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2007 Chevrolet Uplander problems

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A typical year for this model

The 2007 Chevrolet Uplander sits mid-pack among Uplander years: 155 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 196, with 2 recalls and one closed investigation.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across body & structure (28), electrical system (20), and fuel system (15), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

155

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

2

Crash-involved

2

Fires reported

5

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Uplander years?

Uplander NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted293 complaints2005: 293 complaints2006: 275 complaints2007: 155 complaints2008: 195 complaints2009: 5 complaints
Uplander NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Chevrolet Uplander problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Body & Structure2818%
Electrical System2013%
Fuel System1510%
Latches & Locks149%
Steering117%
Transmission106%
Brakes106%
Tires & Wheels85%
Other85%
Engine85%
Suspension75%
Airbags53%
Lighting43%
Speed Control32%
Visibility & Wipers21%
Seat Belts11%
Child Seat11%

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Uplander have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

10V110000SuspensionMarch 19, 2010 · 5,375 units

Defect

THE BRAUN CORPORATION HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 GENERAL MOTORS MOBILITY CONVERSION, HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE LOW FLOOR MINIVANS. DURING CONVERSION, THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE TRAILING ARM MODIFICATION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN ADEQUATELY WELDED.

Consequence

A SQUEAKING OR CLUNKING NOISE MAY DEVELOP. THE TRAILING ARM BUSHINGS MAY PREMATURELY WEAR AND THE TRAILING ARM MAY FRACTURE OR SEPARATE, ALLOWING THE REAR AXLE TO BECOME PARTIALLY SEPARATED FROM THE CHASSIS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND WILL HAVE A SUPPLY OF RETROFIT PARTS AVAILABLE TO REMEDY THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BRAUN AT 1-800-488-0359.

09E005000SteeringFebruary 17, 2009 · 979 units

Defect

DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.

Consequence

A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“2007 CHEVROLET UPLANDER, BOTH SLIDING DOOR WHEEL BEARING BALLS BROKE. THE CAUSE WAS THE DOORS JUST FELL OFF TRACK. THE ARE ALSO ELECTRONIC OPEN AND CLOSING DOORS, IT STARTED WITH NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY"UNLESS CLOSED MANUALLY". BOTH DOORS BROKE WITHIN TWO MONTHS OF EACH OTHER. THROUGH THE DEALER…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Body & Structure · February 5, 2011

“DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND THE LIGHTS IN THE DASH STARTED TO FLASH AND THE VAN STALLED SO WE PULLED OVER TO CHECK FOR A REASON AND NONE WERE FOUND BATTERY CONNECTIONS WERE CLEAN AND TIGHT. TRIED TO RESTART THE VAN AND IT STARTED UP FINE THEN SMOKE STARTED TO FILL THE INTERIOR COMPARTMENT AND THEN…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · August 1, 2010 · fire

“I HAVE BEEN STRANDED OR HAVE RAN OUT OF GAS 6 DIFFERENT TIMES WHILE DRIVING MY 2007 CHEVY UPLANDER. ONE TIME, DUE TO TERRAIN, I WAS UNABLE TO MOVE OFF THE ROAD. THIS IS THE ONLY VEHICLE I HAVE EVER RUN OUT OF GAS IN MY LIFE. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS WHEN IT SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING WITH NO STEERING. I…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 5, 2007

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET UPLANDER. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A SMALL INCLINE OR HILL AND THE DOOR WAS OPENED, IT SLAMMED BACK SHUT. THERE WAS NO SAFETY FEATURE ON THE VEHICLE TO PREVENT THE DOOR FROM CLOSING. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO PROVIDE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Latches & Locks · May 31, 2007

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET UPLANDER. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS BACKING OUT OF HIS DRIVEWAY AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, HE HEARD A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THE STEERING SHAFT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · June 23, 2009

2007 Chevrolet Uplander — common questions

Is the 2007 Chevrolet Uplander reliable?

It is close to typical for the Uplander: 155 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and 1 investigation on file.

What are the most common 2007 Uplander problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are body & structure (28 complaints), electrical system (20 complaints), fuel system (15 complaints).

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Uplander have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2007 Chevrolet Uplander under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Chevrolet Uplander years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Uplander years to avoid are 2005. The cleanest record among Uplander years belongs to 2009.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.