2008 Chevrolet Express 3500 recalls and problems

The 2008 Chevrolet Express 3500 has 1 safety recall and 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2008 Chevrolet Express 3500 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Chevrolet Express 3500 recalls

Recall 14V-706: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility

Reported Nov 5, 2014 · 34 vehicles affected · Cummings Mobility Conversion & Supply

Problem: Cummings Mobility Conversion & Supply (Cummings) is recalling certain model year 2006-2014 Ford E-150, E-250, E-350, Chevrolet Express, 2006-2008 Dodge Sprinter, and 2009-2014 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and 2013 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured January 1, 2006, to October 8, 2014, equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts manufactured by Ricon Corporation after January 1, 2006. The platform side plate of the affected wheelchair lifts may crack.

Risk: If the platform side plates crack, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the doors are opened, the platform may fall out, increasing the risk of injury to the lift operator.

Fix: Cummings will notify owners to take buses to a Ricon dealer or service center who will install supplemental platform support bumpers. Any platform that has already started cracking will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2015. Owners may contact Cumming's customer service at 1-800-639-5438 or Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. Cumming's number for this recall is 14E-041.

2008 Chevrolet Express 3500 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Tires	3
Power Train	2
Service Brakes	2
Electrical System	2
Vehicle Speed Control	1
Air Bags	1
Fuel/Propulsion System	1

Most reported parts

Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 1
Tires › Valve — 1
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
Tires › Tread/Belt — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 81,000 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 2008 Chevrolet Express 3500 complaints

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

Service Brakes · at 86,000 miles · reported Jun 14, 2024

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Express 3500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the front end of the vehicle was violently shaking and vibrating. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The brake rotors and brake pads were replaced, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 86,000.

Electrical System · at 128,000 miles · reported Dec 19, 2016

The contact owns a 2008 chevrolet express 3500. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle hesitated and stalled without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 128,000.

Power Train · at 300,000 miles · reported Jul 28, 2016

The contact owns a 2008 chevrolet express 3500. After the transmission was replaced, the vehicle was unable to shift gears. The contact mentioned that the vehicle also lost power. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic where the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 300,000. The VIN was not provided.

Tires · at 81,000 miles · reported Jun 13, 2016

The contact owns a 2008 chevrolet express 3500 equipped with firestone transforce ht tires, size: lt245/75r16. While driving 70 MPH, the rear driver side tire started to vibrate. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The contact was informed that the tire showed extreme tread separation. The tire was not replaced. The contact stated that the tire was a replacement tire. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 81,000 and the tire failure mileage was 26,000.

Electrical System · at 99,000 miles · reported Oct 10, 2014

Door hinges came welded on doors with no way to lubricate them and keep them from rusting. Purchased the van a few years ago. Within a few months the left hand passenger door rusted shut. Repair man quoted $129 for each hinge plus the labor. Soon the other door would not latch correctly. Now the automatic door locks have problems because doors will not latch properly. This month, the back right hand cargo door hinge has rusted completely off the door, making this a potential hazard, not to mention, the door cannot be shut once it is opened. Once again the automatic door locking system have…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Chevrolet Express 3500 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Chevrolet Express 3500: 14V-706 (equipment adaptive/mobility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Chevrolet Express 3500?

Owners report tires problems most often (3 reports), followed by power train (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 81,000 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.