2009 Chevrolet Express

VIN: 1GBHG396191112177  |  2009  |  General Motors LLC  |  WENTZVILLE, MISSOURI, UNITED STATES (USA)

2009 Chevrolet Express — 6.6L 8 Cyl, 4x2, See owners manual. Cargo Van.

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Safety & Recall Score: Fair

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Composite rating based on recalls, complaints, crash ratings, and vehicle age.

⚠ 7 recall campaigns (high) ⚠ 27 owner complaints ⚠ No NHTSA crash-test rating available ⚠ 15+ year old vehicle ✓ VIN fully verified
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  • Type: INCOMPLETE VEHICLE
  • Body: Cargo Van
  • Plant: WENTZVILLE, MISSOURI, UNITED STATES (USA)
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NHTSA Recalls

7 Recall Campaigns
  • General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet...
  • General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year...
  • MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN CONVERSION VANS BUILT ON...
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Owner Complaints

27 filed with NHTSA
  • The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Express. The contact...
  • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. THE...
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Fuel Economy

14 MPG Combined
  • City: 13 MPG
  • Hwy: 16 MPG
  • Combined: 14 MPG

Vehicle Overview

VIN 1GBHG396191112177 Model Year 2009
Make Chevrolet Model Express
Series 3500
Body Style Cargo Van Vehicle Type INCOMPLETE VEHICLE
Doors 3 Seats Not reported by manufacturer
Seat Rows Not reported by manufacturer Drive Type 4x2
Transmission See owners manual
Engine 6.6L 8 Cyl Manufacturer General Motors LLC
Plant Location WENTZVILLE, MISSOURI, UNITED STATES (USA) Country of Origin UNITED STATES (USA)

VIN Breakdown

Position 1 — WMI Region 1 → United States
Position 2 — Manufacturer G → General Motors LLC
Position 3 — Vehicle Type B → INCOMPLETE VEHICLE
Positions 4–8 — Descriptor HG396 → Express Not available
Position 9 — Check Digit 1 → ✓ Valid
Position 10 — Model Year 9 → 2009
Position 11 — Plant Code 1 → WENTZVILLE, MISSOURI, UNITED STATES (USA)
Positions 12–17 — Serial 112177 → Production sequence

Engine & Powertrain

Engine Model LMM - Direct Port Injection
Cylinders 8 Cyl Displacement 6.6 L
Displacement CC 6600.0 Displacement CI 402.75671102523
Engine Config V-Shaped
Drive Type 4x2

Fuel Economy & Environmental Impact

Combined MPG 14 MPG Combined MPGe 10 MPGe
City MPG 13 MPG Hwy MPG 16 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost $4,600 5-Yr Fuel Cost $23,000
CO₂ Emissions 634.8 g/mi Barrels/Year 21.25

Safety & Driver Assistance

ABS Not reported in manufacturer data ESC Not reported in manufacturer data
Traction Control Not reported in manufacturer data TPMS Standard (Federal Req.)
Forward Collision Warn Not reported in manufacturer data Lane Departure Warning Not reported in manufacturer data
Lane Keep System Not reported in manufacturer data Blind Spot Monitoring Not reported in manufacturer data
Blind Spot Intervention Not reported in manufacturer data Rear Cross Traffic Alert Not reported in manufacturer data
Adaptive Cruise Control Not reported in manufacturer data Parking Assist Not reported in manufacturer data
Dynamic Brake Support Not reported in manufacturer data Pedestrian AEB Not reported in manufacturer data
Rear Auto Braking Not reported in manufacturer data Auto Reverse System Not reported in manufacturer data
Daytime Running Lights Not reported in manufacturer data Adaptive Driving Beam Not reported in manufacturer data
Keyless Ignition Not reported in manufacturer data Auto High Beams Not reported in manufacturer data
Front Airbags Not reported in manufacturer data Side Airbags Not reported in manufacturer data
Curtain Airbags Not reported in manufacturer data Knee Airbags Not reported in manufacturer data
Seat Belt Type Not reported in manufacturer data Pretensioner Not reported in manufacturer data
Brake System Hydraulic Steering Location Not reported in manufacturer data

Vehicle Dimensions & Weight

GVWR Class 2H: 9,001 - 10,000 lb (4,082 - 4,536 kg) Doors 3

Towing & Utility

GVWR Class 2H: 9,001 - 10,000 lb (4,082 - 4,536 kg)
Drive Type 4x2

Wheels & Tires

Manufacturing & Identity

Manufacturer General Motors LLC Manufacturer ID 984
Make ID 467 Model ID 1848
Plant City WENTZVILLE
Plant State MISSOURI Plant Country UNITED STATES (USA)
Vehicle Descriptor 1GBHG396*91 GVWR Class 2H: 9,001 - 10,000 lb (4,082 - 4,536 kg)

Recall & Safety Summary

Total Recalls 7 Recall Status Recall campaigns found
Recall Campaigns 7 recall campaigns identified VIN repair status unknown — verify open recalls with NHTSA or a Chevrolet dealer.

