1995 Chevrolet Express problems

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The Chevrolet Express (also known as the GMC Savana) is a series of full-size vans produced by General Motors since 1996. The successor to the Chevrolet G-series van, the Express is produced in passenger and cargo variants. Alongside the standard van body, the line is offered as a cutaway van chassis; the latter vehicle is a chassis cab variant developed for commercial-grade applications, including ambulances, buses, motorhomes, and small trucks.

In production for a single generation since 1995, over 2.5 million examples of the Express and the Savana have been produced. One of the longest-produced designs in American automotive history, the Express/Savana are rivaled only by the Jeep Wagoneer and Dodge Ram Van for longevity.

Since 1995, General Motors has assembled the Express and Savana at its Wentzville Assembly facility (Wentzville, Missouri). Also, since 2017, GM has sourced commercial cutaway-chassis production from Navistar through its Springfield Assembly Plant (Springfield, Ohio).

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Common 1995 Chevrolet Express problems

The 1995 Chevrolet Express 3500 has been reported to have several common problems, primarily related to its electrical system, structure, and fuel system.

  • Structure Problems: Certain 1995 Chevrolet Express 3500 vans equipped with Southern Comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by American Technology Components, Inc. may have a wiring harness that can overheat when exposed to excessive moisture and road salt. This issue can lead to an engine compartment fire.
  • Fuel System Problems: Fuel system problems, particularly pump failures, are common with the EFI vans, including the 1995 Chevrolet Express 3500. These issues can lead to a loss of power and difficulty accelerating, especially at lower RPMs. In some cases, the van may struggle to maintain speed, particularly when going uphill or when the air conditioning is on.
  • Engine Issues: The 1995 Chevrolet Express 3500's engine may experience issues, particularly with the distributor. After installing a new "long block" motor, some owners have reported a lack of power, particularly at lower RPMs. This issue can be caused by a faulty distributor, which can lead to a loss of power and difficulty accelerating. In some cases, the distributor may have excessive play, which can lead to spark misfiring and rough idling.
  • Window Motor Problems: The 1995 Chevrolet Express 3500's power window motors, particularly on the driver's side, may fail, requiring replacement. This issue can lead to difficulty operating the windows and may require frequent repairs.

In summary, the 1995 Chevrolet Express 3500 has been reported to have several common problems, primarily related to its electrical system, structure, and fuel system. These issues can lead to a loss of power, difficulty accelerating, and in some cases, a risk of fire. It is important for owners of this vehicle to be aware of these issues and to have their vehicles inspected and repaired as necessary to ensure safe and reliable operation.

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1995 Chevrolet Express car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Express problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Electrical system problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 1995 Chevrolet Express vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

1995 Chevrolet Express complaints

The NHTSA has received 1 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1995 Chevrolet Express.

2000-08-07

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2000-08-03
  • VIN: 1G1BL82P9SR
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: THE DISTRIBUTOR SHAFT BROKE. DEALER TOLD ME IT WAS A COMMON PROBLEM.*AK
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