2003 Chevrolet Express Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 19%of 59 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 118,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the fuel system of the 2003 Chevrolet Express, 19% of the 59 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 118,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Since october of 08, I ordered a filler tube which allows the gas to travel from the gas cap to the gas storage tank. Everytime I fill up, gas stations will shut the pump off due to severe leaking from this filler tube. The leak is so severe that the fear is somebody dropping a cigarette at the time of fillup. Approx 1 gal of gas leaks/ fillup. I ordered the new part in late october from the dealership I purchased my 2003 chevy passenger Express van. …”
NHTSA complaint #10259377, filed 2009-02, 62,000 miles“Dt: the contact stated while driving the vehicle stalled intermittently. Also, it stalled when slowing down or when stopping. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, and the fuel injector pump was replaced. This repaired the vehicle. Updated 11/7/2005 -”
NHTSA complaint #10142926, filed 2005-11, 49,750 miles“This vehicle was bought brand new but unbeknownst to me was made in canada (something which would not have been acceptable to me had I been told). Upon possession the windshield molding came off on the ride home. The driver side tierod end went at 12,000 miles and again at 24,000 miles because upon inspection the ball joints were never properly tightened. The bolts on the transmission were found by the dealer to have been never properly tightened. The sidedoor hinge had to be replaced at a cost of $600 because it froze up and could not be opened. …”
NHTSA complaint #10588771, filed 2014-05“The contact recently purchased a 2003 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel due to a corroded catalytic converter. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V388000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue; however, the contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 125,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11766153, filed 2026-09, 125,000 miles“The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that she noticed a leak under the vehicle when she would put refuel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for inspection where they advised that the fuel filler needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that they would pay a portion of the repair costs. The failure mileage was 126,600.”
NHTSA complaint #10484524, filed 2012-11, 126,600 milesRelated recalls
- 12V388000Aug 8, 2012General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with a left side cargo door, and originally…Covers: Chevrolet Express 2003–2004, GMC Savana 2003–2004
Related service bulletins
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10209741Mar 22, 2022This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
- 10209734Mar 22, 2022This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10199281May 25, 2021This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or…
- 10190437Mar 30, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
- 10176607May 8, 2020This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
- 10176310May 8, 2020This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing…
- 10171878Jan 2, 2020This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended…
- 10160637Apr 4, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about a customer?s request to remove or disable the Bi-Fuel Compressed Natural Gas system…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | 31% |
| 2020 | 1 | 6% |
| 2016 | 1 | 7% |
| 2015 | 1 | 13% |
| 2014 | 4 | 29% |
| 2013 | 4 | 18% |
| 2012 | 2 | 15% |
| 2011 | 3 | 25% |
| 2010 | 1 | 7% |
| 2008 | 2 | 14% |
| 2005 | 2 | 9% |
| 2004 | 4 | 19% |
| 2003 | 11 | 19% |
| 2002 | 5 | 9% |
| 2001 | 5 | 11% |
| 2000 | 5 | 6% |
| 1999 | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 | 2 | 9% |
| 1997 | 3 | 10% |
| 1996 | 3 | 20% |
Other parts of the 2003 Chevrolet Express
11 complaintsElectrical system
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsEngine
4 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 Chevrolet Express
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology