2021 Chevrolet Express Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 31%of 13 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 5,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the fuel system of the 2021 Chevrolet Express, 31% of the 13 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 5,000 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.
“Fuel Pump Control Module failed in vehicle with only 26,000 miles. No warning light came on. No previous issue. Vehicle stalled while driving speed limit, all control of steering and braking was lost and vehicle did not restart. Needed to have vehicle towed. Vehicle was diagnosed by a dealership. Part unavailable, backordered and have been without vehicle for over 2 weeks. Awaiting invoice for repair”
NHTSA complaint #11617913, filed 2024-10“While driving engine inexplicably shut off leaving us without power steering or brakes and unable to safely navigate off of the roadway. Fault: Fuel Pump Control Module GM representative stated they are seeing numerous failures of these components”
NHTSA complaint #11519585, filed 2023-04“The fuel pump power control module in this vehicle has caused the fuel pump to fail or operate intermittently, interrupting the flow of fuel to the engine. When the engine does not receive adequate fuel, the vehicle has unexpectedly stalled. This has happened several times. At times has seen a check engine light or experienced a rough running engine. The vehicle may also be A vehicle stall without warning could increase the risk of a crash, especially at high speeds. This vehicle has been taken to a GM or Chevrolet service center twice for this problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #11542691, filed 2023-09Related service bulletins
- 11023093Sep 11, 2025Emission Recall. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles listed above may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control…
- 11019378Apr 12, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure to replace the FPDCM if found to cause customers concerns of Crank No Start, Stalling, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated…
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11012696Dec 11, 2024This service bulletin provides a procedure to replace the FPDCM if found to cause customers concerns of Crank No Start, Stalling, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated…
- 11007998Aug 23, 2024This bulletin provides a procedure to replace the FPDCM if found to cause customers concerns of Crank No Start, Stalling, Loss of Power, Fuel Gauge Inoperative/Erratic, MIL…
- 11006875Aug 10, 2024This bulletin provides a procedure to replace the FPDCM if found to cause customers concerns of Crank No Start, Stalling, Loss of Power, Fuel Gauge Inoperative/Erratic, MIL…
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11006604Aug 3, 2024This service bulletin provides service information for customer concerns of an in-tank fuel pump whining noise, engine hard to start and/or stalls and Malfunction Indicator Lamp…
- 11006410Jul 23, 2024This bulletin provides a procedure to replace the FPDCM if found to cause customers concerns of Crank No Start, Stalling, Loss of Power, Fuel Gauge Inoperative/Erratic, MIL…
- 11006377Jul 23, 2024This informational bulletin explains the difference in AFM and DFM engines and what is and is not activated during this occurrence.
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 2021 Chevrolet Express
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsTires
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 Chevrolet Express
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 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