2012 Chevrolet Express 4500 recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2012 Chevrolet Express 4500, but owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA.

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Recalls may cover only some 2012 Chevrolet Express 4500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2012 Chevrolet Express 4500 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes	2
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Power Train	1
Steering	1
Electrical System	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 13,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2012 Chevrolet Express 4500 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 86,000 miles · reported Feb 15, 2018

The contact owns a 2012 chevrolet express 4500. In cold weather, the diesel exhaust fluid (Def) froze, which caused the vehicle to decelerate until it eventually idled. The dealer (Kupper chevrolet, 1500 2nd st ne, mandon, nd 58554) stated that they needed to keep the vehicle in a heated shop to prevent the DEF from freezing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was also contacted and was unable to provide assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Service Brakes · at 13,000 miles · reported Apr 23, 2013

Traveling at 50 to 55mph I make a easy brake application and the front wheels will start oscillating until the front goes into a violent shake. Releasing the brake will stop the shaking. This is a cutaway school bus. I'm the mechanic and the driver brought it to my attention. She noticed it while braking on a downhill. I was able to duplicate it on a level surface. Haven't found the fix yet.

Power Train · at 5,000 miles · reported Mar 25, 2013

This is a brand new bus, GM chassis. It has a limited slip differential. The brake lines are routed in front of the rear differential. Twice, we have had rocks hit the brake line and sheer it off causing total brake failure. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (Foia), 5 U.S.c. 552(B)(6).

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Chevrolet Express 4500 have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2012 Chevrolet Express 4500 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2012 Chevrolet Express 4500?

Owners report service brakes problems most often (2 reports), followed by fuel/propulsion system (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 13,000 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.