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NHTSA has not published a crash-test rating for this 2009 CHEVROLET Express. This is common for older, lower-volume, or recently-released vehicles that weren't included in NHTSA's crash-testing program.
18V267000 Apr 26, 2018

EQUIPMENT

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle...

Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde to get a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began June 11, 2018....

14V117000 Mar 17, 2014

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans manufactured January 27, 2009, through March 7, 2014 with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds and less and equipped with front passenger...

Risk: In the event of a crash below the air bag deployment threshold, an unbelted front passenger seat occupant has an increased risk of injury.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will modify the passenger instrument panel free of charge. Notices to the owners of the heavy duty vans...

12V169000 Apr 17, 2012

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN CONVERSION VANS BUILT ON MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 CHEVROLET EXPRESS, 2009 GMC SAVANA, AND 2010 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT CHASSIS, AND FITTED WITH CERTAIN BRAUN WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. OVER TIME AND WITH FREQUENT USE, THE ROLL STOP LATCHES...

Risk: A WHEELCHAIR OCCUPANT MAY DEFEAT OR RIDE OVER THE INSUFFICIENTLY LATCHED ROLL STOP. IF THIS OCCURS WHEN THE LIFT PLATFORM IS IN AN ELEVATED...

Remedy: MAIN MOBILITY IS WORKING WITH BRAUN TO NOTIFY OWNERS, AND BRAUN DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES, FREE OF CHARGE. MAIN MOBILITY HAS NOT PROVIDED...

10V205000 May 13, 2010

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 AND 2009 CONVERSION VANS BUILT ON CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA CHASSIS FROM OCTOBER 2007 THROUGH MAY 2010 AND FITTED WITH CERTAIN RICON S SERIES AND K SERIES L-MODEL WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. DUE...

Risk: WHEN THE PLATFORM OVERRUNS THE VEHICLE FLOOR LEVEL AND STOPS AT AN ANGLE FROM 15-20 DEGREES, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR A PERSON IN A...

Remedy: MAIN MOBILITY WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY AUTHORIZED RICON DEALERS FREE OF CHARGE. A SOFTWARE SOLUTION FOR THIS SAFETY...

09V272000 Jun 7, 2009

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING 185 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA VANS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN APRIL 1, 2005 AND JUNE 25, 2009, EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS...

Risk: THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.

Remedy: MAIN MOBILITY IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E097). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR...

10V096000 Dec 3, 2010

VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 103, "WINDSHIELD WIPING AND WASHING SYSTEMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR...

Risk: IF THIS CONDITION AFFECTS THE DEFROST SYSTEM WHEN IT IS REQUIRED, IT MAY DECREASE THE DRIVER'S VISIBILITY, AND COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL HVAC CONTROL KNOBS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 11, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438...

09V270000 Jun 7, 2009

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

MAIN MOBILITY IS RECALLING 185 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS AND GMC SAVANA VANS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN APRIL 1, 2005 AND JUNE 25, 2009, EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS...

Risk: THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.

Remedy: MAIN MOBILITY IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E095). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR...

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🔧 Service & Parts for this 2009 Chevrolet Express
$1,640/yr
Estimated Annual Insurance (national avg — varies by driver, location & coverage)
5-Year Cost of Ownership (estimate)
Insurance (5yr) $8,200
Maintenance (5yr) $7,500
5-Yr Fuel Cost (EPA) $23,000
Depreciation (5yr est.) $2,520

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POWER TRAIN 02/24/2025

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Express. The contact...

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the contact became aware that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The...

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 10/13/2020

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. THE...

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE CONTACT TURNED THE VEHICLE...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 06/25/2019

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. THE...

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED SEVERAL TIMES AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS EXCLUDED FROM...

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 08/04/2016

WHILE DRIVING ON A BUSY HIGHWAY, THE ENGINE SHUT...

WHILE DRIVING ON A BUSY HIGHWAY, THE ENGINE SHUT OFF COMPLETELY. I PULLED OVER TO THE SHOULDER AND THE DIC INDICATED A THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR PROBLEM. I HAD...

STRUCTURE 02/20/2016

WHITE 2009 CHEVROLET EQUINOX PAINT IS PEELING OFF OF...

WHITE 2009 CHEVROLET EQUINOX PAINT IS PEELING OFF OF CAR. IT STARTED ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE ABOVE THE WINDOWS FIRST AND WITHIN A FEW DAYS, THE PASSENGER SIDE...

AIR BAGS ⚠ 2 Injuries 11/13/2014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. WHILE...

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 62 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS...

AIR BAGS 08/11/2014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. WHILE...

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHEVROLET EXPRESS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE...

