Chevrolet Express loss of power problems

Filed Mar 3, 2026 · Transmission · 100,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power and was shuddering while driving on the highway. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and restarted; however, the failure reoccurred shortly afterwards while driving at 15 MPH. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but it was not diagnosed. The vehicle was then driven to a dealer, where the contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V839000 (POWER TRAIN); and associated the issue with the recall; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Aug 1, 2023 · Engine, Tires · FL

LT245/75R16 The fist tire failure was rear driver's side which caused a code service stable trac- this caused the vehicle to lose power and engine to die. I made home at 20mph in yraffic.I spent $500 for diagnostic check and new tire. The tire is misshapen and alerts sensor that caused engine to lose power and ultimately die. With new tire the problem was solved. But then the rear passenger tire while on the freeway acted up and caused the van to shake and rattle violently. Drove home at lower speed . I replace that tire with the spare which is a different brand and the van ran fine. Checked the bad tire and it is higher on one side than the other. Checked front tires and there are flat spots and irregularities on both tires

Filed Jul 28, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · 2,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet express. The contact stated that there was a warning light that randomly flashed, indicating a loss of engine power. In addition, the vehicle randomly stalled more than once. The failure was reported to a dealer, but they did not have the tools to provide diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 2,000.

Filed Dec 12, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 25,900 miles · FL

Vehicle will shut off while driving. No warning signs. Will lose all power steering and unstable control. Will not start after it shuts down for up to 24hrs. This vehicle also has a history of hard/trouble starting. When it turns over is will go into protection mode "loss of power". This problem started at 3,178 miles and has continued regularly up to the current 26, 050 miles. Jack wilson chevrolet of saint augustine has attempted to repair this vehicle eleven (11) times since the 2nd day after purchase. After obtaining all service records since this vehicle was new there have been 24 attempts at repairing this vehicle with no success. Here is a list of repairs pulled from gm workbench service records. Continual check engine light. Dealer cannot find the issue. To date - I sold the vehicle back to dealer, they are selling, so it will be back on the road. List of services - 3,178 miles - engine block plug replacement 9,386 miles - roadside service battery test 9,400 miles - roadside service towing 9,404 miles - fuel tank fuel pump module replacement 9,692 miles - body wiring harness junction block replacement 14,398 miles - pass. Side instrument panel performance 14,434 miles - relay replacement 15,116 miles - connector reconnection 15,857 miles - ignition and start switch replacement 16,090 miles - engine control module replacement 16,090 miles - starter replacement 12 documented "check engine light" problems 6 documented times the vehicle stalled on the highway while driving 16 documented times vehicle would not start

Filed Sep 12, 2015 · Electrical · 212,000 miles · MI

Engine was at idle had pulled into gas station . Alarms went off check engine light came on, stable track error, multiple tones. After 20 seconds engine stalled. Would not crank. After talking to people and couple tries fix took to dealership as it was diagnosed to be the engine control module shorted. I had gone thru rain earlier and a couple storms passed thru while at station and eating. Dealer replaced engine control module and programmed it. This could of happened while driving and would of lost engine power and power steering. Since just module replaced and ben told it is know to short out when wet it could happen again.

Filed Feb 13, 2015 · Engine · 80,000 miles · MI

I was pulling back into my driveway my van started idling very rough and erratic. The vehicle display read "engine power reduced. Service traction. Esc off." I didn't know what to think so I immediately shut the car off. I started my car up again after letting it sit for about 10 minutes and it ran fine again but the "check engine light" was still on. The next day I was headed to work and it happened again while driving on the interstate. The same message popped up on the display and the van lost power. I had to pull over so not to be a nuisance for other drivers. After a few minutes I started the van up and I was able to make it to a nearby dealership. When I got the dealership the car was running fine of course. I left it running as I ran inside to get a tech. He came outside and seen the "check engine light" on. He brought out the scanner and said that it was something with the throttle body. My previous vehicle was also a gm product, 2001 gmc savanna 2500. I've had exactly the same problems with it. Seems like 10 years later you guys should improve these cars.

Filed Nov 19, 2012 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 11,000 miles · OR

This vehicle has had multiple incidents of cutting out and stalling causing loss of steering and brakes, and just before it completely shuts down it will power back up. In april 2011 an operator stated "intermittently when making a left hand turn at approx. 10 - 15 MPH with acceleration the traction light comes on and van cuts out for a few seconds like someone shut off the key, it powers most of the way down and then will come back on its own." during this time the steering and brakes are compromised. In november 2011 an operator stated "powers down while operating, brakes lock up and power steering locks up, van pulls to the right in corners, seems to be ABS with no brakes applied in corners/" in november 2012 it was reported from 3 different operators that the van cut out and each of them almost lost control of the vehicle. Reports included going 40-45 MPH into a left hand curve, the engine suddenly started to lose power and there was a loss of steering and brakes, and the right hand tire went into the ditch on the right. Another operator said the engine died and the vehicle almost went into the ditch, the vehicle was cold and they had just begun their trip. The 3rd operator said the wheel locked up at 40 MPH within the first 1/2 mile. Most of these incidents seem to happen within the first 3 miles of operation.

Filed Apr 18, 2012 · Brakes, Steering · 118,000 miles · MA

Vehicle has continued to evidence problems similar to what's described by the federal safety agency campaign id no. 04v452000. Power steering pump and belts have been replaced and gm dealer performed hydro boost inspection test and it passed; said no further action required. Bus has again lost power steering and brakes to cause a dangerous condition. Dealer says it is not a vehicle that recall applies to.

Filed Apr 6, 2005 · Steering · CT

Lost power steering and brakes, the power steering pump had broken

Filed Mar 7, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · IN

2002 chevrolet express engine lost power and rear brakes caught on failed. *bf the converter was clogged which resulted in the engine losing power. The check service engine soon light illuminated and the engine missed on acceleration. The dealer replaced the plug wire cap rotor and distributor. The consumer heard a scrapping noise coming from the rear brakes and vehicle shook while braking. There was vibration in the driveline on acceleration, the belt was replaced. Vehicle consumed excessive amounts of oil. Fluid leaked from rear axle, dealer replaced the rear axle seals. The dealer replaced the fuel sender assembly due to stalling. The vehicle battery went dead after the vehicle sat overnight. Clutch was loud and provided no power on hot days, the clutch fan was replaced. The consumer request that the manufacturer provide a replacement vehicle or refund the full contract price plus incidental cost.