2013 Chevrolet Express Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 27%of 22 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 19,662miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the brakes of the 2013 Chevrolet Express, 27% of the 22 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 19,662 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.
“The vehicle randomly and autonomously applies the brakes and cuts engine power while driving. At this time the vehicle states service stabilitrak and the icon flashes that I am skidding, which I am not (I have video proof of this occuring). After 4 trips to the dealership the problem still persists. It is only a matter of time for this to occur while merging, or making a left across traffic and cause a serious and potentially fatal collision.”
NHTSA complaint #10733840, filed 2015-07, 30,000 miles“Brakes do not release after sudden stop, three times, on highway 95. Steering wheel started trembling slowly for 10 miles and then violently, then brake pedal gets hard. Passenger side started smoking, on 8 south in ct 4/9/2020. Managed to stop van on soft shoulder. This brake system is very dangerous for me.”
NHTSA complaint #11320720, filed 2020-04, 200,000 miles“2013 coachmen freelander -Chevrolet Express 4500 cutaway. Mileage -19,662; brake line rusted out and brake fluid leaked out. Brakes failed while on the road, warning message service brakes' . Made it to a Chevrolet dealership and brake line replaced. Updated 10/5/18”
NHTSA complaint #11093306, filed 2018-05, 19,662 miles“The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the front passenger side brake engaged and the electronic stability control light illuminated. The contact stated that he slowed the vehicle down and the light turned off and the vehicle functioned properly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that they could not diagnose the cause of failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 2,500.”
NHTSA complaint #10521646, filed 2013-06, 2,500 miles“The Brakes will Lock up while driving Due to an issue with the Power Brake Hydro Boost System. The Hydro Boost Control Valve will allow Pressure to apply the Brake Master Cyl. with Engine speed increasing while the vehicle is traveling in a normal Fashion. Overheating the Brake calipers to the point of Protective boots burning up. Rotors and pads are damaged also. This a known problem Posted on repair search boards. I am a Certified ASE Master Mechanic with over 40 Years This a Very Dangerous Event and Part Failure”
NHTSA complaint #11438129, filed 2021-10Related service bulletins
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10242252Aug 18, 2023This technical bulletin provides information and a solution to a condition of Brake Pedal Moves or Self Applies at Full Turns.
- 10237389May 31, 2023This technical bulletin provides a procedure to locate and repair a possible brake line that may have contacted the body mount.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | 31% |
| 2020 | 2 | 12% |
| 2019 | 2 | 25% |
| 2018 | 2 | 18% |
| 2017 | 13 | 62% |
| 2016 | 3 | 20% |
| 2015 | 2 | 25% |
| 2014 | 1 | 7% |
| 2013 | 6 | 27% |
| 2012 | 4 | 31% |
| 2011 | 3 | 25% |
| 2010 | 3 | 20% |
| 2008 | 3 | 21% |
| 2007 | 3 | 17% |
| 2006 | 1 | 8% |
| 2005 | 6 | 26% |
| 2004 | 6 | 29% |
| 2003 | 11 | 19% |
| 2002 | 10 | 18% |
| 2001 | 7 | 16% |
| 2000 | 18 | 21% |
| 1999 | 12 | 18% |
| 1998 | 4 | 17% |
| 1997 | 3 | 10% |
| 1996 | 2 | 13% |
Other parts of the 2013 Chevrolet Express
7 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsTires
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 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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