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY 04/14/2013

2009 CHEVY EXPRESS VAN G2500 THE DEFROST BLOWER FAN...

2009 CHEVY EXPRESS VAN G2500 THE DEFROST BLOWER FAN STOPPED WORKING ON ANY SETTING. I HAD TO STOP THE VEHICLE UNTIL I COULD SEE OUT THE WIND SHIELD....

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Current
Oil & Filter Change
Every 7,500 mi
Chevrolet recommended interval
Due Now
Air Filter (Engine)
Every 15,000–30,000 mi
Dirty filter reduces fuel economy by up to 10%
Due Now
Cabin Air Filter
Every 15,000–25,000 mi
Affects AC, heat, and air quality
Current
Tire Rotation
Every 5,000–7,500 mi
Extends tire life by 25–40%
Due Soon
Brake Inspection
Every 12 months or 15,000 mi
Brake pads typically last 30,000–70,000 mi depending on driving
Due Now
Spark Plugs
Every 30,000–100,000 mi
Copper plugs every 30k; iridium/platinum every 60–100k
Due Now
Coolant Flush
Every 30,000 mi or 5 years
Old coolant becomes acidic and damages the cooling system
Due Now
Transmission Fluid
Every 30,000–60,000 mi
Neglected fluid leads to expensive transmission repairs
Due Now
Brake Fluid Flush
Every 2 years
Brake fluid absorbs moisture, lowering boiling point
Due Now
Battery Test
Every 3–5 years
12V batteries typically last 3–5 years
Due Now
Drive Belt Inspection
Every 60,000–100,000 mi
Serpentine belt failure leaves you stranded

This schedule is a general reference based on make, model year, and powertrain. Always follow your owner's manual for exact intervals.

Estimated depreciation for this 2009 CHEVROLET Express based on vehicle class and age. These are projections from today’s general estimate, not past sale prices. Verify with KBB or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.

Now
$4,600
+1 yr
$4,000
-12%
+2 yr
$3,600
-22%
+3 yr
$3,100
-32%

Estimates based on vehicle class averages. Actual values vary by mileage, condition, and location.

Estimated annual cost to own this vehicle at average U.S. driving conditions.

Insurance
$1,640/yr
19%
Maintenance
$1,500/yr
18%
Fuel/Energy
$4,600/yr
54%
Depreciation
$504/yr
6%
Registration
$250/yr
3%
Estimated Total Annual Cost $8,494/yr

National averages. Registration varies by state. Does not include parking, tolls, or loan interest.

6.9
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Rank #12 overall
41 issues / 100 vehicles
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Apr 26, 2018
Mar 17, 2014
Apr 17, 2012
May 13, 2010
Jun 7, 2009
Dec 3, 2010
Jun 7, 2009
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32 PSI (typical)
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Rear Tires
32 PSI (typical)
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Spare Tire
60 PSI (typical)
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Rotation Pattern Guide
FWD: Front to rear straight, rear cross to front
RWD: Rear to front straight, front cross to rear
AWD/4WD: Full X-pattern every 5,000–7,500 mi
Staggered: Side-to-side only if non-directional tires

Recommended rotation interval: every 5,000–7,500 miles. Rotate with every other oil change for best results.

❄ Winter Prep
✓ Check antifreeze concentration (minimum -34°F protection)
✓ Test battery — cold temps reduce capacity 30–60%
✓ Verify tire tread depth (4/32" minimum for snow traction)
✓ Consider winter tires if driving in snow or ice regions
✓ Replace wiper blades and refill washer fluid (-20°F rated)
✓ Test heater, front/rear defroster, and heated seats if equipped
✓ Inspect fuel lines and check for water in fuel system
☀ Summer Prep
✓ Check coolant level and test radiator cap pressure seal
✓ Inspect serpentine belt for cracking or glazing
✓ Test A/C system output and replace cabin air filter if needed
✓ Check tire pressure — heat increases PSI (recheck cold in a.m.)
✓ Inspect brake pads and rotors before summer road trips
✓ Check transmission fluid color and level
✓ Top off all fluids: brake, power steering, coolant, washer
Original Chevrolet Factory Warranty
Basic / Bumper-to-Bumper
3yr/36k
Has likely ended
Powertrain
5yr/60k
Has likely ended
Corrosion / Rust
6yr/100k
Has likely ended
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VIN 1GBHG396191112177 decodes to a 2009 CHEVROLET Express, assembled in WENTZVILLE, MISSOURI, UNITED STATES (USA).
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NHTSA shows 7 recall campaigns associated with the 2009 CHEVROLET Express. This reflects campaigns issued for this model/year — it does not confirm whether this specific VIN's repairs have already been completed. Contact a CHEVROLET dealer with this VIN to check.
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According to EPA data, the 2009 CHEVROLET Express gets approximately 14 MPG combined (13 city / 16 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $4,600.

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