is a noise from the rear of the vehicle during acceleration and is from metal to metal contact of bushings. 2006-2012 express/savana. *rm06/30/2011
SB-09-03-09-002A04/01/201110039004Ready06/30/2011
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CRUISE CONTROL
PIT-5122C08/02/201210044879General motors: service stability message low power brake light and cruise control operation- dtc c0161 and/or c0277. new for the 2012 models is a dual brake pedal position (bpp) sensor (two sensors in one). the dual bpp replaces the old st08/02/2012

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
SERVICE BRAKES
09/22/20122001
 Violent shaking while applying brakes. *tr
09/22/2012200
 Violent shaking while applying breaks