1999 Chevrolet Express Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 10%of 68 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 47,469miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1999 Chevrolet Express, 10% of the 68 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 47,469 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“After traveling for long periods of time on a highway and then slowing to a stop on the exit, the vehicle hard shifts in gears 1-2. If you shut off the engine, it appears ok until the next time. Transmission fluid is ok. Vehicle only has 47500 miles. Had mechanic check and gets computer code 1870, with engine check light on. Numerous posts on the web have similar complaints on chevy/GM vehicles with 4l60e transmission, but no recall to date. May now have to replace transmission.”
NHTSA complaint #10125317, filed 2005-06, 47,469 miles“I took my van in under warranty because my ABS doesn't work. My rear axle clanks and winds. Two weeks after I bought it these problems started to occured. I took my van into the dealer ship right away and they replaced my rear axle. The problem with the axle still exists but was worse after the replacement of the axle. The problem is progressing and I will be in need of a new axle soon and have never had ABS since I have owned the van and the dealership wouldn't repair the problems. They tell us there is nothing wrong with the ABS or the rear axle. …”
NHTSA complaint #10055127, filed 2004-01“The speedometer needle sticks after several hours of driving (long trips). The needle has stayed stuck at 70 MPH when comming off of the expressway until almost at a complete stop. It has also stayed at 20 - 30 MPH when the vehicle was going about 50 MPH. Dealer and chevy will not authorize repairs until condition can be replicated by the service dept. Given the intermittent nature of this important safety device failure, it is no longer safe to drive the vehicle for long periods. Unrelated problem, both outside rear view mirrors vibrate in the wind making it difficult to see objects in them.”
NHTSA complaint #726913, filed 2000-08Related service bulletins
- 10096073Feb 17, 2016This preliminary information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that after a transmission or torque converter replacement the vehicle may have a…
- 10115081Nov 2, 2015This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about cooler line fittings that come with the 4T65E General Motors remanufactured transmission…
- 10114916Oct 21, 2015This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that after a transmission or torque converter replacement the vehicle may have a…
- 10112697Dec 27, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, engine misfire…
- 10112681Dec 17, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that may have a planetary gear whine noise in first and second gear. Technician…
- 10112523Oct 30, 2012This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have slip in forward ranges immediately after replacing the input housing…
- 10017190Oct 27, 20054l60e, 4l65e replacement valve body gaskets does not seem to fit.
- 10014953May 12, 2005Rear axle retainer button breakage.
- 10013496Apr 20, 20054l80e output carrier thrust washer changes.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | 15% |
| 2020 | 9 | 53% |
| 2019 | 4 | 50% |
| 2018 | 4 | 36% |
| 2016 | 1 | 7% |
| 2014 | 1 | 7% |
| 2013 | 1 | 5% |
| 2012 | 1 | 8% |
| 2011 | 3 | 25% |
| 2010 | 2 | 13% |
| 2009 | 1 | 10% |
| 2008 | 3 | 21% |
| 2007 | 1 | 6% |
| 2006 | 2 | 17% |
| 2005 | 1 | 4% |
| 2004 | 1 | 5% |
| 2003 | 6 | 10% |
| 2002 | 7 | 13% |
| 2001 | 3 | 7% |
| 2000 | 5 | 6% |
| 1999 | 7 | 10% |
| 1997 | 6 | 21% |
| 1996 | 1 | 7% |
Other parts of the 1999 Chevrolet Express
12 complaintsTires
9 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsEquipment
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsInterior lighting
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Chevrolet Express
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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