I've had plenty of Chevrolet in the bay over the years, and the body and structural complaints on these don't surprise me. 2,804 on the NHTSA record across 171 model-year entries (2005–2025) is not a fluke. The complaints are spread across the lineup — no single model is doing all the work. That tells you it's an engineering or supplier pattern, not a one-off bad year. 4 fatality reports on file with NHTSA tied to this category on Chevrolet vehicles. That elevates this from nuisance to safety-critical. Repair exposure averages $1,500, which is meaningful money outside warranty. Across the 1,691 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 61,413 miles. For trucks especially, get under it with a flashlight. Frame rust on rust-belt vehicles tells you everything you need to know about how it was kept.
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171 model-year entries · 2005–2025
Chevrolet body problems
2,804 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Chevrolet vehicles for body issues. 4 active recall campaigns. See body across all makes →
Complaints
2,804
Recalls
4
Year-models
171
Avg fix
$1,500
80crashes
23fires
233injuries
4fatalities
Worst-affected Chevrolet model-years for body Top 25 by complaint volume
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe
212 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2006 Chevrolet HHR
93 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2014 Chevrolet Silverado
77 complaints · ~$1,500 critical
2011 Chevrolet Silverado
65 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
63 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2006 Chevrolet Corvette
62 complaints · 1 recall · ~$1,500 moderate
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
61 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2013 Chevrolet Silverado
60 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
60 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2007 Chevrolet Avalanche
59 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2007 Chevrolet Suburban
58 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2007 Chevrolet Silverado
51 complaints · ~$1,500 critical
2009 Chevrolet Silverado
50 complaints · ~$1,500 critical
2005 Chevrolet Corvette
49 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
43 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
41 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2008 Chevrolet Silverado
39 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2015 Chevrolet Silverado
38 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2012 Chevrolet Silverado
36 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2010 Chevrolet Silverado
36 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2010 Chevrolet HHR
36 complaints · ~$1,500 moderate
2008 Chevrolet Suburban
36 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2010 Chevrolet Malibu
35 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2005 Chevrolet Uplander
34 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
32 complaints · ~$1,500 severe
Active recalls — Chevrolet body 12 on file
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Buick Enclave vehicles manufactured January 3, 2007, to February 29, 2012, 2009-2012 Chevrolet Traverse vehicles manufactured July 6, 2008, to March 9, 2012, 2007-2012 GMC Acadia vehicles manufactured September 15, 2006, to February 29, 2012, and 2007-2010 Saturn Outlook vehicles manufactured August 17, 2006, to March 18, 2010
If the open liftgate unexpectedly falls, it may strike a person, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the software for the power liftgate actuator motor control unit so that the motor will prevent the rapid closing of the lift gate, free of charge. The recall began on November 15, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, and Saturn customer service at 1-800-553-6000. GM's number for this recall is 15240.
On certain 2005-2006 Chevrolet corvettes equipped with painted roofs, the adhesive between the roof panel and the frame may separate
If there is a complete separation, the roof panel may detach from the vehicle and it could strike another vehicle and cause injury and property damage.
Fix: Dealers will inspect vehicles free of charge for potential roof panel-to- frame separation and add the specified adhesive foam or replace the roof with one having adhesive foam. The recall began on october 19, 2006. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
General motors is recalling certain model year 2005 through 2007 corvette vehicles equipped with a removable roof and model year 2006 and 2007 corvette z06 vehicles
If there is a complete separation, the roof panel may detach from the vehicle. If this were to occur while the vehicle was being driven, it could strike a following vehicle and cause injury and/or property damage.
Fix: Dealers will install a new design roof panel free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during april 2010. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or at www.gmownercenter.com.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles
A door opening while the vehicle is being driven can increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232429911.
Certain passenger vehicles not equipped with optional roof-mounted side impact air bags fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no
In a crash, head impact protection may be inadequate.
Fix: Dealers will install energy absorbing plastic to the headliner trim to reduce the severity of head impacts in a crash. The recall began on march 21, 2007. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles
A vehicle fire can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust, and install a pretensioner cover as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed between January 23, 2023 and April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N222383790.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV vehicles
A fire increases the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect both front seat belt pretensioners and, if necessary, install metal foil at the carpet near the pretensioner exhaust. Certain vehicles will also need a pretensioner cover installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. These vehicles were previously recalled for this same issue under recall number 22V-930 and will need to have the new remedy performed. Owners may contact GM EV Concierge at 1-833-EVCHEVY (1-833-382-4389) (TTY 711 / 1-800-833-2438) or Customer Service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N232421970.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles
An improperly welded front impact bar may result in the front crash sensors not performing correctly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the right-hand and left-hand side of the vehicle's motor rail for an incomplete weld. If the condition is found, the vehicle will be repurchased by GM. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans
An improperly welded door impact beam may not adequately protect occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver's side door, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 800-462-8782. GM's recall number for this recall is N242490780.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured May 7, 2014, to July 28, 2014
The storage compartment door may not remain closed in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Fix: Parts to remedy this condition are not currently available. GM will send owners an interim notification in early October 2014, and will send a second letter when parts are available. At that time dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the console storage compartment door inertia latch, free of charge. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14476.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave and Chevrolet Traverse vehicles
A crack in the frame rail may reduce crash performance, increasing the risk of an injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began October 4, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438 or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N192268310.
General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chevrolet corvette coupe vehicles, manufactured from january 24, 2011, through september 1, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 206, "door locks and door retention components"
The rear hatch could separate in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Gm will notify owners and dealers will replace both rear hatch hinges free of charge. The safety recall began on october 14, 2011. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
Common questions
How many Chevrolet body complaints are on file with NHTSA?
2,804 complaints across 171 model-year entries from 2005 to 2025. 4 active recall campaigns cover body issues across the Chevrolet lineup.
Which Chevrolet model has the most body complaints?
The 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe leads with 212 complaints in this category. Next: 2006 HHR (93) and 2014 Silverado (77).
What does it cost to fix Chevrolet body problems?
Independent shops average $1,500 for body repairs across the Chevrolet lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Chevrolet body recalls?
Yes — 12 active recall campaigns cover body on Chevrolet vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.
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Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database.
Editorial commentary written by Mark Driver, an independent contributor to ProblemsByVin
and not affiliated with Chevrolet.
Severity ratings derive from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities on the NHTSA complaint and recall record.
Repair cost averages reflect independent-shop pricing and may differ in your area.