2021 Chevrolet Express recalls and problems

The 2021 Chevrolet Express has 2 safety recalls and 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Urgent: recall 21V-189 carries a "park outside" warning. Contact a dealer before driving.
Recalls
2
Complaints
14
Crashes / fires
2 / 1
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2021 Chevrolet Express vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2021 Chevrolet Express recalls

Recall 21V-189: Electrical System

Park outsideReported Mar 18, 2021 · 10,154 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles equipped with 6.6L gasoline engines. The positive battery cable terminals may contact a fuse block assembly attachment post and cause an electrical short circuit.

Risk: A short-circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the repair is complete. GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove a portion of the anti-rotation tab on both positive battery cable terminals near the fuse block assembly attachments, free of charge. If too much of the tab had been removed during prior servicing, the battery cable will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N202325160.

Recall 21V-115: Tires

Reported Feb 25, 2021 · 33,838 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.

Risk: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.

2021 Chevrolet Express problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Air Bags4
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Service Brakes3
Tires2
Power Train2
Structure2
Steering1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 2
  • Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 18,000 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 2021 Chevrolet Express complaints

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

Air Bags · reported Nov 2, 2026
Was involved in a crash. Hit a concrete divider going 60+ mph hit the driver front side head on & none of the airbags deployed.
Air Bags · reported Jul 8, 2026
Vehicle Caught Fire while driving on the highway. This is the third Chevy express 2021 that caught fire in last three months. [XXX] - 2021 Chevy Express 3500 - Date of Fire - July 6th 2026 [XXX] - 2022 Chevy Express 3500 - Date Of Fire - April 16th 2026 [XXX] - 2021 Chevy Express 3500 - Date Of Fire - April 18th 2026 INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Air Bags · reported Jul 8, 2026
Vehicle Caught Fire while driving on the highway. This is the third Chevy express 2021 that caught fire in last three months. [VIN] - 2021 Chevy Express 3500 - Date of Fire - July 6th 2026 [VIN] - 2022 Chevy Express 3500 - Date Of Fire - April 16th 2026 [VIN] - 2021 Chevy Express 3500 - Date Of Fire - April 18th 2026
Power Train · reported Mar 8, 2025
My 2021 Chevrolet express van with an 8L90 transmission has failed after only 80k miles, willing to have it inspected. Check engine codes show P0700 and P2714 on 02/08/25. No prior warning lamps. This product has put my safety at risk due to overheating and making the vehicle go into limp mode while on public roadways. The product is known to fail for trucks alike with the same transmission but has yet to be reported for the Chevrolet express. Has only been confirmed via OBDii scanner from parts shop.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 18,000 miles · reported Mar 5, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started to pull to the left, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder off the roadway. After a visual inspection, the contact stated there was smoke coming from the driver's side front brakes. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact was informed that the braking system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, a…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Chevrolet Express have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Chevrolet Express: 21V-189 (electrical system), 21V-115 (tires). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2021 Chevrolet Express?

Owners report air bags problems most often (4 reports), followed by fuel/propulsion system (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 18,000 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.